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Freehold owners honored for preservation efforts
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer The law office of Manning, Caliendo and Thomson at 8-10 Broad St., Freehold Borough, has received the Freehold Borough Historic Preservation Advisory Commission’s Restoration Award. FREEHOLD — The preservation and restoration of Freehold Borough’s precious stock of historic homes is the mission of the Freehold Borough Historic Preservation Advisory…
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Proposed dormitory use draws residents’ objection
Hearing on yeshiva plan will continue in February in Freehold Borough BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer FREEHOLD — An applicant who wants to establish dormitory living for a yeshiva in a Broad Street building will return before the Land Use Board on Feb. 13. The proposal has drawn the interest of residents, who showed…
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‘Monster’ fundraiser invites attendees to get fit, have fun
Innumerable worthwhile organizations exist to help individuals with cancer, but one in particular — Stomp the Monster — hits home in more ways than one. Conceived by Seth Grumet, a Marlboro resident who was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2010, Stomp the Monster helps people dealing with cancer get through their daily battles by providing…
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Chief commends officers
FREEHOLD — Police Chief Glenn Roberts recently presented six members of the Freehold Borough Police Department with letters of commendation. Patrolman Walter Perski was recognized for catching and arresting three individuals who were accused of passing counterfeit bills in the borough. The incident occurred on Nov.17. Roberts said police were informed that bills believed to…
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Fossils continue tradition of giving
Through the generous support of club sponsors, car show fees and contributions from attendees on cruise nights, the Fossils Car Club of South Jersey was able to donate more than $7,500 to various children’s charities, including Camp Quality, Reindancer Therapeutic Riding Center, Providence House, Special Olympics and 10 other charitable organizations during 2012. Continuing a…
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Shore destinations begin boardwalk restoration
Beachside towns make comeback plans after Sandy’s destruction BY JESSICA D’AMICO & KENNY WALTER Staff Writers Belmar became the first municipality among Jersey Shore towns to break ground on its boardwalk replacement project on Jan. 9. Belmar Mayor Matt Doherty said the project will be complete in time for Memorial Day. JEFF GRANIT staff Whether…
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Speakers split on move that put policemen in schools
Marlboro K-8 school board inks deal with township for temporary protection BY JACK MURTHA Staff Writer After a spirited discussion among community members, the Marlboro K-8 School District Board of Education formally approved a contract with Marlboro Township to place armed police officers in all district schools for 90 days. The action is expected to…
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Sandy Hook open by summer?
Pallone, park employees and nonprofits push for Memorial Day opening BY KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer Top: Signs of storm damage are evident on Officer’s Row at Fort Hancock, where park employees and their families lived until the storm surge created by superstorm Sandy flooded the area with more than 13 feet of water. A recreation…
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Shutzer, Griffiths begin serving three-year terms
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer FREEHOLD — Democrats Sharon Shutzer and Ron Griffiths were sworn in to office and began serving three-years terms when the Borough Council held its annual reorganization meeting on Jan. 6 in Borough Hall. Shutzer has served on the council since 1992. Griffiths is beginning his first term. The two…
