Author: Greater Media

  • School districts get help planning ‘green’ projects

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer School districts in Monmouth and Ocean counties will work with graduate students to help schools implement energy-saving initiatives. As part of the Sustainable Jersey for Schools program, the Climate Corps fellowship program of the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) will send three graduate students to seven school districts starting in…

  • Chromebooks, PARCC exam part of Marlboro K-8 budget discussion

    By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer MARLBORO — Issues related to Chromebook computers and standardized testing came up as the Marlboro K-8 School District Board of Education adopted the 2015-16 school year budget. Before adopting a budget totaling $87.65 million at its April 28 meeting, board member John Dwyer addressed concerns with the district spending money…

  • Freehold Borough man pleads guilty to Asbury Park shootings

    A Freehold Borough man has admitted he shot two men in Asbury Park in 2013, killing one and leaving another seriously injured, Monmouth County Acting Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced. Jamar S. Walker, 32, pleaded guilty on April 23 before state Superior Court Judge Francis J. Vernoia, sitting in Freehold, to one count of first…

  • Fundraiser will boost G.I. Go Fund

    MARLBORO — The township will honor Memorial Day and the men and women who sacrificed their lives defending the United States by raising funds for military veterans and their families. On May 21, township employees are being encouraged to take part in the 2015 “Jeans for Troops” fundraising drive benefiting the G.I. Go Fund, a…

  • Hospital nurses recognized for dedication to patients

    Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) recognized its nurses for their commitment and dedication to patients in Central Jersey during National Nurses Week. Monroe resident Ka Ying Lee, who works at the New Brunswick campus, was named the 2015 Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Magnet Nurse of the Year. The following awards were also presented…

  • County GOP presents candidates

    The Middlesex County Republican Organization has announced its Republican slate for the upcoming county election. The organization has selected Alex Barletta of South Plainfield for county clerk, and Jose Alonso of Edison and Sharon Hubberman of Perth Amboy for the two available seats on the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders. The candidates received unanimous…

  • Chapel yard sale to support food pantry

    The Spotswood Chapel, 73 Devoe Ave., Spotswood, will hold its annual Huge Yard Sale 9 a.m.-2 p.m. May 30. All proceeds from sales will be donated to the Spotswood C.U.P. (Churches United for People) Food Pantry, Main Street. The chapel will offer free hot dogs and soda 11 a.m.-noon. For more information, call 732-251- 5517.

  • Men’s club to host Spaghetti Dinner

    The Saints Peter and Paul Men’s Club will sponsor its annual Spaghetti Dinner 4-7 p.m. May 30 in the church hall, 9 Jeffrie Ave., South River. Soda and water will be offered for purchase at the BYOB event. Tickets, which are available in advance or at the door, cost $12 for adults, $7 for youngsters…

  • Church to sponsor May 31 blood drive

    Immaculate Conception Church will host its next parish blood drive, conducted by Community Blood Service, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. May 31 in the campus cafeteria, Immaculata Drive, Spotswood. Donors must be in good health and free of cold symptoms, at least 18 years of age (individuals above age 76 may donate with a letter of permission…