November 13, 2008 RSS feed / Front Page

Move starts to recall Mayor Seda

Jackson residents want official out of office now

Three Jackson residents have submitted a notice of their intent to push for a recall election to remove Mark Seda from his position as mayor. More...

DWI checkpoints coming to Plumsted

PLUMSTED — The resources of the Plumsted Police Department will be enhanced and expanded under the terms of a intergovernmental shared services agreement with the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office that was approved by the Township Committee at More...

Plumsted schools report little violence, vandalism

PLUMSTED — There were no incidents of vandalism that cost the Plumsted School District money during the 2007-08 school year. School administrators recently released the district's 2007-08 violence and vandalism report. More...

Plans for veterans memorial under way

JACKSON — Plans to construct a veterans memorial garden with a statue that will pay tribute to all of Jackson's military veterans are in the development stage. More...

Bugs and crime fighting go together

Forensic entomologist amazes students with details about many insect species

Because October is a month when creepy, crawly bugs are often the norm, Louis Sorkin's visit to the Manalapan Englishtown Middle School (MEMS) in Manalapan two weeks before Halloween could not have come at a better time for some eighth-grade studen More...

Council moves to limit mayor's spending ability

JACKSON — The Township Council is pulling in the purse strings on what Mayor Mark Seda is permitted to spend without oversight. In his defense, the mayor said he is not spending money recklessly and he called the council's move political. More...

Photog was on scene for debate

Manalapan High School grad Jacqueline Hlavenka shot behind-the-scenes pix

Witnessing historic events can be inspiring, but getting to be one of those entrusted to capture it for posterity is an honor few people are awarded. More...

Jackson mourns teen killed in car crash

Second JMHS student hurt in Freehold Twp. accident on same night

JACKSON — Death has come to yet another Jackson Memorial High School student on Freehold Road. On Nov. 6 at about 10:10 p.m. More...

Community gathers to remember teen

JACKSON — Members of the Jackson community came together recently to remember a young man who died too soon. A breakfast fundraiser was held on Nov. 2 in memory of David Soto, 15, who died at the township's Jackson Day celebration. More...

Nov. - a frosty reception

Green Scene

The first snow has fallen, unexpectedly so, and it is time to put your garden to bed. Simple housekeeping is of essence. Start with the hand tools that served you well all season. Inspect them, clean them, wipe them with oil and hang them up. More...

Walsh, Clark win in Howell

HOWELL — Residents elected Robert F. Walsh as Howell's new mayor and his running mate Susan Schroeder Clark as a member of the Township Council on Election Day, Nov. 4. More...

Letters

Jackson mayor's decision to renege on resignation spurs recall effort

Oh, Yes! Another Petition in Jackson. Just because we signed a petition a few years ago to change its form of government is no reason not to sign another petition again. More...

Take a look at the signs ruining Jackson's appearance

While cleaning my house last spring, I took a cute little table to the curb, knowing that someone driving by would stop and pick it up. This was after bulk collection. More...

Make sure to check for early signs of kidney disease

We are writing as representatives of the Renal Coalition of New Jersey, a group of health care professionals who work together to help educate people about the impact of kidney disease and risk factors that can increase disease progression. More...

Columns

Cabinet position for Corzine would be a huge disaster

So, the rumor mill is running overtime with speculation that New Jersey Gov. Jon S. Corzine is being considered for a cabinet position on President-elect Barack Obama's team. More...

Red State / Blue State

These days we're walkin' on the sunny side of life

Dear Greg: Well, at least we didn't have to listen to Fleetwood Mac. Remember the big celebration back in 1992, when your guys Bill and Al promised the most ethical administration in history? More...

Business

Chamber honors presented

JACKSON — Four members of the community have been recognized by the Jackson Chamber of Commerce as Citizen of the Year. More...

Photo

New Egypt High School's Lindsay Mann (5) works a possession past Moorestown Friends School's Maeve Kelly during a state tournament field hockey match on Nov. 7. New Egypt won, 2-0, at home in Plumsted and advanced in postseason play. More...

Closing of a school back on agenda

Howell administrators considering options for 2009-10 school year

The possibility of Howell K-8 School District administrators being faced with the choice to close one or more of the district's 13 schools has become imminent. More...

A preemie's struggle for survival

November is designated as Premature Awareness Month

Not every baby born prematurely is as lucky as Millstone Township's Hannah Siegel. More...

Bell choir to perform

For the fourth year in a row, the First Presbyterian Church, 118 West Main Street, Freehold Borough, will be the site of an uplifting Christmas concert. The 2008 holiday concert that is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Dec. More...

Spay/neutering offered to pets

Appointments are being accepted for a low-cost spay/neuter clinic for cats and dogs that are owned by lowerincome Ocean County residents. The clinic will be held Nov. 17. More...

Military makes slight adjustment in flights

Noise concerns prompt meeting in Jackson

JACKSON — Responding to complaints about cargo planes conducting training missions over homes in Jackson, U.S. military officers have raised the flight height of C-17s locally from 1,000 feet to 1,500 feet. More...

Youth sacrifices hair to help other children

HOWELL — On Sept. More...

Caribou Coffee gains OK

HOWELL — Caribou Coffee, the second largest specialty coffee retailer in the United States, is coming to Howell. On Sept. More...

Trail ride helps raise $2,500 for Reindancer

The first Poker Run Charity Trail Ride raised more than $2,000 for the Reindancer Therapeutic Riding Center. More...

Background check bill clears Senate

Bill would expand criminal checks of school employees

The New Jersey Senate has unanimously passed a bill that will, if it is eventually signed into law, revise the current background check requirements for all school employees who come in contact with students. Sponsored by Sens. More...

Datebook

• "Mrs. Gould's Seventh Annual Holiday Social" will be performed at Georgian Court University, 900 Lakewood Ave., Lakewood, now through Dec. 21. Call for times. Tickets: $40, includes performance and tea luncheon. Details: 732-987-2263. More...

Amendments try to aid Americans in war zones

In an attempt to provide safer and faster evacuation of American citizens, especially children, from war zones, U.S. Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ) has authored two amendments to the Stability and Democracy for Georgia Act of 2008. More...

Bulletin Board

Kimball Mega Raffle tickets on sale now

LAKEWOOD — Kimball Medical Center Foundation is selling tickets for a new 50/50 raffle, the 2009 Mega Raffle. Mega Raffle tickets are on sale now through April 30 for $100 each. A maximum of 1,500 tickets will be sold. More...

Police to host charity event to aid families

The Jackson Police Benevolence Association Local 168 and the Jackson School District will co-host a volleyball and dodge ball event to raise funds for the families of Jackson students displaced by a recent fire at the Regency Club Apartments on Sou More...

Class to offer recipes for Holiday cookies

LAKEWOOD — The Lakewood Community School will host a holiday cookie baking class from 7-9:30 p.m. Dec. 2-3 at Lakewood High School, 855 Somerset Ave, Lakewood. Enjoy hands-on instruction and take home recipes and a tin of cookies. More...

Opinion

Join the fight for the smallest among us

Prematurity is the No. 1 killer of newborns and according to the March of Dimes, each year, 14,293 babies in New Jersey suffer the consequences of being born too soon. More...

'Are you sure you don't need a hug?'

Writing a weekly column in a house such as mine is no easy task. Quite frankly, it's difficult to get in the right frame of mind. More...

Sports

Lady Warriors win CJ I field hockey title

New Egypt to meet Glassboro in field hockey semi Nov. 13

There was never any doubt in Patti Nicholson's mind that her club was going to come out on top. More...

Fobes, Ecklof lead Howell to Central Jersey title

Finish one-two in all-around; state championships are next

Howell High School's gymnastics team wanted to do it all this year, and they have. By all, the Rebels meant getting to Friday's NJSIAA Gymnastics Team Championship at Hunterdon Central High School. More...

Warriors face tough battle with top seed

The New Egypt High School football team will have no easy task when it squares off against Asbury Park High School on Saturday afternoon in a New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association Central Jersey Group I playoff game. More...