Category: Atlanticville News
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Priest honored with title of monsignor
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer Monsignor Sam A. Sirianni FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP — The Rev. Sam A. Sirianni came to St. Robert Bellarmine Roman Catholic Church, Georgia Road, in January 2009 to lead the parish as its pastor. On April 23, Sirianni, 56, was elevated to the position of monsignor during an Investiture ceremony at…
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Attendees are reflected in the memorial wall prior to the start of the 15th anniversary Remembrance Day ceremony held at the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial in Holmdel on May 7. The N.J. Department of Military and Veterans Affairs awarded New Jersey Distinguished Service medals, Vietnam Service medals and other state military awards to 77…
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GMN photographers honored in NJPA contest
Greater Media Newspapers’ Photo Department took home seven awards in the New Jersey Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest for 2009. The newspaper group, based in Freehold, publishes 10 weeklies, serving Monmouth, Middlesex and Ocean counties. “Ride Down” by Eric Sucar, 2nd place, Feature Head photographer Jeff Granit took first place in the Feature Picture Story…
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Marcia Koren, of Eatontown, and Patty Ritacco, of West Long Branch, get into the swing as a high school band plays at the intergenerational Senior Spring Swing held at Monmouth University’s Multipurpose Activity Center in West Long Branch on May 4. CLAIRE SHEPROW
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Committee advances legislation that seeks to hike racing purses
The Assembly Regulatory Oversight and Gaming Committee has unanimously approved a plan that would permit the Meadowlands Racetrack, East Rutherford, and Monmouth Park, Oceanport, to run fewer races, which would increase the amount of purses and revive New Jersey’s horse racing industry, according to a press release. The legislation is sponsored by Assemblywoman Caroline Casagrande…
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Tara’s Law will protect disabled from abuse
Sen. Beck’s advocacy leads to safeguards for developmentally disabled BY KIMBERLY STEINBERG Staff Writer Alocal family’s quest for justice after the death of their young relative has resulted in landmark legislation signed into law that will protect developmentally disabled people who are in the care of the state. “This is a great first step,” said…
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Boro considers green zoning for businesses
Solar panels an option for municipal buildings BY ANDREW DAVISON Staff Writer EATONTOWN EATONTOWN — The Borough Council is considering establishing “green zoning” to encourage businesses to take root in Eatontown and enhance the borough’s image. The green zones would be in the industrial park and include incentives for businesses to pursue renewable energy projects,…
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Suicide prevention bill a tribute to local veteran
Holt says government failed Army sergeant from East Brunswick BY BRIAN DONAHUE Staff Writer A fter two combat tours in Iraq, Coleman Bean of East Brunswick sought treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder Sgt. Coleman Bean PTSD), but he did not receive the support that is in place for many returning veterans. Bean was a member…
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Keeping Long Branch beautiful
Above: Larry Florida, of Elberon, is one of the volunteers working to clean debris from the area around Lake Takanassee on May 8. Lauren Rivera, of Long Branch, volunteers at the cleanup, sponsored by the Long Branch Environmental Commission. PHOTOS BY CHRIS KELLY
