Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor
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Monroe officials propose two new schools to handle enrollment growth
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer MONROE — School officials have whittled their focus from 13 parcels of land to two that could potentially be the sites for the construction of a much-needed new middle school and new elementary school to address student enrollment growth in the next five to 10 years. Monroe Township currently has…
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Housing plan stirs residents in Manalapan
By Mark Rosman Staff Writer MANALAPAN – An ordinance that would permit residential and commercial uses on a 130-acre property at the corner of Route 33 and Millhurst Road has been introduced by the Manalapan Township Committee. If the committee eventually adopts the ordinance, residential and commercial development will be permitted on a parcel known…
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Voters approve Millstone fire budget
By Matthew Sockol Staff Writer MILLSTONE – Voters have given their stamp of approval to the 2017 budget that was proposed by the Millstone Township Board of Fire Commissioners. The board oversees the township’s fire district. The Millstone Township Volunteer Fire Company provides firefighting services in the municipality. In the annual fire district election held…
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Howell council expected to reduce sewer charges
By Mark Rosman Staff Writer HOWELL – At their meeting on March 7, the members of the Howell Township Council are scheduled to vote to adopt an ordinance that will reduce sewer charges for residential and commercial users. The ordinance was introduced during the council’s Feb. 7 meeting. According to the ordinance, sewer user charges…
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South Amboy residents advocate for marina, downtown living
By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent SOUTH AMBOY — Residents have been sharing their ideas and wish-list items for the future of South Amboy. The South Amboy Planning Board held a public comment session during its Feb. 22 meeting on shaping the city’s new master plan. Instead of updating the existing master plan, the city is undertaking…
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