Category: Independent Opinion

  • John Deren Sr.

    Mr. Deren, 90, of Sayreville, died Dec. 4, 2007, at Raritan Bay Medical Center, Old Bridge. Born in Sayreville, he was a lifelong resident. He was a retired maintenance supervisor at Hercules Inc., Parlin, where he was employed 40 years, and a member of the Hercules 10- and 25-Year Clubs. He served as a 1st…

  • Matawan lighting, Santa’s arrival a big success

    Ifirst want to thank everyone who helped to make the tree lighting and Santa arriving in town a success. With support from local vendors such as Abbate Bakery, Dunkin’ Donuts and Starbucks, we were able to have a hot drink and a delicious snack. With the work of the Matawan First Aid Squad and fire…

  • Jean V. Longo

    Mrs. Longo, 78, of Middletown, died Nov. 9, 2007, at Gateway Care Center, Eatontown. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., she resided there, Staten Island, N.Y., and Red Bank, prior to relocating to Middletown. She was an executive secretary at Lehman Brothers, New York City, for 20 years, retiring in 1994. She enjoyed cooking Italian food. She…

  • Red State/Blue State

    Nobel winners sample some wine and cheese with Bush 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 Greater Media Newspapers. Let us know what you think. Dear Greg: Did you notice how magnanimous Our President was…

  • Blanche Rita Coyle Acerra

    Mrs. Acerra, 79, of Long Branch, died Nov. 13, 2007, at home. Born in Jersey City, she resided in Union prior to relocating to Long Branch. She was a cosmetician at West End Family Pharmacy, West End section of Long Branch for 26 years, retiring in 2006. Prior to that, she was a cosmetician at…

  • Are We There Yet?

    Risking it all for a few really good bargains LORI CLINCH I’m not one to toot my own horn. Yet, you should know that I’m quite the Christmas shopper. I clip coupons with a fury, research the items on my list, buy the best stuff for the cheapest prices, and have been known to be…

  • George F. Tallmadge Jr.

    Mr. Tallmadge, 57, of Keyport, died Nov. 13, 2007, in Hazlet. Born in Bayonne, he resided there prior to relocating to Keyport five years ago. He was a gas station attendant at Quick Chek, Hazlet. He served with the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War, and was aboard the USS Forrestal when the ship caught…

  • Holmdel mayor, chairman thank residents

    We wanted to take a moment to thank you for your confidence in re-electing our mayor. We are delighted you have agreed with continuing the success of the Republican administration, and we promise to maintain the quality of life to which you have grown accustomed. We would also like to thank all those who helped…

  • Patricia Cejner

    Mrs. Cejner, 63, of Long Branch, died Nov. 14, 2007, at Chapin Hill Care Center, Red Bank. Born in Sayreville, she resided there prior to relocating to Long Branch four years ago. She was predeceased by her father, Alex Macko; and a brother, William W. Macko. She is survived by three daughters and a son-in-law,…