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Eisenhower programbrings reading lessonsto Freehold Head Start By linda denicolaStaff Writer Eisenhower program brings reading lessons to Freehold Head Start By linda denicola Staff Writer In a program that brings students from the Eisenhower Middle School, Freehold Township, to Freehold Borough to read to preschool pupils, Samantha Tramontano, 13, shares a book with Emily Briguez,…

The Manalapan High School coaching staff reacts to Scott Beckerman’s victory by pin over Jackson’s Joe Eurell in the 125-pound bout at Saturday’s Shore Conference Tournament wrestling finals. Beckerman (inset, top) and the Braves beat the top-seeded Jaguars, 34-31, to win the school’s first SCT crown since 1982. For more, see Sports.

By dave benjaminStaff Writer Board OK with expanded use of gas storage facility By dave benjamin Staff Writer MANALAPAN — A firm which manufactures gases and chemicals has received approval from the Planning Board to expand the number of different kinds of gas products which are stored and distributed from its township depot. "Air Products…

Governing bodysticking with NYCfirm to proceed withmarketing strategy By jeanette M. ENgStaff Writer Governing body sticking with NYC firm to proceed with marketing strategy By jeanette M. ENg Staff Writer The Marlboro Township Council has taken the next step in its plan to pursue the purchase of the Marlboro State Psychiatric Hospital property from the…

MANALAPAN — When debt service savings are created by lower available interest rates on municipal bonds, towns can save money by refinancing their outstanding debt. Such was the case in Manalapan recently. "The township felt it could take advantage of the lower rates and refinance these bonds with the Monmouth County Improvement Authority (MCIA)," said…

Coming weeks will see administrators pare down initial requests By dave benjaminStaff Writer By dave benjamin Staff Writer Looking at plans for the Freehold Regional High School District’s 2003-04 budget, Superintendent of Schools James Wasser said the picture doesn’t look too bright in terms of getting additional money to do the kinds of things the…

By dave benjaminStaff Writer Reports aim to inform residents By dave benjamin Staff Writer MANALAPAN — In an effort to keep residents informed about the actions of various municipal committees and commissions, a new item, Township Committee liaison reports, has been added to the governing body’s meeting agenda. Mayor Drew Shapiro said one of his…

Freehold art exhibitionTeenager By clare MARie celanoStaff Writer Freehold art exhibition Teenager’s painting of Springsteen brings note of thanks from singer By clare MARie celano Staff Writer FARRAH MAFFAI Michael Antrim, 15, won best in show at an art exhibition held at the Freehold Public Library for his charcoal drawing of Bruce Springsteen. In what…

By clare MARie celanoStaff Writer Connecting industry is goal for independent producer By clare MARie celano Staff Writer George Taglianetti What New Jersey resident wouldn’t want to see the landscapes and scenery of their fair state on the silver screen? How about sandy beaches, ocean sunrises, beautiful seashore cottages and stately mansions that line the…