Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor
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Plumsted officials introduce $3.76M budget for 2017
By Michael Benavides Staff Writer PLUMSTED – A $3.76 million budget which will fund the operation of Plumsted Township in 2017 has been introduced by the Township Committee. Members of the governing body introduced the budget on March 1. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled to be held at the committee’s April 5…
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Senior-led Redbirds’ lacrosse team aims for postseason success
By Wayne Witkowski Senior defenders Jason Rider and Jeremy Kleinwaks are looking to end their careers as four-year starters for Allentown High School’s boys’ lacrosse team the way they started: in the championship game of the Mercer County Tournament. With 12 of 21 players back from last season, the team is looking to qualify for…
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Whole Foods to open doors in Metuchen this fall
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer METUCHEN — The Whole Foods Market will open in mid to late October, according to Marjorie West, northeast marketing manager for the eco-minded grocery chain with natural and organic items. “We are very excited,” she told members of the Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce at their quarterly membership meeting on…
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Shah seeks ‘fair and welcoming’ Edison
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — A councilwoman is urging the township to take a stance and declare itself a “fair and welcoming community” to demonstrate support for immigrant and minority families. “With the current events, it is a sad time we are really living in, a time of ignorance and hatred,” said Councilwoman…
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Re-evaluation of tax assessment could kill Manhattan Beach project
By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent SOUTH AMBOY — The significant fluctuations in the property tax bill for the Manhattan Beach property has caused some disagreements among council members in South Amboy. The issue was discussed at both the March 1 and 15 City Council meetings, prompted by a request for the council to draft and approve…
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Blood drive in Red Bank on April 1
The Knights of Columbus Council No. 525 will be sponsor a blood drive on April 1, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The drive will be held at the Saint Anthony’s Roman Catholic Church, Chestnut Street, Red Bank. Blood donors are eligible for gift certificate drawings. Schedule your appointment by calling Kelly Booth at 732-299-6580 or email her at [email protected]. Individuals…
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Seniors of Little Silver hold meet and greet at woman’s club
The Seniors of Little Silver will be meeting at 1 p.m., April 25, at the Woman’s Club, 111 Church St., Little Silver. There will be refreshments served and guests are welcome. For any questions, call membership chairperson Lois Symons 732-842-4960.
