Category: Examiner News

  • Soap opera actor, entertainer to throw first pitch at BlueClaws game

    Funds from June 6 nut-free baseball game to benefit children with food allergies Above: Two walkers take a break during the 2009 FAAN Walk for Food Allergy in Long Branch. Left: Buster the BlueClaws mascot has fun with fans during last year’s nut-free game in Lakewood. The minor league baseball team will hold its second…

  • Local campground opening for season

    Spring into spring by spending a night under the stars at the Monmouth County Park System’s family campground in Turkey Swamp Park, Georgia Road, Freehold Township. N ow opening for the season, the campground features 64 wooded campsites (52 which can be reserved while 12 are available on a first come, first serve basis). All…

  • Carbon monoxide alarm evacuates animal hospital

    Seven occupants and firefighters treated for exposure The Millstone Township Fire Department has responded to a high number of carbon monoxide alarms this year, most involving the improper use of portable generators. Most recently, at 7:35 a.m. May 16, the fire department and Millstone Township First Aid Squad were dispatched to 34 Trenton Lakewood Road…

  • The Assifa Space

    Left: Musicians David Brahinsky (l-r), Gy Derosa and Phil McAuliffe perform for guests at the Assifa Space in Roosevelt on May 22. Above: Visitors gather for a look at works on paper and photography produced by Roosevelt artists and special guests. PHOTOS BY ERIC SUCAR staff

  • County Disabilities Office reaches out to veterans

    Returning veterans have a wealth of resources available to them right in Monmouth County. Assistance and referral information about disability benefits, handicap parking, transportation, home health aides and housing can be obtained from the county’s Disabilities Office. “The best way to thank our servicemen and servicewomen, as well as their families, for the sacrifices they…

  • Marine to head Millstone Memorial Day parade

    MILLSTONE — The Millstone Township Veterans Memorial Council has selected U.S. Marine Richard (Blu) Hileman as the grand marshal of the Memorial Day parade. Hileman, of Millstone, was promoted to master gunnery sergeant, the highest enlisted rank in the U.S military, in November 2009, while serving in Helmand Province, Afghanistan, according to the veterans memorial…

  • Family gives back in honor of those who saved daughter’s life

    Wishbows to host Leukemia & Lymphoma Society fundraiser at Laurita Winery on May 21 BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer MILLSTONE — Thanks to Dr. Douglas Cipkala and his staff, Rebecca Wishbow has lived cancer free for three and a half years. The 20-year-old, who was diagnosed with acute myelogenous leukemia (AML) in the fall of…

  • Rescue Ridge fundraiser will help save dogs, cats

    BBQ, Baskets and Beach Ball Bash set for the Headliner BY AMY ROSEN Staff Writer Man’s best friend can be counted on to provide unconditional love, affection and devotion with no strings attached. All he requires in return is some of the above, plus food, exercise and maybe a hearty belly rub now and then.…

  • Park system offers fun in the summer

    Summertime is in bloom and the Monmouth County Park System invites area residents to enjoy all the season has to offer during the following free events: Lacemaking Demonstration, 1-3 p.m. June 5 at Longstreet Farm, Longstreet Road, Holmdel. Explore June Bugs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 5-6 at the Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center,…