Author: Greater Media
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Schaller-Dahl
MILESTONES Annmarie Schaller and Luis Manuel Dahl Annmarie Schaller of Keyport, daughter of the late Martin Schaller and the late Rita Marie Schaller of Laurence Harbor, and Luis Manuel Dahl, son of the late George Dahl and Lucy Dahl of Old Bridge and son of the late Enrique Gonzalez and Carmen Cruz of Utuado, Puerto…
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Seniors offering trip to Resorts Casino, A.C.
Jamesburg Senior Citizens will host a Dec. 28 trip to Resorts Casino, Atlantic City. Sign-in is set for 10:15-10:45 a.m. at the Jamesburg Senior Center, 139 Stevens Ave. The bus will depart at 11 a.m. Cost is $25 per person and includes transportation and a $25 return in slot play. All are welcome to attend.…
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Long Branch man charged with killing woman
LONG BRANCH — A city man has been arrested and charged with the murder of a Long Branch woman, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office. Christopher “Chato” Aparicio-Reyes, 21, was charged on Dec. 14 with one count of first-degree murder for the death of Jennifer Pizzuto. Pizzuto, 40, was found dead on Dec. 13…
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Arc celebrates 30 years of matching clients to jobs
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer TINTON FALLS — For 30 years, the Arc of Monmouth County’s Employment Services has helped individuals with disabilities to find gainful employment. Thea Strong, the director of employment services, said the organization recently eclipsed the anniversary in October and formally celebrated the achievement earlier this month. She said over the…
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Indian Business Association hosts Christmas Spectacular at India Square
The Indian Business Association (IBA), Oak Tree Road, Iselin, held a Christmas Spectacular at India Square, located near the Oak Tree Road Shopping District. The program, which culminated in the lighting of the IBA Christmas tree, featured live music performances and dance groups. “We blended classic Christmas carols with Indian music to create a unique…
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Avenel Middle School students enjoying Google Cardboard experience
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer WOODBRIDGE — Students at Avenel Middle School got to explore the Grand Canyon and historic Philadelphia, as well as tag along on a shark adventure in the Galapagos Islands and explore the deep jungles of South America — all without leaving their desks. Google representative Simon Fogbo visited the school…
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Builder looks west, slightly, to construct 181 apartments
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer After a run of proposals along the oceanfront, a developer has come forward with a plan for the west side of Ocean Boulevard in Long Branch. James Monteforte, architect for Ocean Gate Apartments LLC, said the proposal to construct 181 apartment-style units on the corner of Cooper Avenue and Ocean…
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Volunteer says advances have been made
The holidays are upon us and it is the time of giving. The giving of gifts, the giving of time, the giving of goodwill, and most importantly, the giving of thanks. As a volunteer, I want to thank every person who has supported the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Perhaps it is a donation, attending…
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Jaguars’ expectations stay high for wrestling season
JACKSON MEMORIAL By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent It’s a challenge to find wrestlers at Jackson Memorial High School to replace Brody Graham — who placed third in the state tournament — as well as four-year starters like Fred Terranova, Hunter Reese, Jarret DiGiantomasso, Sean Leahey and Connor Bohringer. Graham, a heavyweight who has embarked on a…
