Category: Examiner Opinion

  • Facts on founding of Millstone Township Little League disputed

    At the July 16 Millstone Township Committee meeting, discussions were held in regard to honoring Charles Abate for his contributions to Millstone Township, including the township Little League. Donald Powell and James Kronenthal stated that Mr. Abate started the township Little League. This is an incorrect statement. The intent of this letter is to set…

  • Obituaries

    Frances Presti Obituaries Frances Presti Frances Presti, 36, of Neptune died Oct. 29 at Jersey Shore Medical Center, Neptune. Born in Hazlet, she resided there prior to moving to Neptune two years ago. She held a master’s degree. She was a member the Bayshore Women’s Softball League for many years. She was predeceased by her…

  • Items to be considered for future Millstone School District referendum may include the following alterations, additions and new construction

    Items to be considered for future Millstone School District referendum may include the following alterations, additions and new construction: Proposed alterations to the present elementary school: • Renovate 6 classrooms • Increase size of rooms by 200 sq. ft. • Add bathrooms • Add telephone communication to all classrooms • Bring video to each classroom…

  • Millstone shouldn’t divide between new, old

    I am writing in response to an ad that was taken out by a "20 year resident" of Millstone. Although I respect the views and opinions of my neighbors in regard to the recent election, I was infuriated and insulted by the undertones of her ad. I guess it is because I would consider myself…

  • Director gives tips to avoid collisions with animals

    Autumn is a peak time for vehicle collisions with wild animals, resulting in driver and passenger injuries, property damage, and fatal injuries for millions of animals nationwide. The Humane Society of the United States offers the following advice to keep you and your fellow travelers safe this season: • Dwindling daylight hours mean more cars…

  • Board weighs options for new school referendum

    School officials consider eliminating plans for transportation facility BY JENNIFER DOMEStaff Writer BY JENNIFER DOME Staff Writer MILLSTONE — After hearing from residents at a special meeting about the failed school construction referendum, the Board of Education got to work on a new plan Monday. Setaro told board members that he needed them to focus…

  • Food Stamps is a vital safety net program

    By now, I hope you have seen the advertising campaign that the Department of Human Services initiated this summer to promote participation in the Food Stamp Program. "Everyday people use food stamps every day," is the slogan, and I believe this is a vital message for us to deliver. For too long, too many people…

  • Farmland preservation is a wise investment for Millstone Township

    Farmland Preservation and land purchase is the best dollar-for-dollar use of state, county and municipal tax money. Buying a farmer’s development rights works this way: The landowner "voluntarily" asks to be considered for the program. Two independent appraisals are done on the property. These are the figures the negotiations are based on. The landowner is…