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AAUW presents scholarships to high school seniors
The Freehold branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) has announced the recipients of this year’s high school scholarships. The highest ranking female senior in the six schools in the Freehold Regional High School District each received a $500 scholarship, according to a press release. The AAUW’s annual used book sale funds the…
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Monmouth County Fair set for July 27-31 in Freehold
The Monmouth County Fair will be held July 27-31 at East Freehold Showgrounds, Kozloski Road, Freehold. Hours are 5-11 p.m. July 27-29; 3-11 p.m. July 30; and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. July 31. “This is a great opportunity for the whole family to come together and create memories. Parents of younger children are sure to love…
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Monmouth County Park System to host Eco-Elephant Family Flea Market
The Monmouth County Park System’s Eco-Elephant Family Flea Market will be held from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on June 18 at Dorbrook Recreation Area, Route 537, Colts Neck. This event features a mixture of new items, furniture, antiques, novelties and more. It’s also the perfect place to sell slightly used items. Vendor space is available to…
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Aberdeen Township to hold Father-Daughter dance
Aberdeen Township will hold a Father-Daughter Dance at the newly-opened Fiorendo Sigismondi Cliffwood Beach Community Center on June 17 from 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. The Fiorendo Sigismondi Cliffwood Beach Community Center is located at 651 Prospect Avenue in Cliffwood Beach. The event will feature a D.J., photo booth and refreshments. Tickets are available for $25 per…
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Traffic advisory posted for South Brunswick
South Brunswick Police are providing a traffic advisory notice due to events and construction that may impact travel around the township the next few weeks. A Walkathon at Beechwoods Park will be held 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on June 4. Approximately 50 participants will walk down Beekman Road to Route 27 and back to Beechwoods Park on the…
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Four arrests made during search of Howell residence
HOWELL – A substance believed to be heroin was seized and four people were arrested when police officers executed a search warrant at a home on Starlight Drive, Howell. In a press release, police said that on June 2, members of the Howell Police Department’s Crime Suppression Unit — Lt. Thomas Rizzo, Patrolman T.J. Hurley,…
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Pallone announces coding and app building competition for students
Congressman Frank Pallone Jr. (D-NJ) has announced that his office will be participating in the Congressional App Challenge, an application (app) competition for U.S. high school students. The challenge submission period will run from July 18 through Nov. 2. The competition is open to all students who meet the eligibility requirements, regardless of coding experience.…
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Celebrate and take action during National Pollinator Week, must run June 15
You may have heard the expression “No farmers, No food.” How about this one: “No bees, No food.” Bees, butterflies, wasps, beetles and many other native insects are essential for food production. Without pollen distribution and cross-fertilization by pollinators, much of our food supply would vanish. The week of June 20-26 has been designated National…
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News Transcript Datebook, June 8
• The 40th anniversary celebration of “Olde Freehold Day ” will take place on July 23 at Lake Topanemus Park, Pond Road, Freehold Township, from noon to 6 p.m. The event will feature five bands, a disc jockey, classic cars, rides, refreshments (including a beer garden), food offered by civic organizations and activities on the…
