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      September 24, 2009  RSS feed

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      Knights from days of yore stage a battle during the 26th annual Charity Renaissance Faire, hosted by the Lakewood Lions Club and the Society for Creative Anachronism at Pine Park, Lakewood, on Sept. 20. For more photos, visit www.gmnews.com. More...
      Gaskill, Stallone join Jackson race for mayor
      Four-man race for 6-month term will be on Nov. 3 ballot
      BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

      There will be a four-man race for the office of Jackson's mayor in the Nov. 3 general election. Resident John Gaskill and former Township Councilman Angelo Stallone have been certified by the municipal clerk's office to run for the sixmonth mayor's term that will be on the ballot on Election Day. More...

      Developer makes case for hotel
      Traffic on Route 9 near Aldrich Road, Howell, is one cause for concern
      BY LAUREN CIRAULO Staff Writer

      Representatives from Northwoods Center continue on in their pursuit of approval from the Howell Zoning Board of Adjustment for an application that includes the proposed construction of a day care center and hotel in a Highway Development zone (HD-1). More...


      Gen. discusses role of joint base
      BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

      WRIGHTSTOWN — Consolidation and cooperation is the key to the future success of the nation's military services. That was the message delivered by Four-Star Gen. Arthur J. Lichte, Air Mobility Command, Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, along with 87th Air Base Wing Commander Col. Gina Grosso during a recent press conference at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. More...


      In the Service

      Army National Guard Pfc. Matthew J. Chasey, son of Lisa Chasey of Lakewood, has graduated from the Infantryman One Station Unit Training at Fort Benning, Columbus, Ga. The training consists of Basic Infantry Training and Advanced Individual Training. More...


      Residents to gather for Howell Day fest
      BY LAUREN CIRAULO Staff Writer

      HOWELL — As school begins and the air turns crisp, the Howell Parks and Recreation Department is busy preparing for the most anticipated yearly event in the community. The 37th anniversary celebration of Howell Day is set to kick off at noon on Sept. 26 at Oak Glen Park, Preventorium and Old Tavern roads, and promises a day's worth of fun and celebration. More...


       Bulletin Board
      • Plumsted flu shots will be given Oct. 7
      The Ocean County Health Department is offering flu and pneumococcal shots from 1-2 p.m. Oct. 7 at the New Egypt First Aid Building, Brynmore Road, New Egypt, at a cost of $20 each. Medicare Part B will be accepted. Details: Ocean County Health Department, 732-341-9700 or 800-342- 9738, ext. 7502, for adults, or ext. 7604 for children ages 6 months to 8 years. More...
      • Vendors wanted for New Egypt's Fall Fest
      • Trip planned to Radio City Christmas Show
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       Letters
      • Columnist provided balanced account of race
      I want to compliment Tri-Town News Managing Editor Mark Rosman on a good analysis of the election for governor ("Corzine and Christie: A Couple of Characters"). His column was fair and balanced— a great breath of fresh air from Greg Bean's ultra-liberal and extremely biased opinions. More...
      • Change in state housing law may mean trouble for Jackson residents
      • Jackson tree removal ordinance will not work as intended
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       Greg Bean's Column
      • article has image Homeowners win battle, but the war is not over
      So, the Long Branch homeowners in the MTOTSA neighborhood have finally won a major battle, after years of litigation, protest and uncertainty. They'll be able to keep their homes in the beachfront neighborhood, and they'll no longer have to worry that they'll lose their residences to eminent domain. More...
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       Schools
      • JMHS band to host showcase
      JACKSON — The Jackson Memorial High School Jaguar Marching Band will host a Showcase of Champions beginning at 4:30 p.m. Oct. 3. The marching-band event will take place at the Jackson Memorial football field, Don Connor Boulevard. More...
      • Wasser to step down as FRHSD supt. in June
      • GCU courses to be offered to people 50 and over
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       Sports
      • article has image Gymnastics talent led by Howell
      It would be unfair to expect Freehold Regional High School District gymnasts to match their accomplishments of 2008. Last year was as good as it gets, with Howell High School's Austyn Fobes winning the state all-around title. She and state medalist Brianna Ecklof led the Rebels to the Central Jersey Section I title and a fifth-place finish at the state championships. More...
      • Warriors have big goals for '09 soccer campaign
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       Business
      • Business Briefs
      Steven Reinman, of Lakewood, was recently appointed director of economic development for Lakewood and executive director of the Lakewood Industrial Commission by Mayor Robert Singer and the Lakewood Township Committee. More...
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