Category: Independent Opinion
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It’s time for Mid’twn to televise town meetings
We live in a time when we are often too busy or simply unable to attend our own local government meetings. Given the current financial crisis, it is more critical than ever to be aware of what our elected officials are doing with the responsibility entrusted to them. As a concerned resident, I feel it…
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Affordable housing is region’s most pressing concern
As executive director of the only shelter for homeless families in Monmouth County, I see families struggle every day to find affordable housing in Monmouth County, and now Gov. Chris Christie wants to reduce the state’s affordable housing trust fund by $30 million. If this happens, there will be no money to build or rehabilitate…
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Nils Matthew Thompson
Mr. Thompson, 52, of Barnegat, died June 11, 2010, at Barnegat Health and Rehabilitation, Barnegat. He was predeceased by his son, Army Pfc. Nils Thompson, who lost his life in the Iraq War on Aug. 3, 2005. Surviving are his parents, Clifford F. and Mary Elizabeth Thompson; a daughter, Lillian Thompson of Confluence, Pa.; his…
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Margaret (Shepherd) Booket
Mrs. Booket, 91, of Matawan, died June 14, 2010, at home. She had resided in Keyport before moving to Aberdeen in 1938 and then to Matawan three years ago. Mrs. Booket worked as a production supervisor with Salmon Paper Box, Matawan, for 30 years, retiring in 1989. She was a communicant of St. Joseph Catholic…
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Ann M. Brewer
Mrs. Brewer, 80, formerly of Old Bridge, died June 14, 2010, at Bayshore Health Care Center, Holmdel. She was born in Red Bank and worked as a clerk with Carter Drug Store, Matawan, for four years. Mrs. Brewer was a member of the Eastern Star, Matawan. She was predeceased by her husband, Daniel Brewer, in…
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J. Joseph Clifton Jr.
Mr. Clifton, 40, a lifelong resident of Matawan, died June 15, 2010, at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. He worked for the past 10 years as a mason with Mandini Brothers, Holmdel. Mr. Clifton was an associate member of the Washington Engine Fire Department, Matawan. He is survived by his wife, Colleen Tighe; a…
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Lois V. Cordasco
Mrs. Cordasco, of Manchester, died June 21, 2010, at Kimball Medical Center, Lakewood. She was a member of Ocean Christian Community Church in Toms River. Mrs. Cordasco was predeceased by her husband, Richard A Cordasco Sr., in 2005. Surviving are her sisters, Dolores and Daisy, of Middletown and New York; a son, Richard A. Cordasco…
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Raritan H.S. grads
Clockwise from top: Jessica Gentile can’t contain her excitement during the Raritan High School commencement ceremony on June 23 at the high school. Graduates listen to the proceedings during the start of the commencement. Two grads strike a celebratory pose. Joe Monteleone listens to the proceedings. Frank Stabile fixes his tassel as he waits to…
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on campus
Christina Cecero, of Middletown, was among 1,604 students who received undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates of advanced study from the College of St. Rose in Albany, N.Y. Cecero received a Master of Science in education. Kristie Eshelman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Eshelman of Middletown, has been named to the dean’s list for…
