Category: Examiner News
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Monmouth historian named
The Monmouth County Board of Freeholders has named Randall Gabrielan of Middletown to the position of county historian. Randall Gabrielan Gabrielan, a former insurance broker, turned an avocation into a second career. Writing and historical research, which overlapped his prior work, took a new turn in 1994 with the publication of his first book, “Middletown…
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‘The Healing Power of Art’
Exhibit features artwork inspired by women who have been affected by cancer BY LINDA DeNICOLA Correspondent Transforming the bedroom of a cancer patient into an oasis of healing is a lofty goal, but well within the reach of creative and motivated people. The Guild of Creative Art on Route 35 in Shrewsbury will open its…
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U.F. denies congregation’s plan to build a cemetery
BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent UPPER FREEHOLD — There will not be a Syrian Jewish cemetery on Route 524 near Cox’s Corner. At the Oct. 18 Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting, board members unanimously denied Congregation Rodfeh Zedek a use variance to construct a cemetery on a 26- acre parcel. Board members Roger Gravatt and Kenneth…
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Library honors Hindu festival
The Monmouth County Library will host Diwali programs at five library branches throughout Monmouth County during the first week in November. These free, family-friendly events will feature Indian music, dancing and “mehndi,” the art of drawing intricate henna patterns on the hands and feet. Diwali is one of the most joyous holidays of the Indian…
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Malkin and Warnick running for council in Roosevelt
Incumbent, newcomer will go unchallenged TBY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer Two Democrats will seek election to the two open seats on the Roosevelt Borough Council. Peggy Malkin Newcomer Ralph Warnick will join incumbent Peggy Malkin on the ballot in the uncontested Nov. 2 election. Warnick, 61, who has lived in Roosevelt for 32 years, said…
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Pink hair for hope
Soccer team streaks raise funds for breast cancer research BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer Above: The Allentown U12 Inferno soccer team is now playing with pink hair extensions after participating in a fundraiser for the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Right: The Inferno team huddles with coach Doug Cary during practice. ALLENTOWN — Several girls on…
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Teenager tackles issue of distracted driving
Issues associated with texting, cell phone use were focus of summit BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP — Bryan Epstein said he will never pick up a cell phone or send a text message while he is driving. His goal is to get teenagers from around New Jersey to feel the same way…
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Karabinchak, Resner vie for seat in Edison
Voters will choose one candidate for 3-year term BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer It’s not the election of a year ago, when the mayor’s seat and three Edison Township Council seats were up for grabs, but two candidates are hoping to win voters’ support Nov. 2 to serve on the governing body. Robert Karabinchak Democrat…
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Boy Scouts beautify school grounds
Allentown Cub Scout Den 13 planted mums in front of Newell Elementary School in Allentown. Pack 180 Scouts Joey Accardi, Michael Scott, Brian Crane, Kyle Brindley, Sami Soltani, Alex Davidson, Youcef Soltani, Jared Morrison and Garrett Baldwin are working toward earning ribbons for their 100th Anniversary Boy Scout patch. Boy Scouts is celebrating 100 years…
