Category: Examiner News

  • Change racehorses’ fate and change the fate of horse racing

    Prominent equine veterinarian advocates for better treatment of former racehorses BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent Equine surgeon Patti Hogan takes a break from the operating room to enjoy some sunshine with her furry friends at Fair Winds Farm, the Upper Freehold site of her practice, Hogan Equine. UPPER FREEHOLD — A prominent equine surgeon said that…

  • Talent shines in the spotlight

    Right: Alexa Pantaleo belts out a rendition of “Someone Like You” during “Millstone’s Got Talent Two” at the Millstone Township Performing Arts Center on April 2. Far right: Aditya Vasa performs “Ain’t Talkin’ About Love.” PHOTOS BY SCOTT FRIEDMAN

  • Millstone man facing charges for sex with minor found dead

    New Jersey State Police investigating death as apparent suicide BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer MILLSTONE — A township man facing charges for having sex with a minor was found dead at his Shield Road home, according to the New Jersey State Police. A relative discovered the body of Carlton A. Golden Jr., 53, just before…

  • Spring Lake: a little bit of everything

    BY SAM SLAUGHTER Staff Writer Downtown Spring Lake Named for the spring-fed lake in the middle of the town’s Divine Park and nicknamed the “Irish Riviera” after the town’s wealthy founders, Spring Lake is a haven for relaxation and beauty along the Jersey Shore. Just two miles long by one mile wide with tree-lined streets…

  • Monmouth freeholders adopt $491.5M budget

    The Monmouth County Board of Freeholders has adopted a $491.5 million budget for 2011. This year’s spending plan is a $1.5 million decrease from the 2010 budget, according to information provided by the county. The 4-1 vote to adopt the budget came after the board adopted an amendment that reduced the tax levy by $10.5…

  • UFRSD will put $33M budget to vote in April 27 election

    Budget and debt service would raise average Allentown tax bill $164; average U.F. bill by $255 BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer A llentown and Upper Freehold voters will have their say April 27 on whether the Upper Freehold Regional School District should move forward with a plan to spend over $33 million during the 2011-12…

  • Half-Pint Helpers’ mission: Sell ‘junk food’ to aid Japan

    BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer A group of young Millstone neighbors who call themselves Half-Pint Helpers organized a bake sale in front of Albivi restaurant, Millstone, March 25 to collect money for the American Red Cross relief efforts in Japan. MILLSTONE — They had their cupcakes and helped Japan, too. Residents and other locals commuting…

  • ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ takes the stage to help children in need

    BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer MILLSTONE — Jesus Christ fed the hungry, and now the rock musical made about his life will, too. Proceeds from the production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” at the Millstone Performing Arts Center (MPAC) onApril 9 will help feed hungry children in East Africa, according to Laurie Edwards, president of N.J.…

  • Millstone’s got more talent

    Annual showcase to benefit twp. schools nearly doubles number of performers BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer MILLSTONE — A building tornado of talent will touch down in the township on April 2. Five weeks ago, the artistic whimsies of people living throughout the Millstone area started swirling during auditions for “Millstone’s Got Talent Two.” Now,…