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Officials eye local tract for solar site
BY REBECCAMORTON MARLBORO — Municipal officials are moving forward with the purchase of additional open space. They are targeting property on Tennent Road in the hopes of eventually approving the construction of a solar energy facility at that location. An ordinance permitting officials to move forward with the purchase of the property was adopted by…
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Veteran broadcaster gives back to the industry he loves
Frank Cipolla shares stories, surprises and lessons from three decades in radio and TV BY ELLEN MONTEMARANO Staff Writer Frank Cipolla There are few people who know what they want to do with their life at 10 years old and then successfully accomplish that goal. Old Bridge resident Frank Cipolla is one of the lucky…
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Helping hands
Checks from proceeds of Greater Media Newspapers’ musical fundraiser Soundstage, held May 7 at Bar Anticipation in Lake Como, were presented on May 23 to two groups that work to enhance the lives of children with autism and their families. From left are Glenn Adamo, co-owner, Howell Ice World; Gary Weitzen, executive director, Parents of…
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Turtles take to the streets: Nesting season has begun
BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent The bog turtle (above) is listed as endangered in the state of New Jersey. The wood turtle (left) is considered a threatened species in New Jersey. UPPER FREEHOLD — Why did the turtle cross the road? This time of year, it’s likely due to mating season, and while many turtles make…
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Amendment provides $20M for veteran outreach efforts
On June 2 the U.S. House of Representatives approved a bipartisan amendment authored by Rep. Rush Holt (D-NJ) and Rep. Jon Runyan (R-NJ) that would dedicate $20 million to veteran suicide prevention outreach efforts. “On an average day, America loses 18 of our veterans to suicide. These tragic deaths can be prevented, but only if…
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2010 police chase leads to charges vs. four men
On May 16, a grand jury sitting in Freehold Borough returned a 23- count indictment against four Jersey City men for a May 23, 2010 crime spree that began with a man being held at gunpoint and ended with a two-car collision where four of five family members traveling in one car were injured. The…
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Students are learning science of gardening
Colts Neck High School class builds greenhouse and is tending to plants BY REBECCAMORTON Staff Writer Mike DeNora uses a hoe to loosen the soil in one of the garden plots that have been planted by students at Colts Neck High School who are enrolled in technology education classes. A grant from Lowe’s has been…
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Golf outing will aid Camp Quality
For many years, the Sunrise Optimists have been successful in raising funds to benefit local charitable organizations. The proceeds of this year’s golf outing, to be held on June 13 at the private Peddie Golf Course in Hightstown, will be used exclusively to support Camp Quality New Jersey. Camp Quality New Jersey is a camp…
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Favorable nod given to rentals in Manalapan
Applicant sought approval for affordable housing BYMARK ROSMAN The second time was the charm for the MBI Development Company Inc. in its bid to receive final site plan approval from the Manalapan Planning Board for its plan to build an 80-unit apartment complex on Wood Avenue, Manalapan. At their meeting on May 26, Planning Board…
