October 23, 2008 RSS feed / Front Page

Seda will stay - for a while

Jackson mayor does not resign on date he stated he would

Jackson Mayor Mark Seda remained in office this week as the date he gave for his resignation — Oct. 17 — came and went. After announcing several months ago that he would leave office on Oct. More...

Town may place new tax on hotel stays

Howell officials are looking for additional revenue, will freeze nonessential spending

In an effort to generate revenue during challenging economic times, the Howell Township Council will introduce an ordinance that will, if adopted, place a municipal occupancy tax on patrons of Howell's hotels and motels. More...

Charges against former official short on details

HOWELL — No details have come to light on the evidence that apparently led to charges of theft being lodged against a former municipal employee. More...

Jackson Day incidents lead to talk of curfew

JACKSON — After several incidents of violence marred the festivities at the Sept. 7 Jackson Day community celebration, police have asked township officials to consider putting a curfew into place on the days that certain events occur. More...

Animal officer recalled as dedicated employee

JACKSON — Municipal officials in Jackson have offered their condolences after learning of the passing of animal control officer Joe Spano. Spano, 53, died on Oct. 9 at the Boston Medical Center, Boston. More...

Adelphia opens new firehouse

HOWELL — Fire District No. 2, which is served by the Adelphia Fire Company, has opened a second station at 993 Route 33. The Adelphia Fire Company covers a 22-square-mile area of northern Howell and has 60 volunteer members. More...

Director returns to local scene with play at Jewish museum

After a three-year hiatus from the Monmouth County arts community, David Sorin of Howell is making his directorial return with the production of Mark Harelik's "The Immigrant" at the HayLoft Performing Arts Space in Freehold Township. More...

Political newcomer says fresh voice needed

Stacy Lubrecht entered the race for the lone seat on the Ocean County Board of Freeholders earlier this year with absolutely no political experience. And that's a plus for Ocean County residents, she said. More...

Pop art's bold imagery on display at Zimmerli

NEW BRUNSWICK — They are now universally celebrated artists, but in the 1960s they were pioneers in a new era known as proto-pop and pop art. More...

In the Service

Air Force Airman Katie M. Grogan, daughter of Thomas and Jane Grogan of Jackson, has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. More...

Court: COAH plans due by end of year

Municipalities across the state will be required to submit affordable housing plans by the end of the year after a recent court decision rejected a motion for an extension on the deadline. More...

Bill would ease battle for veterans fighting cancer

Freehold Borough official can sympathize with Agent Orange victims

Freehold Borough Councilman Marc Le Vine has joined other individuals in support of a bill before Congress that would help provide veterans of the Vietnam War who are suffering with gastrointestinal cancers with the medical care they need. More...

Letters

Doing away with tolls would carry benefits

Your article regarding the proposed toll increase ("Turnpike Authority Approves Toll Hike," Tri-Town News, Oct. 16) was very informative. Tolls in New Jersey have been around for over 50 years, thus suggesting that they are necessary. More...

Ron Paul gets support for president of U.S.

Awrite-in vote for Ron Paul — with objection (wo) is the only moral and productive vote a citizen can cast in the upcoming presidential election. More...

New Jersey residents need to come forward with a call to service

This past week at Monmouth University, over 175 business leaders and local elected officials came together at a Call to Service Conference, one of the kickoff events in a large-scale effort aimed at inviting our state's citizens to participate beyo More...

Columns

Here's the silver cloud in rapid decline of oil prices

Last May, I wrote a column bemoaning that my white whale of a Ford 150 pickup had all the resale value of the ubiquitous exercise equipment you see at yard sales. More...

Sports

Moving forward

ERIC SUCAR staff Nicholas Kinzler of the Jackson Cobras chases after a loose ball during the second half of his team's soccer match against the Monroe Blasters during the Freehold Soccer League's Frightfest X invitational soccer tournament, Oct. More...

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JEFF GRANIT staff Emily Gohde of New Egypt High School returns a forehand against Allentown's Natalie Disabado during their match Oct. 16. More...

New Egypt suffers first loss of season

The New Egypt High School football team was off to its best start in school history. More...

Former Howell resident killed in Pa. car crash

A former resident of Howell now living in central Pennsylvania was killed and several of her family members were injured in an Oct. 19 motor vehicle accident on Interstate 81 in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania. More...

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ERIC SUCAR staff The Jackson Cobras — dressed as soccer referees, holding their red and yellow cards and wearing glasses so they can make the correct calls — pose for a photo before playing in the Freehold Soccer League's Frightfest X tou More...

Pipes and drum honor tradition

With two pipers, a snare drummer and a Highland dancer on hand, several members of the Pipes and Drums of the Atlantic Watch shared their love for traditional and popular Celtic music with guests at the Jackson library Oct. 13. More...

Board OKs plan for retail, medical space

JACKSON — With a unanimous vote of approval, the Jackson Planning Board has given the go-ahead for the construction of New Prospect Plaza, an 8,000-square-foot retail building at the intersection of South New Prospect and Bethel Church roads, More...

Golf outing to benefit soldier

HOWELL — On Oct. 29 the community will once again come together to raise money in support of U.S. Army 1st Lt. Brian Brennan. More...

Mayor's post, council seat at stake in Howell

Walsh, Bohlin, Clark, Wynalek are making bids for office

HOWELL — There will be at least one, and possibly two new faces in Howell government in January. The only incumbent on the Nov. 4 general election ballot is Township Councilman Robert Walsh, who is running for mayor. More...

Seniors' meeting room opens

PLUMSTED — The township's first senior citizen meeting/activities room, located in the municipal building at 121 Evergreen Road, will officially open with a ceremonial dedication on Oct. 23 at 11 a.m. More...

Vicari: Hard times call for seasoned freeholder

In these tough economic times, experience counts, says Republican Freeholder Joseph H. Vicari, who is seeking his 10th term on the board. More...

From Africa to Allentown

Presbyterian Church hosts director of mission in Malawi

ALLENTOWN — In the village of Sakata, residents don't have planners or daily plans. People walk everywhere. The mud huts don't have electricity or running water. And, women cook with firewood. More...

Foundation plans fashion show

HOWELL — The Howell Township Education Foundation will present a musical fashion show and dinner on Oct. 30 at the Battleground Country Club, Millhurst Road, Manalapan. More...

Seniors get refresher course in fire safety

JACKSON — You are never too young and never too old to learn what to do when fire strikes at home. With that in mind, Wally Jamison of the Jackson Bureau of Fire Prevention, Fire District No. More...

In the Service

Army Pfc. Linda L. Dovico, daughter of Michael A Dovico and stepdaughter of Lynn Psdreas of Lakewood, has been mobilized and activated for deployment overseas to a forward operating base in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. More...

Residents keep rallying for Operation Sunscreen

Anumber of people in the area have brought a ray of sunshine, and quite a bit of sun protection, into the lives of American troops stationed in Iraq. More...

Bulletin Board

Jackson will host Safe Halloween event

Jackson's 2008 Safe Halloween event will be held at the municipal building, 95 West Veterans Highway, 1-4:30 p.m. Oct. 31. There will be entertainment by Mr. Scott the Music Man and treats from 1:10-1:45 p.m. More...

Oktoberfest slated for St. Aloysius Church

St. Aloysius Church, 935 Bennetts Mills Road, Jackson, will host an Oktoberfest Night 6-10 p.m. Oct. 25. Admission prices will be $12 per adult, $8 for children 6-15 years old, and free for age 5 and under. More...

Retirement Expo will take place in Jackson

JACKSON — The fall Jersey Shore Retirement Expo featuring numerous exhibits dealing with the lifestyles and interests of seniors will be held at the Jackson Senior Center, 45 Don Connor Blvd., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 25. Admission is free. More...

Opinion

Outsmarted by texting teens, mom plans a cruel revenge

I've hit some rough spots in my parenting years. I've doctored skinned knees, jammed thumbs and stubbed toes. More...

Red State / Blue State

No joy in Mudville for Red State conservatives

Dear Greg: There's no joy in Mudville for Red Staters these days, old friend, as even ardent supporters of John McCain predict big trouble come Election Day. I heard James Carville say of McCain the other day, "Stick a fawk in 'im. He's done. More...