Author: Greater Media
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Pupils may enter essay contest during break
The Charles Lafitte Foundation (CLF) Kid’s Corner is hosting a special Winter Essay Contest to encourage students to read during winter vacation. Students in grades three through 12 attending a public or private school in the United States are invited to participate in the contest. To enter, students must read a book listed under their…
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Wrapping presents gets easier with age
ARE WE THERE YET Lori Clinch When our sons were little, I liked to follow them around with an oversized VHS camera on my shoulder and film each and every breathtaking moment. These days, on the rare occasions our Clinch clan is together, we like to sit and watch those old family movies. Our all-but-grown…
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Hertz-Kaplan
MILESTONES Ryan and Julie Kaplan Julie Rebecca Hertz, the daughter of Janet and Howard Hertz of Marlboro, was married to Ryan Joshua Kaplan, son of Kathy and Wayne Kaplan of New York City, on June 7, 2014. Rabbi Greg Hersh performed the ceremony. The bride attended Marlboro High School and earned a bachelor of business…
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Avoiding pitfalls that can derail your diet
Diet and exercise go hand-in-hand for men and women looking to improve their overall health. While it can be tempting to skip a workout in favor of relaxing on the couch at home, the temptation to cheat on your diet is far more pervasive, as dieters know that a high-calorie treat or second helping is…
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Explore natural sleep remedies
Healthy resolutions Sleep is a natural process designed to recharge the body and mind.Although some people find no difficulty in settling down for the night, many others profess to have periodic or chronic sleep problems. But before asking doctors to reach for their prescription pads, men and women struggling to fall asleep at night may…
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Avoiding pitfalls that can derail your diet
Healthy Resolutions Diet and exercise make great bedfellows for men and women looking to live a healthier lifestyle.A combination of a healthy diet and regular exercise makes it easier for men and women to maintain a healthy weight while lowering their risk of various ailments, including heart disease and diabetes. A heightened awareness of what…
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Monmouth’s Jeffery taking postseason accolades in stride
By TIM MORRIS Staff Writer Monmouth University’s Matt Jeffery (5) was named the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Defensive Player of the Year for a second straight season. The Freehold Township High School graduate helped the Hawks win the MAAC title this fall and return to the NCAA Tournament. Jeffery has been nominated for the…
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Long Branch’s Willis sets new single-season rushing record
By MATTHEW ROCCO Correspondent Long Branch High School’s Dahmiere Willis needed 250 yards in the final game of the season to set a new Shore Conference single-season rushing record. For most, it would have been an uphill battle. ForWillis, it was just another day on the football field. The standout senior amassed 295 yards on…
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SPORT SHORTS
The Monmouth County Park System is keeping several of its golf courses open for play this winter: Bel-Aire Golf Course in Wall, Charleston Springs North Golf Course in Millstone and Shark River Golf Course in Neptune. Golfers will enjoy discounted winter rates from Jan. 1 through Feb. 28. New this year is a nine-hole rate…
