Author: Greater Media
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Monmouth should follow Middlesex’s lead
I am writing about what Monmouth County is doing to compensate for the recent cuts by the state of New Jersey for women’s health care programs. As a mother and grandmother, I am deeply concerned that information and services are not available to all who need them. Our neighboring county, Middlesex, just passed a ballot…
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Most efficient electric cars
By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features BMW i3 Electric vehicles use no gasoline and produce zero tailpipe emissions; they’re becoming more affordable, but several of them are sold only in limited areas. T he most energy-efficient car in the U.S. for the 2015 model year isn’t an unadorned “econobox,” but rather it’s the futuristically styled and…
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Brookdale trims staff, ends deficit
By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer The Brookdale Community College board of trustees voted 11-1 to approve the president’s proposal for a reduction in force that eliminates 47 positions at the college. The action, which was taken at the board’s Dec. 11 meeting, will eliminate a $5.5 million deficit in the college’s budget, according to…
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Two suspects charged after alleged burglary
NORTH BRUNSWICK — Police have charged two North Brunswick teenagers with multiple crimes, including burglary and theft. Kevin Carpenter, 18, and Shaquille Jones, 19, were charged on Dec. 10, according to North Brunswick police. Earlier that day, police responded to a burglary and theft on Birchwood Court. The resident reported several items removed from his…
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Monmouth should follow Middlesex’s lead
I am writing about what Monmouth County is doing to compensate for the recent cuts by the state of New Jersey for women’s health care programs. As a mother and grandmother, I am deeply concerned that information and services are not available to all who need them. Our neighboring county, Middlesex, just passed a ballot…
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Help with utility bills available
In addition to providing affordable housing resources, the Affordable Housing Alliance (AHA) manages several utility assistance programs to address a need many area residents have. These programs help individuals and families who are seeking relief in paying their gas, electric and oil bills. There are three utility assistance programs offered by AHA, according to a…
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Middletown’s food drive still in progress
Middletown Township Mayor Stephanie Murray has partnered with Middletown’s Social Services Department to help feed local families with donations from the Mayor’s Food Basket food drive, which is running through Dec. 24. Donations of nonperishable food are needed as the Middletown Food Pantry is at an all-time low due in part to two reductions in…
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Maintenance proposal for Sandy Hook draws fire
By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer A National Park Service (NPS) proposal to relocate maintenance facilities within Sandy Hook will undergo a second public comment period after drawing early criticism from environmental advocacy groups over migratory birds. With one public comment period completed and another prepared for January, the proposal is far from an inevitable…
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Grants will fund restoration of storm-ravaged historic sites
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer Christ Church, Shrewsbury Historic sites in Shrewsbury, Long Branch and Middletown that sustained damage during superstorm Sandy have been awarded grants to fund restoration projects. The sites are among 37 in New Jersey that have been awarded nearly $8 million by the New Jersey Historic Trust. Christ Church on…
