Category: Independent News

  • Shore culture is focus of exhibit

    FREEHOLD — Explore aspects of shore culture that developed in Monmouth County at the Monmouth County Historical Association’s “By the Sea” exhibit at the main museum and library in Freehold Borough. The exhibition features a boardwalk showcasing an early wicker boardwalk cart from Asbury Park and a variety of period costumes. Other items on display…

  • Artwork reflects special successes

    In Mat-Ab district, Special Education Week is a celebration BY ERIN O. STATTEL Staff Writer An exhibit of artwork by students in the Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District’s special education classes is on display at the municipal building in Aberdeen. ABERDEEN — A colorful feast for the eyes awaits all who stroll through town hall for…

  • Finding a path toward a future vision

    BY ERIN O. STATTEL Staff Writer HOLMDEL — When different interests are involved in large-scale change, reaching common ground on what direction to go in can be challenging work. But according to Clinton Andrews, of the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers University, reaching a consensus doesn’t have to be…

  • ’90 and Looking Forward’

    How often can you visit a gallery exhibit and celebrate a 90th birthday at the same time? The opportunity presents itself at the Gallery on Grant in Deal Park where an exhibit of mixed media work by Elberon artist ClaraGee Stamaty is on view. PAUL NEWLAND ClaraGee Stamaty “90 and Looking Forward,” the work of…

  • Honoring our veterans

    Middletown Township Mayor Pamela M. Brightbill and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2179 Cmdr. Bill Travis with a proclamation naming May as Buddy Poppy Month in Middletown to support the annual sale of Buddy Poppies. The poppies are assembled by disabled veterans, and the proceeds are used for the benefit of veterans who are disabled…

  • Hazlet woman sentenced on murder charges

    AHazlet woman was sentenced to a 45- year state prison term May 15 in connection with the murder of an Asbury Park man. Angela Pizzarelli, 27, of Hazlet, was sentenced for her role in the Dec. 31, 2005, shooting death of Saahron Jones, who was 27 at the time of his death. The sentence followed…

  • Photo

    ERIC SUCAR staff A Matawan Regional High School student walks the runway May 13 during a fashion show showcasing student designs based on the Barbie doll, which marks its 50th anniversary this year. More photos on page 39 and at gmnews.com.

  • NOTES

    St. Ann School PTA, Keansburg, will hold “A Night in Vegas” gift auction May 21 at the Lakeside Manor, Route 36, Hazlet. Doors will open 5:30 p.m., dinner is 7 p.m., and the basket drawings are at 8 p.m. Admission is $40 and includes dinner; a pre-sale value pack is $35 (valued at $45) if…

  • Holmdel Twp. trims rejected school budget

    Committee cuts $800K in salaries, benefits BY ERIN O. STATTEL Staff Writer The Holmdel Township Committee unanimously approved the reduction of more than $800,000 from the defeated school district 2009-10 budget at a special meeting held Monday evening. The $47.4 million tax levy called for by the Holmdel Township Public School District’s 2009-10 spending plan…