Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor

  • ‘Miss Elaine’ served as inspiration to many students of art

    ‘Miss Elaine’ served as inspiration to many students of art

    By Clare Marie Celano Correspondent Elaine Smith spent much of her life making art and helping others to do the same. Smith, 79, died on Feb. 26, leaving behind a legacy that her family is hoping will live on through her work. Smith’s daughter, Maire Tashjian, described her mother’s passion for art and her dedication…

  • Public hearing scheduled on Manalapan-Englishtown school budget

    Public hearing scheduled on Manalapan-Englishtown school budget

    By Mark Rosman Staff Writer A public hearing has been scheduled for 7:30 p.m. May 3 on the 2016-17 budget that the Manalapan-Englishtown Regional School District Board of Education has introduced. Business Administrator Veronica Wolf said the budget as introduced totals $88.77 million to operate the school district from July 1, 2016 through June 30,…

  • Marlboro council adopts 2016 municipal budget

    Marlboro council adopts 2016 municipal budget

    By Peter Elacqua Staff Writer MARLBORO – In a 3-1 vote, the Marlboro Township Council has adopted a municipal budget for 2016. The $36.6 million budget was adopted on April 14 with “yes” votes from council President Carol Mazzola, Councilwoman Randi Marder and Councilman Scott Metzger. Councilman Jeff Cantor voted “no” on the motion to…

  • Public hearing set on Colts Neck school budget

    Public hearing set on Colts Neck school budget

    By Peter Elacqua Staff Writer COLTS NECK – A public hearing has been scheduled for 7 p.m. May 4 to give residents a chance to comment on the budget that the Colts Neck K-8 School District Board of Education has introduced for the 2016-17 school year. The board introduced a $25.6 million budget on April…

  • Democrat will challenge McMorrow in Freehold Township race

    Democrat will challenge McMorrow in Freehold Township race

    By Matthew Sockol Staff Writer FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP – One Democrat and one Republican have announced their intention to seek a three-year term on the Township Committee in Freehold Township this year. Democrat Richard Pelaia said he will seek the seat that is currently held by Republican Barbara J. McMorrow. Pelaia, who has lived in the…

  • Resident saved from burning home in Marlboro

    Resident saved from burning home in Marlboro

    By Peter Elacqua Staff Writer MARLBORO – Three Marlboro police officers are being credited with rescuing a resident from a burning home in the early morning hours of April 21. At 1:57 a.m., police officers responded to a residential structure fire at 68 Station Road in the Morganville section of the community. The call to…

  • Two slates will square off in November in Howell

    Two slates will square off in November in Howell

    By Jennifer Ortiz Staff Writer HOWELL — Four Howell residents have filed nominating petitions to run for the position of mayor and Township Council member in 2016. Both positions carry a four-year term. Mayor Bill Gotto and Councilman Ed Guz are not seeking re-election. The candidates are Democrats John McCabe for mayor and Joseph Montella…

  • Jackson council may update landlord registration code

    Jackson council may update landlord registration code

    By Andrew Martins Staff Writer JACKSON – The existing landlord registration code in Jackson could soon be updated to fit a shifting population and real estate environment. Township Council members recently discussed possible changes that could be enacted in order to limit potentially improper rental practices and the conversion of buildings to illegal dormitories. On April…

  • Howell councilwoman returns to dais

    Howell councilwoman returns to dais

    By Jennifer Ortiz Staff Writer HOWELL – Councilwoman Pauline Smith received a round of applause from those in attendance at the Township Council’s April 18 meeting when she returned to her seat following a two-month absence. Smith said she had battled a viral infection. “I had no symptoms except I was very tired. I could have…