Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor
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Concern over Long Branch easement proposal
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer LONG BRANCH- After public outcry from beach access advocates, the city has opted to hold off on a decision to remove an easement at 907 Ocean Avenue. The council and administration held an ordinance during the March 22 meeting to continue to research the move to eliminate the easement, which…
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Bar set high for Bulldogs’ boys lacrosse team
By Warren Rappleyea On the heels of its first NJSIAA South Jersey, Group I championship and with a cadre of talented players returning, expectations are high this spring for Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School’s boys lacrosse team. A year ago, Rumson-Fair Haven started out 0-4 but quickly recovered to go 18-7 overall. Along the way,…
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Ocean may eliminate fees to promote business growth
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer OCEAN TOWNSHIP- In an effort to attract businesses into vacant commercial properties, the township council is considering waiving certain permitting fees for new businesses based on certain stipulations. Township Manager Andrew Brannen said that the council discussed possibly waiving certain fees during the March 24 Workshop meeting and presented a…
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Selling this spring? Stash the signs
By Marilyn Kennedy Melia Content That Works There’s no debating it: Political rhetoric is everywhere, thicker than ever this election year. While homeowner associations often limit the number of signs an owner can display, in many neighborhoods free speech translates into a thicket of front-yard signs promoting candidates. If you’re selling a home, it’s wise…
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Brookdale exhibit focuses on issue of racism
By Kayla J. Marsh Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN – A new exhibit opening at Brookdale Community College is tackling the issue of racism head on. The Center for Holocaust, Human Rights and Genocide Education (Chhange) at Brookdale will serve as the host to an opening reception for its new “Facing Racism” art exhibit on April 10…
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Competition brings Shakespeare’s work to life
By Kayla J. Marsh Staff Writer As the 400th anniversary of William Shakespeare’s death approaches, the English-Speaking Union’s National Shakespeare Competition has high school students from across the country bringing some of The Bard’s most influential plays, characters and other works to life. Through the competition, participants develop communication skills, challenge their intellect and acting…
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How to flip the script – with paint
By Marilyn Kennedy Melia CTW Features They may not say they want a home because it has spotless walls and pristine moldings. But consciously or unconsciously, buyers are influenced by the condition and color of walls. Agents often recommend painting to prep a home for sale. While a fresh coat of paint can yield a…
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Runners will converge May 15 at Sandy Hook National Park
By Kayla J. Marsh Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN – A new race coming to the Jersey Shore will bring together runners of all abilities at one of the state’s most iconic sites. Peak Projects, a new full-service event management and production company founded by two Monmouth County natives, will hold its inaugural “Run The Hook” race…
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Eatontown is ‘Tickled Pink’ raising awareness of mammograms
By Kayla J. Marsh Staff Writer EATONTOWN – For the last decade, Paint the Town Pink events in municipalities throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties have brought together communities in raising awareness about the importance of women having their annual mammogram. Since 2006, local municipalities have teamed up with Meridian Health to not only highlight the importance…
