Category: Atlanticville Opinion
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Joseph M. Marotta Sr.
Mr. Marotta, 89, of West Long Branch, died Aug. 9, 2008, at home. He was the owner and operator of Baldanza’s Grocery and Deli, Long Branch, from 1956-70. He also worked in the logistics department at Fort Monmouth, Eatontown, retiring in 1984. He was predeceased by two grandchildren, Amanda and Frankie Jr.; a great-granddaughter, Carmella;…
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Florence L. Stapleton
Mrs. Stapleton, 89, of Long Branch, died Aug. 1, 2008, at home. Born in Red Bank, she resided in Long Branch most of her life. She was a retired office manager at Lily Tulip, Holmdel. She was predeceased by her brother, Harry Van Note; and three sisters, Evelyn Mason, Louise Byram and Grace Abjornson. She…
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Both parties have their own poli-ninnies to bear
DAVE SIMPSON & GREG BEAN Red State/Blue State A political discussion between Red State conservative Dave Simpson — a former reporter, editor, publisher and columnist — and Greg Bean, Blue Stater and executive editor of Greater Media Newspapers. Dear Greg: I think the most wonderful thing about the Democrats is what I call “the ninny…
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Teacher gives tips to prepare child for kindergarten
After 35 years of teaching kindergarten, I’ve seen a lot of first days of school, but there are some things that never change. Although this is an exciting time for parents and children, it also can be emotional. Speaking as both a teacher and a parent, I know the transition to kindergarten can bring on…
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An American in China
With the 2008 Olympic Games taking place in Beijing, China, the Middletown Township Public Library is presenting programs with an Olympic spirit, including an exhibit of photographs of China. “An American in China, Etc.” will run through Aug. 29 at the library, located at 55 New Monmouth Road. The exhibit showcases 53 images photographer Arthur…
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Court decision is a victory for citizens of Long Branch
We would like to thank the judges for their insight and fairness in the many decisions that have been handed down since the N.J. Supreme Court’s unanimous decision in Gallenthin v. Paulsboro regarding eminent domain abuse and the property rights of the citizens of New Jersey. We also would like to thank Gov. Jon Corzine…
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IN THE ARTS
The third annual Dorothy Parker Day will be observed in Long Branch on Saturday, Aug. 16. The event is presented by the Long Branch Arts Council and the Long Branch Historical Association, in collaboration with The Long Branch Free Public Library, the West End Merchants Association and the Dorothy Parker Society. Parker was one of…
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Fort wouldn’t be closing if a Democrat were in office
Germane to the front-page article on the Aug. 7 edition of the Atlanticville titled “Boro resident calls fort reuse plan a pipe dream,” I think first we need to look at the big picture in order to gain understanding as to why Fort Monmouth will be closing its gates in approximately two years. The reason…
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