Author: Kayla Marsh
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Ahearn to fill vacancy on Matawan-Aberdeen school board
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer ABERDEEN — The Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District Board of Education has unanimously approved Kevin W. Ahearn as a new member to fill an unexpired term. “Our esteemed board member, Ms. Africa Nelson, unfortunately has moved to another town, so we have a vacancy until the end of the year,”…
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Eatontown discusses changes to Monmouth Mall plan
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer EATONTOWN — Talks continue to be underway as borough professionals and Kushner Companies figure out how best to move forward with the redevelopment of the Monmouth Mall site in a way that appeases all parties involved. During a crowded July 27 Borough Council meeting, Mayor Dennis Connelly said he…
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‘Stuff the Bus’ takes another ride to deliver school supplies for children
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties has launched its annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive to meet the ever-growing demand for materials needed by children throughout the area. The drive is designed to help ensure that children begin the school year right by having the tools they…
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Eatontown officers, first aid responders honored
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer EATONTOWN — A recent Borough Council meeting featured local volunteers who were honored for their hard work and dedication in saving lives and making the community a better place to live. “It’s always great here in the borough to have some great things that happen, especially from our volunteers,”…
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Matawan-Aberdeen considering Social Emotional Learning Initiative
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer ABERDEEN — Schools officials are looking to launch a new Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Initiative. This program is aimed at helping students acquire and apply the skills necessary to understand and manage emotions, set and achieve positive goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain positive relationships…
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Medical group brings day of deep sea fun to families
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer HAZLET — Immediate Care Medical Walk-in Group provided children, adolescents and parents an opportunity to enjoy a day of open water fishing on the Raritan Bay. “This is our second year hosting the fishing trip for the kids, and we hope to continue it for years to come,” said…
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Fair Haven authorizes new equipment, discusses road projects
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer FAIR HAVEN — New purchases for the Department of Public Works and just completed or upcoming road projects were focused on during the Borough Council’s recently held meeting. At a July 18 meeting, Borough Administrator Theresa S. Casagrande said that Ordinance No. 2015-12 was adopted Sept. 28, 2015, and…
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Middletown stands firm in its opposition of JCP&L project
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN — Residents and community members are united in their support that the township opposes Jersey Central Power & Light’s Monmouth County Reliability Project. That was evident during a recent Township Committee meeting when a packed crowd of residents and community members showed their support as the governing body…
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Meeting discusses possible health risks of EMF exposure
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer HAZLET — Opposition to Jersey Central Power & Light’s Monmouth County Reliability Project continues to grow as hundreds gathered at Raritan High School to hear a presentation regarding the potential health effects the project could have on children and adults. The presentation, “Health Effects of EMF Fields from High…
