Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor

  • Ocean Twp. exhibit offers local look at Civil War

    Ocean Twp. exhibit offers local look at Civil War

    By Kayla J. Marsh Staff Writer A new exhibit at the Township of Ocean Historical Museum is putting a unique spin about the Civil War by exploring the impact it had on New Jersey and Monmouth County. “Local Stories of the Civil War” delves into the state’s ambiguous loyalties before, after and throughout the war…

  • ‘Life of a Confederate Soldier’ set for March 8

    ‘Life of a Confederate Soldier’ set for March 8

    The Township of Ocean, Board of Education Offices, Old Oakhurst School Auditorium, 163 Monmouth Road, Oakhurst, announces Arthur Green will present “Life of a Confederate Soldier,” at 7:15 pm. on March 8. A military historian, whose own family history in Monmouth County dates to 1680 and is populated with ancestors who served in the Revolutionary…

  • What homeowners want from a remodel

    What homeowners want from a remodel

    2016 looks to be a stronger year for home remodeling, buoyed by homeowners seeking immediate satisfaction as well as a return on investment down the road   By Erik J. Martin CTW Features Many homeowners don’t embark on a major home improvement project unless they’re planning to sell soon and are seeking a strong return…

  • Ranney fencers win Prep B state championships

    Ranney fencers win Prep B state championships

    ​Two female Ranney School fencers took first place at the NJSIAA Prep B State Championship Feb. 17. Sophomore Ariana Mangano of Colts Neck won girls epee and Nicole Vaiani of Wall, a senior, captured the girls foil title. Both girls placed at the recent district championship as well, taking first and second in their individual events,…

  • CBA wrestlers post third straight District 22 title

    CBA wrestlers post third straight District 22 title

    By Matthew Rocco Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) saw three of its wrestlers win gold to carry the Colts to a third straight NJSIAA District 22 team title. Senior Sebastian Rivera, a Northwestern University commit, earned his third career victory at districts, pinning Middletown High School North’s Sean Deering in the 113-pound championship bout. Nick Schutzenhofer…

  • Residents’ voices carry weight in town hall

    In a recent letter to the editor, a local resident opined that while it is generally difficult for citizens to get the ear of a state or federal official in order to effect change, the ability to speak one’s mind and to work toward change can be accomplished at the local level. The letter writer’s…

  • Benefit raises awareness, funds for pediatric brain tumor research

    Benefit raises awareness, funds for pediatric brain tumor research

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer The Oceanport nonprofit Kortney Rose Foundation is once again teaming up with Turning Point restaurants to host the seventh annual “Great Food for a Great Cause” to help raise awareness and funds for pediatric brain tumor research. “Turning Point is one of Kortney Rose Foundation’s largest corporate sponsors, and…

  • Matawan/Aberdeen honors Teachers and Educators of the Year

    Matawan/Aberdeen honors Teachers and Educators of the Year

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer ABERDEEN — Students, family and community members alike packed Strathmore Elementary School to honor Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District’s 2015-16 Teachers and Educational Service Professionals of the Year. At the Board of Education’s Feb. 22 meeting, 14 members of the district family were praised by their respective principals and received…

  • Applicant seeks to re-establish gas station on Route 9

    Applicant seeks to re-establish gas station on Route 9

    By Jennifer Ortiz Staff Writer HOWELL – Representatives of Gill Petroleum are seeking approval to rebuild a BP gas station with a 3,000-square-foot convenience store at Route 9 north and Wyckoff Mills Road, Howell. Testimony was presented to the Planning Board in January and will continue on April 7. Attorney Salvatore Alfieri, representing the applicant, said…