Category: Independent News

  • Borough attorney gave donation, got contract

    Because contribution was made before Jan. 1, it didn’t violate pay-to-play BY TOM CAIAZZA Staff Writer BY TOM CAIAZZAStaff Writer MATAWAN – According to reports from the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission (ELEC), Borough Attorney Pasquale Menna made a $500 contribution to the Democrats for a Better Matawan, a joint candidate election fund that…

  • Report: County HAZMAT unit meets federal standards

    FREEHOLD – The Monmouth County Health Department’s hazardous materials response system received high marks in a report by the New Jersey State Police HAZMAT audit team. The report states that the Monmouth County Hazardous Materials Unit, organized under the Health Department, meets the standards established by the Department of Homeland Security for a Type 1…

  • MTEF grants provide boost for class projects

    BY DAN NEWMAN Staff Writer BY DAN NEWMANStaff Writer MIDDLETOWN – Over the last 21 years, the Middletown Township Education Foundation (MTEF) has awarded over $700,000 to teachers in the district who want to enhance and complement their curriculums. Last month, four educators were awarded grants, giving them the opportunity to do the same. Amy…

  • Event changes tradition of prom after-parties

    BY DAN NEWMAN Staff Writer BY DAN NEWMANStaff Writer MIDDLETOWN – For many high school seniors, the prom used to be one last chance to party with friends. In recent years, though, the type of that party has changed. Now, there is a way for seniors to extend their prom night festivities in a way…

  • Museums open for season

    The Monmouth County Historical Association’s four 18th century historic house museums have opened for the season and will remain open through September. Open hours are Thursday, Friday and Saturday, from 1-4 p.m. Admission is free, although a donation is appreciated. The public is invited to tour these sites that reflect life as it was 250…

  • Father aims to join daughter on council

    Three Democrats vying for two spots on ballot in fall BY TOM CAIAZZA Staff Writer BY TOM CAIAZZAStaff Writer “If Mr. Mullaney wants to pull a rabbit out of his hat and do some mudslinging, that’s his prerogative.” – Neil Mendelsohn MATAWAN – The race for the Democratic nomination for Borough Council is swiftly concluding,…

  • In the Service

    Army Pfc. Timothy M. Smith has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, Smith studied the Army mission, history, tradition and other areas. A 2005 graduate of Goose Creek (S.C.) High School, he is the grandson of Mary Stoeckel, Hazlet. Air Force Airman John B. Zeller…

  • Photo

    staff CHRIS KELLY Patriotism was evident as the Keyport Senior Citizen Association bus drove along the parade route on May 28 during the Keyport Memorial Day Parade.

  • Plaque honors soldiers killed in line of duty

    Tribute to 32 Middletown natives unveiled in ceremony at H.S. North BY DAN NEWMAN Staff Writer BY DAN NEWMANStaff Writer PHOTOS BY SCOTT PILLING staff Above, Frank Webber and Emma Elberfeld hold the American flag during the memorial service at Middletown High School North. At right, Don Davison proudly holds a flag during the service.…