Category: HUB Opinion
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Robert “Bob” G. Elliot
Robert “Bob” G. Elliot Mr. Elliot of Red Bank, died May 2, 2008, at home, following a lengthy struggle with Parkinson’s disease. He was a colonel with the U.S. Air Force Reserves, Roslyn, N.Y., and the Pentagon, retiring after 31 years. Prior to that, he was employed at Booz Allen, AT&T, and Lucent Technologies. He…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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Coda
Throng of readers responds to Sears service challenge GREG BEAN Some days I come to work, click on my computer, and I can actually feel The Force flowing into me from my keyboard. Gregory Bean is executive editor of Greater Media Newspapers. You can reach him at [email protected]. That’s the way it’s been for more…
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We’ve been there
Familiar places and local landmarks are waiting to be revisited in an art exhibit of watercolor paintings by local artist Linné Grant. “Places We All Have Been” will run through May 10 at the Monmouth Beach Cultural Center at 128 Ocean Ave.A “Dixie Lee Bakery” reception with the artist will be held on Saturday from…
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Red State/Blue State
For some, it’s down to the lesser of two weasels DAVE SIMPSON & GREG BEAN A political discussion between Red State conservative Dave Simpson – a former reporter, editor, publisher and columnist – and Greg Bean, Blue Stater and executive editor of GreaterMedia Newspapers. Let us know what you think. Dear Greg: I hate to…
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N.J.Watercolor Society All-Member Show
“Historic Dey Farm” by Robert E. Heyer The New JerseyWatercolor Society is holding its 2008 Annual All-Member Show May 3-28 at the Guild of CreativeArt, 620 Broad St., Shrewsbury. The NJWCS was formed in 1938, and members are professional artist who produce watercolors of exceptional quality. The opening reception is Saturday, May 17, 4-6 p.m.…
