Category: HUB Opinion
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Alderico Foschi
Mr. Foschi, 86, formerly of Philadelphia, diedMay 19, 2008, in Shrewsbury. He was a retired employee of the federal government in Philadelphia. He is survived by a sister and brother-in-law, Lida and Anthony Del Vecchio of Shrewsbury; a nephew; and two nieces. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St. James Roman Catholic Church,…
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Myra Ann Francy
Mrs. Francy, 85, of Cheshire, Conn., died May 20, 2008, in Cheshire. She resided in Matawan for 40 years and in Red Bank prior to relocating to Cheshire in 2007. She was a retired assistant stockbroker at Isley, King, LaBare and Stout. She was predeceased by a sister, Margaret O’Donnell. Mrs. Francy is survived by…
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John H. Nicholson
Mr. Nicholson, 84, of the Cliffwood Beach section of Old Bridge, died May 24, 2008, at RiverviewMedical Center, Red Bank. He was a retired truck driver with Teamsters Local 469, Hazlet, and a ready-mix driver at Colonial Sand and Stone Co. for 14 years. Following retirement, Mr. Nicholson was a custodian for the Matawan Board…
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Paul W. Kenworthy Sr.
Mr. Kenworthy, 96, of Howell and formerly of Oceanport and Colts Neck, died May 11, 2008, at his home. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Mr. Kenworthy was the owner and trainer of thoroughbred horses, retiring 35 years ago. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Marie; a son…
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Fort Monmouth is still needed
I t is a shame that they are letting Fort Monmouth go. It is unfair to make New Jersey suffer, with all the people that need the fort. A lot of retired military are living in Monmouth County that need medical, commissary, craft center and other services offered by Fort Monmouth. Lots of men need…
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Virginia E. Phillips
Mrs. Phillips, 92, formerly of Shrewsbury, diedMay 12, 2008, in Loris, S.C., following a brief illness. She had resided in Red Bank and Shrewsbury for several years. She was employed at Bamberger’s department store, Eatontown, retiring in 1987. She was predeceased by her husband, Jack; a son, Jack; two sisters, Angela Van der Pyle and…
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Views will still be present from new Highlands bridge
I n the debate over replacing the Highlands-Sea Bright bridge, I haven’t seen any discussion (I might just have missed it) about a fixed span being more energy-efficient than a drawbridge. I think NJ DOT says they prefer fixed spans for their lower operation and maintenance costs. But it seems to me that a big…
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Owners warned to keep pets safe from thieves
Members of the Domestic Companion Animal Council have seen an alarming rise in dog thefts in recent months and warn pet owners to be vigilant. In the first three months of 2008, the American Kennel Club has tracked more than 30 thefts from news and customer reports, versus only 10 for all of 2007. Media…
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T.F. agrees to cut regional school budget by $190K
Proposed cut of $155K increased by Eatontown BY JENNA O’DONNELL Staff Writer TINTON FALLS – The Borough Council approved a $190,000 reduction to the Monmouth Regional High School budget after hearing from district Superintendent James Cleary that it would not force the school to cut programs for students. Council members voiced concerns to Cleary about…
