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Airman graduates from basic training
U.S. Air Force Airman Mickayla J. Zupa graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also earn four…
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Monmouth Assembly members honor young cancer survivor
Freehold Township resident and cancer survivor Grace West, known as “Cookie” to her family members and friends, was recently honored by Monmouth County state Assembly members Eric Houghtaling and Joann Downey for her tenacious spirit and dedication to helping other young cancer patients. Houghtaling and Downey honored Grace with an official resolution from the New…
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Museum honors the veterans of the American Civil War
The Township of Ocean Historical Museum, 703 Deal Road, Ocean, will honor American Civil War veterans at a flag-raising ceremony on the Woolley House grounds at 6:30 p.m. on July 30. The museum will also be open for those attending to come in and see current exhibits. Please call the museum at 732-531-2136, email [email protected]…
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Local girl researches family history as part of her Bat Mitzvah celebration
MONROE — A local 12-year-old girl was hoping for the historic reunion of a Polish family who hid her descendants in their attic during World War II. Before her Bat Mitzvah celebration, Mattil Zaklikovsky of Monroe had decided to embark on a major research project: She was eager to learn more about her ancestors as well as the…
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Driver admits guilt in death of Marlboro woman
A Long Branch man has admitted that he caused the September 2013 death of a Monmouth University student from Marlboro. The fatal collision occurred while the woman was outside her vehicle following a minor accident with another vehicle on Joline Avenue in Long Branch, Monmouth County Acting Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced. On June 24,…
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Marino to bring his comedy to Perth Amboy July 30
Comedian Mike Marino will perform 8:30 p.m. July 30 on the Cornucopia Princess-St. Charles Riverboat at 401 Riverboat Drive, Perth Amboy. Parking is free. The ship stays docked during the dinner and show. Marino was born in Jersey City and entered the entertainment industry at an early age. He has appeared in many television commercials and shows and has received…
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The Great St. Mary Fair is open
The 73rd annual The Great St. Mary Fair is currently taking place on the grounds of St. Mary Mother of God Parish in the New Monmouth section of Middletown through July 2. The fair begins 6:30 p.m. each evening and features rides and games for the entire family to enjoy. This year’s event will feature live…
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Singles dance party set for July 3
A Steppin’ Out Singles Sunday Night Fourth of July Dance Party will be held 8 p.m. on July 3 at the Grand Ballroom, APA Woodbridge Hotel, 120 Wood Ave., Iselin. Steppin’ Out Singles offers singles dances in New Jersey in a classy atmosphere featuring the best DJs in New Jersey. No jeans, shorts, T-shirts or sneakers.…

