Category: Independent Opinion
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Resident says Becnel should practice what he preaches
I am appalled at Sid Becnel’s response to Katherine Williams’ Oct. 4 letter. Anyone who has a mother or grandmother fortunate enough to have lived past the age of 80 knows the joy they have recalling the years when they were able to be more active and had their loved ones with them. We should…
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Fink says Speranza letter misstates his positions
A recent letter to the editor from Joseph Speranza (Independent, Oct. 25) grossly misstates my positions and distorts the facts. This is where I stand: I am committed to saving Holmdel tax dollars by stopping overdevelopment. I have worked to secure significant grants for preserving open space, which is the key to maintaining our quality…
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Construction in township schools spurs complaints Thompson students claim no imposition on education
Staff Writer By elaine van develde Construction in township schools spurs complaints Thompson students claim no imposition on education MIDDLETOWN — Thorne Middle School teachers hurled construction-related health hazards and noise complaints at the Board of Education last week, while Thompson Middle School students said things are not so grim. At last week’s board meeting,…
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HALF-TIME HONORS —
The 2000 inductees to the Matawan Regional High School Hall of Fame were honored during a halftime ceremony at Saturday’s football game between Matawan and Central Regional. The inductees (l-r) are Francis Adler, Dr. John Ayanian, Dean Brenner, Robert Shea, Joan Vas and Dr. Wille Kiah Hill. JEFF HUNTLEY
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Cambridge Drive plan back on board agenda
The proposed Cambridge Drive Housing Develop-ment in Aberdeen is back before the Zoning Board and scheduled to be presented at a public hearing on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at the Aberdeen Township municipal building. On the surface, this may appear to be an issue only for those who live on or around Cambridge Drive.…
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Liu wins freeholder’s endorsement for town committee
Jun-Min Liu, of 8 Kathy Court, Holmdel, is a candidate for election to the Township Committee of Holmdel. As a freeholder in the county of Monmouth, I have had the pleasure to know Jun-Min Liu and to know of his background and dedication to Holmdel. He presently serves as a member of the Holmdel Board…
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Holmdel’s future will be better off in Fink’s hands
When you cut through the campaign rhetoric and puffery surrounding the race for the single Holmdel Township Committee seat this year, it becomes obvious that Larry Fink is more qualified than his opponent, Jun-Min Liu, to address the problems and issues facing Holmdel because of his background, experience with and in municipal government, accomplishments, and…
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Environmental commission vice chairwoman endorses Fink
I would like to explain why I think it is essential to vote for Larry Fink for Holmdel Township Committee Nov. 7. Holmdel has allowed the construction of increasing numbers of homes in neighborhoods on and adjacent to Route 35. After these homes were sold, Committeeman Terence Wall (major supporter of candidate Jun-Min Liu) and…
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Republicans’ policies should not persist in Holmdel
Like many residents, we chose Holmdel for its uncongested, pastoral setting; historic charm; top-ranked schools; and comfortable commute to New York. Sadly, however, those defining qualities are under siege, thanks substantially to the ill-conceived, ratable chasing, pro-development policies of the past two decades. The consequences of this failed policy include a 45 percent increase in…
