Category: Atlanticville News
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Former FBI analyst at fort sentenced for espionage
A former Marine and former FBI intelligence analyst at Fort Monmouth was sentenced July 18 to 10 years in prison for espionage and other charges. U.S. District Judge William H. Walls sentenced Leandro Aragoncillo, 48, for his guilty pleas to espionage charges Aragoncillo pleaded guilty May 4, 2006, to taking and transferring classified information to…
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Turmoil over closing of council meeting
Five-minute limit on public comment challenged by some BY CHRISTINE VARNO Staff Writer BY CHRISTINE VARNOStaff Writer LONG BRANCH – – The controversial five-minute limit on public comment continued to be a contentious issue at last week’s City Council meeting, which ended abruptly when Council President Michael DeStefano brought down the gavel to close public…
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CHRIS KELLY staff Monmouth Beach’s Brendan Short, 9, works on his serve during tennis lessons July 17 at Griffin Park, sponsored by the Monmouth Beach Recreation Commission.
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Holy triple play! Pastor ministers to 3 parishes
Twinning parishes a new initiative in face of priest shortage BY PATRICIA YOCZIS Correspondent BY PATRICIA YOCZISCorrespondent PHOTOSBYCHRISKELLYstaff The Rev. Sam Sirianni was recently made pastor of the Holy Trinity Church (bottom), Our Lady Star of the Sea Church (r) and St. John the Baptist Church (below). LONG BRANCH – When the Rev. Sam A.…
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From Jamaica with love: Karen Smith
Karen Smith A chart-topping act in her native Jamaica and winner of numerous accolades for her vocal artistry, Karen Smith brings the spirit of Jamaica to Red Bank on Wednesday, Aug. 1, when she weaves her unique blend of jazz, pop and reggae on the stage of the Two River Theater. A relative unknown on…
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Who’s on first? Musicians!
The Atlantic Highlands Chamber of Commerce, partnering with the Atlantic Highlands Council of the Arts, is presenting the third annual “Music on First ” series. The outdoor performances along First Avenue will take place 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday nights during July and August. The lineup is: July 21, jazz with Sergio DuBois, piano, and Gary Mazzaroppi,…
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Police say gang activity remains on rise in N.J.
BY DAN NEWMAN Staff Writer BY DAN NEWMANStaff Writer MIDDLETOWN – At least one high-ranking state police official recently stated that gang activity in New Jersey is on the rise and is not only confined to urban areas. This was part of Sgt. Ron Hampton’s message during his presentation as part of the New Jersey…
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Local officials to train for disaster response
National Incident Management class to be held Aug. 2 BY AMANDA BELING Correspondent BY AMANDA BELINGCorrespondent SEA BRIGHT – – Local officials from Sea Bright, Fair Haven and Little Silver will come together Thursday, Aug. 2, for a training session in emergency management. Hosted by the borough of Sea Bright, representatives of all three municipalities…
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Michael’s Feat BBQ to be held July 28
The Michael Gerard Puharic Memorial Fund (Michael’s Feat) will mark seven years since the passing of Adam and Dana Puharic’s son, Michael, at its upcoming annual charity barbecue event. The Michael’s Feat Summertime Family Barbecue will take place from 1-5 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at the picnic grounds of St. Clement Church on Route 79…
