Category: HUB Opinion

  • Veterans stepped up to preserve Doughboy statue

    The transfer of the military monument from the Route 36 Highlands Bridge to the grounds of the local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) was both a solemn and heartfelt occasion. While the N.J. Department of Transportation (NJDOT) has recklessly destroyed what records indicate was a portion of a National Historic Landmark known as the Lighthouse…

  • EMS Week reminds public of need for EMS volunteers

    The approach of national EMS Week (May 18-24) provides a timely opportunity to remind the public of the need for EMS volunteers. Everyday illnesses, New Jersey’s aging population and congested roads tax our already-overstretched emergency healthcare system, and the demand for frontline responders will only increase. Now consider the nationwide shortage of EMS responders –…

  • Tinton Falls mayor urged to revisit library issue

    I’m writing to express concern over recent consideration being given by the Borough Council concerning construction of a new Tinton Falls library and to urge the mayor and council to reject such an undertaking. The April 10 issue of The Hub featured an article titled “Tinton Falls Considers Design for New Library.” The article stated…

  • Set up prevention strategies during prom, grad. season

    Well, it is that time of year again … spring is in the air and we are all counting down the days ’til summer break. For many parents, this is also the time of year when our children are planning proms and graduation parties. Prevention First wants to remind you to make this a safe…

  • It’s up to the voters to change the status quo

    Well, the good news fromWashington continues to roll out for working men and women in the United States. First, the cost of living has continued to skyrocket as gasoline prices soar to records that were virtually unimaginable just a few years ago. Most people fail to realize that the cost of gas is not simply…

  • Cabaret for Life to present ‘The Main Event’

    Cabaret for Life [CFL], a local nonprofit that raises funds for cancer and HIV/AIDS charities,will present “TheMain Event,” an original revue featuring two dozen songs fromgreat Hollywoodmovies performed by a cast of local singers. The revuewill take place at The Barclay, FifthAvenue in Belmar, on Friday,May 23, and Saturday, May 24, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets…

  • Rude awakeniing

    Cars were dropped from a crane to simulate a crash at 65 mph as part of the “Rude Awakening” program held April 30 at the Marine Academy of Science and Technology on Sandy Hook. The program is designed to teach high school students about the dangers of drunken driving and provide them with the tools…

  • Local schools’ arts programs recognized

    The Monmouth County Arts Council will hold its 2008 Art in Education Showcase and Awards Presentation at the Middletown Art Center, Thursday, May 15, 6-9 p.m. The annual awards program recognizes creative arts programming, talented faculty and arts infused schools in Monmouth County. One focus of the awards will be the 20 schools that have…

  • Your Turn

    Red Bank centennial will reflect on the past, present and future PASQUALE MENNA Guest Column This year commemorates the centennial of our designation as a borough and the establishment of our municipal identity. Events have been planned for 2008 and culminating in March 2009. A citizens’ committee has been busy planning the commemoration, for which…