Category: HUB News
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Oceanport officials react to gaming industry report
Four recommendations made for future of Monmouth Park BY KENNY WALTER Staff Writer Opinion was divided last week among Oceanport officials about the impact of a state commission report on the future of Monmouth Park racetrack. The Hanson Report recommends adding harness racing at Monmouth Park racetrack in Oceanport. The Hanson Report, released July 21…
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‘In My Life’ showcases artwork by John Lennon
Exhibit in Long Branch commemorates Beatle’s 70th year BY ANDREW DAVISON Staff Writer An exhibit showcasing John Lennon’s lesserknown talent for visual art, titled “In My Life,” will be displayed at Pier Village in Long Branch the weekend of July 30-Aug. 1. “Imagine” ESTATE OF JOHN LENNON/BAG ONE ARTS According to Legacy Productions, “In My…
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Coastal Monmouth Plan outlines blueprint for region’s future
Plan topics: Transit, housing, economy and environment BY KENNY WALTER Staff Writer The Monmouth County Planning Board’s Coastal Monmouth Plan looks to create a year-round focus for the coastal region. “The vision is to revitalize communities and focus on year-round activity for the Shore,” said Marcia Shiffman, of Maser Consulting, who delivered a presentation on…
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Red Bank shuts offices to close budget gap
Three-day closure aims to save $90K BY JACQUELINE HLAVENKA Staff Writer RED BANK — The second of three mandatory government shutdown days took place Friday, July 23, as implemented under the borough’s amended $19.22 million spending plan. The Red Bank Borough Council unanimously passed the 2010 budget at a special public meeting June 18, which…
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Construction to begin on affordable housing project
Cedar Crossing will provide 36 affordable units BY JACQUELINE HLAVENKA Staff Writer RED BANK — A groundbreaking ceremony for the Cedar Crossing affordable housing project on the east side of the borough is imminent, borough officials said July 12. The Red Bank Borough Council approved an ordinance transferring 1.9 acres of land to the Red…
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Cell tower application already drawing fire
Variance sought to erect tower on church property BY KENNY WALTER Staff Writer TINTON FALLS — For the first time since 2007, the borough Zoning Board of Adjustment will hear an application for a proposed cell phone tower, an application that already has garnered a swell of opposition. The testimony for the use variance that…
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Oyster program may find new home
Shrewsbury River among sites being considered by Baykeeper BY JACQUELINE HLAVENKA Staff Writer KEYPORT — The NY/NJ Baykeeper is investigating alternative locations for an oyster restoration project after complying with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) order to remove a research related shellfish reef from Raritan Bay. The Baykeeper, which works to protect…
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Sailing superstar will lecture at Twin Lights
After 15 agonizing years, the Americas Cup finally returned to U.S. hands last February as the 90-foot BMW Oracle Racing trim ran bested Switzerland’s Alight V in the waters off Valencia, Spain. The inside story behind this spectacular victory will be among the topics covered by sailing superstar Gary Jobson in his Oct. 3 presentation,…
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A promise made; a promise kept
Theater company will produce shows to benefit charities BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer MILLSTONE — Two weeks before her younger brother Larry died from melanoma, Laurie Edwards promised him she would do something really good with her life. Edwards wanted to make a difference in honor of her brother. She wanted to work on a…
