Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor
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Changes in definition of kennels, breeders adopted
By Michael Benavides Staff Writer JACKSON – The definition of a kennel and a small breeder in the municipal code will be updated following the adoption of an ordinance by the Township Council. At their Nov. 29 meeting, council members voted 5-0 to adopt a revised ordinance which will reflect the proper number of cats…
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Local theaters celebrate the season
In the spirit of the upcoming holidays, local theaters are staging events and performances to celebrate the season. Two River Theater in Red Bank recently held a Caroling and Crafting event that included holiday treats. An event that was held Nov. 22 was led by the decorating company, Table Setting Is My Life, and was held…
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Neighbors reach out after fire consumes family’s home in Plumsted
By Michael Benavides and Mark Rosman Staff Writers PLUMSTED – When a Plumsted family lost everything in a fire that destroyed their home, their neighbors in town and in surrounding municipalities responded with generous donations to help them in a time of need. Fire broke out at the home on East Millstream Road, Plumsted, shortly…
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Ad hoc committee will discuss issues at Old Bridge Animal Shelter
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — Rumors on social media ranging from euthanizing animals to mismanagement at the Old Bridge Animal Shelter have prompted an outcry from various rescue and volunteer groups in the area. Councilwoman-at-Large Debbie Walker suggested forming an ad hoc committee for the animal shelter at a Township Council meeting on Nov. 21,…
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Metuchen students extend kindness to African school children
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer METUCHEN — Students in the Metuchen School District showed how “kind” they were as they helped raise close to $4,000 for the K.I.N.D. (Kids in Need of Desks) project in Malawi, Africa, because sitting on a dirt floor to learn is not comfortable. “It’s not so easy to learn without a desk,”…
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History of South Brunswick lies in a name
By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer SOUTH BRUNSWICK — In the times of George Washington, South Brunswick was more popular than Princeton. That is why a subsection was known as Kingston (Kings Town) compared to Princeton (Prince Town) and why Route 27 between Kingston and Princeton is part of the King’s Highway Historic District. Local historians recounted…
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Volunteers, Nolan family come together at home dedication
By KAREN RAPOLLA Staff Writer Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County (HFHMC) and Long Branch High School (LBHS) held a home dedication and blessing in Long Branch on Nov. 17 to welcome the Nolan family to their new home. The charming two-story home on Seventh Avenue was the collaborative work effort of Mike Nolan and…
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Jackson school district interviewing for transportation director
By Michael Benavides Staff Writer JACKSON – The title of transportation administrator in the Jackson School District has been changed to director of transportation and the person who is hired to succeed the district’s retiring transportation administrator will be the first to hold the new title. At their Nov. 15 meeting, members of the Board…
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South River organization’s 10,000th mark is a “monumental accomplishment”
By VASHTI HARRIS Staff Writer SOUTH RIVER – The South River Historical and Preservation Society celebrated a major milestone by adding its 10,000th item to its catalog. A 1971 newspaper clipping that includes a photo of South River’s first firehouse that was destroyed by a fire was unveiled at the South River Museum on Nov. 16. “It…
