Category: Independent News
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Davey and Dronne will lead Holmdel
Staff Writer By darlene diebold Art Davey HOLMDEL — It came as no surprise at Monday’s reorganization meeting that the five-member committee elected Republican Art Davey mayor for a second consecutive year and Russell Dronne, also a Republican, as deputy mayor. The vote was 3-2 with newly sworn-in members Serena DiMaso and Terence Wall dissenting.…
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Mid’town reorganization a look at past and future Parkinson plans full-time mayor’s office, more neighborhood meetings
Staff Writer By elaine van develde Mid’town reorganization a look at past and future Parkinson plans full-time mayor’s office, more neighborhood meetings MIDDLETOWN — The township’s organization ceremony Sunday at the township courtroom brought with it some 60 years of combined governing body experience. Some of that experience sorted out in new positions and places.…
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Pair of ex-township mayors administered oath in Hazlet Governing body now split 3-2, with Dems still in control
Staff Writer By ELAINE VAN DEVELDE Pair of ex-township mayors administered oath in Hazlet Governing body now split 3-2, with Dems still in control HAZLET — Officials in the township rang in the new year with a noon reorganization ceremony at the James J. Cullen Center on Union Avenue and a little extra elected political…
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Borough officials deem tax sale successful $400K recovered in taxes and services on Victoria House
Staff Writer By alison granito Borough officials deem tax sale successful $400K recovered in taxes and services on Victoria House MATAWAN — Borough officials said that the decision to hold an accelerated tax sale for 2001 will likely pay off, allowing the residents and businesses in the borough to avoid the significant tax rate increase…
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Borough cracks time capsule at meeting Police, fire and first aid responders named Citizens of the Year
Staff Writer By alison granito Borough cracks time capsule at meeting Police, fire and first aid responders named Citizens of the Year MATAWAN — To kick off the new year, borough and school district officials opened up a time capsule found in the cornerstone of the old Matawan High School during last week’s reorganization meeting.…
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Twin towers replica offers solace for many
Staff Writer By elaine van develde Twin towers replica offers solace for many JERRY WOLKOWITZ A re-creation of the twin towers stands on the grounds of Tinton Falls Fire Company No. 1 at the corner of Tinton and Sycamore avenues. Many people visit the model, bringing flowers, cards and messages. TINTON FALLS — Emotionally taunted…
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Mediator to start month-long probe Will meet with schools chief tomorrow
Staff Writer By alison granito Mediator to start month-long probe Will meet with schools chief tomorrow The mediator appointed by the court to oversee contract negotiations between the Middletown Township Education Association (MTEA) and the Middletown Board of Education is set to begin a month-long investigation this week into the factors contributing to labor unrest…
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Women’s ranks are on the rise at police departments in region
Staff Writer By jennifer dome JERRY WOLKOWITZ Middletown police officers (l-r) Kimberly Best, Patricia Colangelo and Detective Kelly Godley review notes from a recent case at headquarters. You see them on television. Their hair is tied back into neat braids or ponytails, their makeup is minimal and their attitude is notably determined and hard. And…
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Keyport-built Baykeeper on display at boat show Wooden patrol boat was built at Hans Pedersen and Sons boatyard
Staff Writer By darlene diebold Keyport-built Baykeeper on display at boat show Wooden patrol boat was built at Hans Pedersen and Sons boatyard The Baykeeper is seen here at the Hans Pedersen and Sons boatyard in Keyport, where it was built. Sometimes little-known organizations get a lucky break and are given an opportunity to get…
