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Bomb threat at courthouse has officers in search mode
By clare MARie celanoStaff Writer Bomb threat at courthouse has officers in search mode By clare MARie celano Staff Writer FREEHOLD — Yes, it even happens in Freehold — bomb threats. Since the tragic events of Sept. 11, what once made the general public duly concerned can now make people frantic. An incident that may…
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Medical mission brings help to China’s children
Operation Smile teamrepairs 194 cleft palatesduring four-day blitz By linda denicolaStaff Writer Medical mission brings help to China’s children Operation Smile team repairs 194 cleft palates during four-day blitz By linda denicola Staff Writer Kathy Rubin of Freehold Township is a nurse with Operation Smile, an organization that provides surgery for children with facial deformities.…
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Roth to chair Planning Board
By dave benjaminStaff Writer By dave benjamin Staff Writer MANALAPAN — Michelle Roth has been elected by her fellow Planning Board members to chair the panel in 2003. Roth, who previously served as vice chairwoman, was elected by an 11-0 vote when the board reorganized for the new year. She has been a member of…
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Pop Warner planning move to town’s new Opatut Park
League is raising fundsto build scoreboardand concession stands By linda denicolaStaff Writer Pop Warner planning move to town’s new Opatut Park League is raising funds to build scoreboard and concession stands By linda denicola Staff Writer FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP — The Greater Freehold Area Pop Warner youth football organization wants a permanent home, but its members…
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Watershed-friendly management guide available
A guide is available to help residents of Monmouth, Middlesex and Ocean counties improve and maintain water quality, protect streams and waterways, enhance wildlife habitats and improve the environment. The Watershed Friendly Property Management Guide includes information on water conservation; water-saving tips for home, lawn and garden; avoiding mosquitoes and ticks; the benefits of native…
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Veteran officers promoted in Manalapan department
Five new patrolmenhired as police rostergrows to 62 officers By dave benjaminStaff Writer Five new patrolmen hired as police roster grows to 62 officers By dave benjamin Staff Writer MANALAPAN — Four township police officers were promoted during a recent ceremony at the municipal building. "These promotions are somewhat overdue," said Police Chief John G.…
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Quality-of-life team seen as top ’02 achievement
By clare MARie celanoStaff Writer Quality-of-life team seen as top ’02 achievement By clare MARie celano Staff Writer FREEHOLD — Borough officials say the town had a very good year as they reflect on the accomplishments of 2002 and look ahead to the events shaping the coming year. Mayor Michael Wilson said he was glad…
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Councilwoman excited about term as president
Ellen Karcher wantsgoverning body to takelong view of development By jeanette M. engStaff Writer Ellen Karcher wants governing body to take long view of development By jeanette M. eng Staff Writer VERONICA YANKOWSKI Marlboro Councilwoman Ellen Karcher, who will serve as president of the Township Council in 2003, stands in front of a picture of…
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Law could provide option to appeal zoning decisions
By jeanette M. engStaff Writer By jeanette M. eng Staff Writer MARLBORO — The members of the Township Council have wasted no time in trying to make sure their "powers are not usurped," as Councilwoman Mary Singer said at a Jan. 9 meeting. Singer was reacting to a Jan. 2 decision by members of the…
