Author: Greater Media

  • Salamanders, frogs make annual Beekman Road crossing

    By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer In early spring, Beekman Road is closed to protect amphibians, like this tiny frog, that cross the road to breed in the vernal pools in the forest. JEREMY GROSSMAN/STAFF Rick and Danielle Patufka have lived near Beekman Road for nearly 30 years, but only recently did they discover the road’s…

  • Central Jersey Bicycle Club hosts Farmlands Tour

    The Central Jersey Bicycle Club (CJBC) announced that its annual Farmlands Bicycle Tour, which starts and finishes in Lincroft, will take place on May 2. Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County will partner with the 31-year-old annual tour, providing volunteers and information at the rest stops along the various routes. Since 1984, the Farmlands Bicycle…

  • Old Bridge school budget carries tax hike of $43 on average home

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — The cost of employee benefits is the biggest driver in the 2015-16 school district budget this year, according to Joseph Marra, business administrator for the Old Bridge Township Public Schools. The Board of Education voted in favor of the tentative $149.5 million tab at the regular board…

  • Total recall?

    Q&A with Sharon Peters Q: It seems like every time I turn on the TV I hear about another recall. Is there any way to find out how many vehicles have been affected? And how does that compare to years past? Maybe I’m just hypersensitive, but it seems like way more recently. A: It was…

  • NCADD sets program for Sayreville families

    The National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependency (NCADD) invites Sayreville parents and their children ages 10-14 to join a free Family Night Out program set for Tuesdays, April 7-May 19, at the Sayreville Senior Center, 423 Main St. Dinner will be served 5:30-6 p.m. The program is planned for 6-8 p.m. Participants will practice…

  • Red Bank business owners unhappy with pay station vote

    By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer RED BANK — Several business owners from the borough’s west side are expressing disappointment after the Borough Council’s approval of parking pay stations on two major thoroughfares. “I’m really disgusted,” said Crystal Diebold, owner of 2 Dye 4 Salon, 140 Monmouth St. “I just don’t think they’re doing the right…

  • Woman suffers minor injuries after SUV strikes back of truck on Rt. 1

    SOUTH BRUNSWICK — A car caught fire after crashing into the back of a tractortrailer last weekend. The 2009 Nissan Rogue was being driven by Nicole Sentenat, 26, of New Brunswick, when it struck the rear of the 2007 International tractor-trailer around 5:30 a.m. March 28, according to South Brunswick police Lt. James Ryan. The…

  • Veteran of the Year nominations due

    Veteran of the Year nominations are now being accepted in North Brunswick. Send a résumé or paragraph on the veteran being nominated to Lou Ann Benson, 710 Hermann Road, North Brunswick, NJ 08902 or email lbenson@ northbrunswicknj.gov. Submissions are due by April 25.

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    MATT DENTON Easter cupcakes are ready to be served following the Millstone Township Easter Egg Hunt at Wagner Farm on March 28.