Author: Greater Media
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BUSINESS BRIEFS
More than one million soldiers will transition out of the military in the next five years. This year, in honor of Veterans Day, Farmers Insurance started a campaign to support transitioning veterans by collecting gently used suits for the men and women of the military. Farmers Insurance Atlantic Territory States (New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,…
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Between defenders
STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Brookdale Community College’s Jordan Little goes up between two Ocean County College defenders during the Dec. 10 game played on Brookdale’s home floor, Collins Arena in Lincroft. The host Jersey Blues held on to beat the Vikings, 71-69.
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Thinking outside the home
By Lindsey Romain CTW Features A homebuyer doesn’t just buy four walls and roof— they buy into a whole new world. Keep these intangibles in mind as you look into a future home purchase A first-time homebuyer usually has a big-item checklist: a master bathroom; an open kitchen with no obnoxiously colored tile in the…
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Santa Claus, snowmen & angels inspire Freehold Township artist
Karen Mackiel of Freehold Township is a self-taught artist who knew from the time she was a child that she had an inner talent. She has spent her life honing that artistic skill. An exhibit of Mackiel’s art is on display until the end of the year in the main foyer of the Monmouth County…
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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…
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Always be (prepared for) closing
By Erik J. Martin CTW Features The closing table is the last stop before you walk into your new home. Here’s how to prep for the process and avoid any last-minute homebuying headaches. When they announce “closing time” at a bar, it’s a cue to pay your tab and head home safely. Buying a home…
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Keeping people warm
University Radiology Group, which has an office in Freehold Township, recently donated several hundred skeins of yarn to the senior centers in Freehold Township and Manalapan. Members of the two senior centers knitted and crocheted hats and scarves that were presented to Open Door, Freehold Borough, for distribution to individuals in need of the items.…
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Liberty Lions look to experienced wrestlers as leaders
JACKSON LIBERTY By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent Jackson Liberty High School wrestling coach Mike Eddy is not looking back, which is hard to do with the graduation of the Russo brothers — Mike and Matt, who each reached the 40-win plateau, with Mike finishing sixth in the state at 126 pounds. Both were District 21 and…
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Music contest features anti-drug sentiment
New Jersey high school students who love music and who understand the dangers of substance abuse are invited to take part in the 2016 New Jersey Shout Down Drugs! music competition. Create a positive message about staying away from drugs and alcohol. The statewide concert on May 25 will feature county finalists at the Rutgers…
