December 10, 2009 RSS feed / Front Page

Kafton to Christie: Take a look at COAH

Jackson official proposes creation of state task force

One issue facing governor-elect Chris Christie when he takes office in January will be addressing the concerns of municipal officials who are trying to deal with mandates laid down by the state Council On Affordable Housing (COAH). More...

Cyclist rides to Maine to learn community-organizing skills

Todd Stoner has founded Creative Community and will address local groups

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Director clues seniors in on health care options

JACKSON — Senior citizens who attended a recent program at the Melvin Cottrell Center for Senior Citizens and the Disabled heard the latest information about Medicare, prescription drug coverage and other important related topics. More...

Dec. 13 all-ages show at Pony will benefit Samaritan Center

Greater Media wants to fuel the holiday spirit by providing good music and a way to help the hungry at Greater Media's Good Samaritan Holiday Bash to be held Dec. 13 at the Stone Pony, 913 Ocean Ave., Asbury Park. More...

Rescue Ink uses star power to aid local animal rescue group

Auction of art by therapy dogs raises $5K for Adopt-A-Pet

They are tough guys with a tender spot for animals. Three stars of the hit cable TV show "Rescue Ink Unleashed" helped the Central Jersey animal rescue organization Adopt-A-Pet raise almost $5,000 on Dec. More...

Spine care center gets OK in Jackson

JACKSON — The Jackson Planning Board has unanimously approved the construction of the Advanced Spine Care medical facility on Bennetts Mills Road between Manhattan Street and Cooks Bridge Road. The applicant was Robert Lambrou. More...

Resident faces drug charges

PLUMSTED — The drug enforcement policies and strategies being implemented by the Plumsted Police Department's Officer in Charge, Sgt. Matthew Petrecca, have resulted in an arrest, according to Mayor Ron Dancer. More...

In the Service

Air National Guard Airman 1st Class David J. Bouthot, son of David Bouthot of Jackson, has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. More...

Opinion

Afraid to look gift horse in the mouth

For 21 years now, I've been trying to be a good parent, and if I learned one thing it is this: it is not for the weak at heart. Take, for instance, a recent incident. More...

A lesson in how to fail

So you thought it could not get any worse for the Ocean County Democratic Party when they picked up only two — count 'em, two — seats out of all the municipal and county races in November? Well, think again. More...

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Schools

JROTC seeks donations for Feb. 20 gift auction

JACKSON — Donations are being sought for a gift auction currently being planned for Feb. 20 to raise funds for the Jackson Memorial High School Air Force Junior ROTC. More...

Board honors art teacher

JACKSON — An art teacher in the Jackson School District has received accolades not only for her work with children, but also for promoting and maintaining the highest possible standards of art instruction. More...

Business students attend conference

PLUMSTED — Officers of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Club at New Egypt High School attended the 2009 Fall Leadership Conference held Oct. 22 at the Pines Manor Conference Center in Edison. More...

Business

Business Briefs

The White Butterfly of Jackson is once again asking for clothing donations for the clients of the Jackson Food Pantry. More...

Investors await court hearing

The Madoff Coalition for Investor Protection has announced that numerous briefs have been filed in the U.S. More...

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Town moves cautiously on farmland preservation

After a lengthy discussion, the Howell Township Council has decided to allocate money for the reappraisal of Howell properties dedicated to farmland preservation. More...

Mom recounts teen's descent into drug abuse

It is not always easy to get teenagers to listen to a message about the dangers of drug and alcohol use, but one parent is helping to lead the way in that effort. On Nov. More...

Sides work on details for commercial site

JACKSON — Members of the Jackson Planning Board are still considering an application that proposes the construction of a 4,000-square-foot retail building in the Cassville section of the community. The applicant is Al Heyer. More...

Democratic Party chief admits he took bribes

Al Santoro pleads guilty in latest Bid Rig investigation

Is the U.S. Attorney's Office finished with its corruption investigation in Ocean County? Maybe. Maybe not. "Our overall Operation Bid Rig investigation is continuing," said Assistant U.S. Attorney Christopher J. More...

New parking lot under construction downtown

PLUMSTED — Construction is under way to provide downtown New Egypt with its third public parking lot on Main Street. Thirty additional parking spaces are expected to be available in early March, according to Mayor Ron Dancer. More...

Meridian reps describe planned health village

JACKSON — The operators of the Ocean Medical Center in Brick Township are making plans to construct a health center in Jackson. More...

In the Service

Army Pvt. Chris E. Sarno, the son of Jay and Linda Sarno of Jackson, has graduated from Basic Combat Training at Fort Knox, Ky. More...

Officials table purchase of equipment for DPW

JACKSON — Department of Public Works Superintendent Fred Rasiewicz encouraged the members of the Jackson Township Council to authorize contracts for the purchase of new heavy equipment at a meeting on Nov. More...

Forest management rules gain approval

The Pinelands Commission has approved new rules aimed at encouraging specific practices that can be used to sustain and improve the overall health of Pinelands forests. More...

Bulletin Board

Hypnotism to be topic of discussion at library

Certified hypnotist and author Robert M. Fried will discuss the benefits and misconceptions of hypnotism at 7 p.m. Jan. 6 at the Jackson branch of the Ocean County Library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson. More...

Food drive to be held at New Egypt speedway

A food drive will be held at New Egypt Speedway, 720 Route 539, New Egypt, on Dec. 10, 11 and 12. Nonperishable items can be dropped off at the speedway on those days between 6 a.m. and 8 p.m. Details: 609-758-1900 or www.newegyptspeedway.net. More...

Datebook

• A Hanukah menorah lighting hosted by the Achdus organization of Lakewood will be held the third night of Hanukah, Dec. 13, at 6:30 p.m. at Lakewood Town Square, Clifton Avenue and Third Street. Details: 216-973-0002. More...

Columns

It's high time a medical marijuana bill is passed

Most families in this country have lost a loved one to cancer, and while each experience is different, most share some characteristics, especially if the loved one undergoes chemotherapy. More...

Obituaries

Arthur H. Penrose Sr.

Mr. Penrose, 75, of Tinton Falls, died Nov. 6, 2009, at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. He had resided in Jackson Township prior to relocating to Tinton Falls 10 years ago. Mr. More...

Dorothy Mary Jolly Katko

Mrs. Katko, 78, of Old Bridge, died Dec. 2, 2009, at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick. Born in the Monmouth Junction section of South Brunswick, she resided in Old Bridge the past 46 years. Mrs. More...

Deny J. Martin

Mr. Martin, 35, of Howell, died Nov. 4, 2009, from injuries received while at work at Monmouth Battlefield State Park, Manalapan. He was born in Red Bank and was a graduate of Freehold Township High School. Mr. More...

Sports

Fan becomes Giants photographer for a day

Contest entry has big payoff for Will Lamb of Howell

WILL LAMB Everyone who bleeds New York Giants blue knows how difficult it is to get a ticket to a game at Giants Stadium. More...

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OCC women's cross country squad captures national title

The Ocean County College women's cross country team is No. 1 in the nation after the Lady Vikings finished first in the team competition for the Division III National Junior College Athletic Association's (NJCAA) National Championship held on Nov. More...