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Life of Dorothy Day to be told on stage
BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer MARLBORO — The story of Dorothy Day, an advocate of peace and social justice on behalf of the poor and homeless, will be brought to life onstage at the chapel of the Sisters of the Good Shepherd, 160 Conover Road, in the Wickatunk section of Marlboro. “Fool for Christ, The…
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Police Dept. confirms house, car burglaries
Areas near Union Hill Road, Manalapan, are targets BY AMY ROSEN Staff Writer The Manalapan Police Department has confirmed that there have been a series of burglaries to homes and vehicles in the township over the past few weeks. The incidents are being investigated by the Manalapan Detective Bureau. Anyone with information about any of…
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Foreign language study eyed for K-3 students
BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer MARLBORO — According to the state of New Jersey, a world language program must be provided for pupils in kindergarten through third grade, administrators of the Marlboro K-8 School District explained to members of the public. Members of the Board of Education heard the administration’s proposed plan for these grades…
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Woman aids the survival of cheetahs
Ronit Kobrinski returns to Africa to continue work BY PATRICIA YOCZIS Correspondent Ronit Kobrinski is running in a race with cheetahs, a race, that is, to ensure the survival of cheetahs as the fastest sprinters in the animal world. Ronit Kobrinski (r) of Colts Neck has spent time working with Dr. Laurie Marker in Namibia,…
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Howell officials report water co. gets rate hike
BY TOYNETT HALL Staff Writer HOWELL — Township residents who receive their water service from the New Jersey-American Water Company will see an increase in the amount of their water bill in December. Township Manager Helene Schlegel said a settlement regarding an increase in rates for the company has been reached between the New Jersey-American…
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Samaritan Center reaches out with call for donations
Agency works to help feed hungry people in 4 towns BY MARK ROSMAN Staff Writer MANALAPAN — The 2008 holiday season will not be an easy one for many people. With the economy struggling through a difficult time, more people in this area are turning to the Samaritan Center to help them put food on…
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Arts grants available for programs and projects
The New Jersey State Council on the Arts has arts grants available for the fiscal year 2010. Through its Organizational Grant Program, the council assists eligible organizations in serving the people of New Jersey through arts programs and projects. The council has general operating support grants available for New Jersey-based, nonprofit organizations with art missions.…
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Friends & family rally for Marlboro resident
Ken Majonis, 31, was left a paraplegic after Sept. dirt bike accident BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer MARLBORO — The Majonis family had a lot to be thankful for on Thanksgiving. Carol Majonis said the family is extremely thankful for the support and encouragement that has been received from their friends and family members after…
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F.&A.M. lodge planning holiday brunch Dec. 20
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer FREEHOLD — The holidays will be a bit more cheerful for some needy children in Freehold Borough as a result of the enthusiasm and hard work of the Free and Accepted Masons of the Olive Branch Lodge No. 16. The lodge, which has its headquarters on Dutch Lane Road,…
