Category: Examiner News
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U.F. officials say fair feedback has been positive thus far
Mayor says U.F. would consider hosting fair at Reed Park again BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent UPPER FREEHOLD — Freedom Fest State Fair has come and gone. While the organizer claims the event had no effect on neighboring residents, town officials are still waiting to hear if there are any complaints. Upper Freehold residents in the…
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Illegal fireworks burn house down, sparking new law
BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent MILLSTONE — The Township Committee is serious about stopping the problem of illegal fireworks in the municipality. At the July 20 meeting, the governing body discussed an ordinance to curb the illicit use of fireworks. Mayor Nancy Grbelja said this is not just an issue on the fourth of July, but…
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Olde Freehold Day will feature music, food, fun
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer Friends old and new will gather at Lake Topanemus Park on July 30 to celebrate the return of Olde Freehold Day following a five-year hiatus. Music, food and fun will fill the all-day event at the lake on Pond Road, Freehold Township. The fun begins at 11 a.m. A…
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Donations of school supplies sought
For many kids, back-to-school season is an exciting time filled with shopping for new clothing, notebooks, backpacks and more. However, some families don’t have the funds to buy new clothes or school supplies. To help brighten the back-to-school experience for these families and make sure children have the supplies they need, Big Brothers Big Sisters…
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Teens urged to be better drivers during safety summit
BY JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer PISCATAWAY — Who would have thought pee, puke and period are three words that could save someone’s life? Cara Filler spoke about the tragic death of her identical twin sister, Mairin, the day after their 18th birthday, more than 16 years ago. She told hundreds of students, parents and advisers…
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Founder’s vision for feeder program becomes a reality
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer Children watch coaches demonstrate wrestling moves during Millstone Township’s summer instructional wrestling program at Wagner Farm Park on July 7. FRANK GALIPO Mat time and experience are essential to the development of a wrestler, and Millstone grapplers have a wealth of both. In the early 1990s, the township didn’t have…
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Play will open with benefit for Rose’s Fund and MCSPCA
FREEHOLD — Center Players will present “Sylvia,” an adult comedy about a love triangle between a middle-aged man, the dog he adopts and his surprised and perplexed wife. The production includes an opening night fundraiser to benefit two animal loving organizations: Rose’s Fund for Animals and the Monmouth County SPCA. “Sylvia” was written by A.R.…
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One man’s curiosity is another woman’s prosperity
Local resident’s research into farm results in Lily Livingston’s induction into hall of fame Above: Lily Livingston (1865- 1945), who once owned and operated what was known as the Rancocas Stud Farm on Route 537, was inducted into the Canadian Racing Hall of Fame on May 27. Left: The former Rancocas Stud Farm in the…
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Flight medic from Roosevelt saved wounded soldiers under direct fire
Army honors Sgt. John F. Rindt III with Combat Medical Badge BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer Sgt. John F. Rindt III (r), a flight medic from Roosevelt, received the Combat Medical Badge for his role in saving five wounded soldiers while under enemy fire in Iraq. ROOSEVELT — Within minutes of a roadside bomb exploding,…
