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Entertainers will raise funds for earthquake/tsunami victims
BYAMY ROSEN Staff Writer When Janet Kirchheimer of Marlboro saw the images of destruction and learned about the loss of so many lives in the wake of an earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan on March 11, she was shocked, as were most people who watched the devastation from the safety of their homes. Kirchheimer…
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Two men charged in scheme involving sports equipment
The former chief financial officer and chief executive officer of a leading supplier of athletic equipment and reconditioning services have been charged with allegedly directing a long-running fraud against schools in New Jersey and elsewhere, U.S. Attorney Paul J. Fishman announced on May 11. Mitchell Kurlander, 52, of Allentown, Pa., and his father-in-law, Alan Abeshaus,…
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5 residents take seats on board
Superintendent search expected to get under way BY REBECCAMORTON Staff Writer COLTS NECK — Five residents were sworn in to begin serving terms on the Colts Neck K-8 School District Board of Education when the panel held its reorganization meeting on May 11. Nancy LoCascio was re-elected to serve as the board’s president and Fred…
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‘Soundstage’ event ends on a high note for all
BYAMY ROSEN Staff Writer Alicia Madison and Dan Weltman The sun shone brightly upon those who attended Greater Media Newspapers’ “Soundstage” fundraising event on May 7, enhancing the spirits of those who enjoyed the food and entertainment provided in the tropical surroundings of Bar Anticipation, Lake Como. Close to $3,400 was raised and will be…
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Get a ‘Taste of Bradley Beach’ Saturday with food, crafts, music
BY REBECCAMORTON Staff Writer Bradley Beach boardwalk The charm of a seaside town is proudly shown in Bradley Beach. With a stretch of beach neighboring Ocean Grove andAvon-by-the-Sea, Bradley Beach has a long history dating back to the 17th century. According to borough history, in the early part of the 20th century Bradley Beach became…
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Master Gardeners plan plant sale
The Master Gardeners of Monmouth County will hold its sixth annual plant sale from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 13 and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 14 at the Monmouth County Agriculture Building, 4000 Kozloski Road. The plant sale will include annuals, perennials, flowering shrubs, hanging baskets and heirloom vegetables and herbs.…
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Marijuana plan appears to be on hold
State attorney general is asking federal govt. to clarify certain issues BYMARK ROSMAN Staff Writer Do not make plans to buy medical marijuana on Route 33 in Manalapan in the very near future. The state’s plan to license and operate a medical marijuana dispensary in a commercial complex on Route 33 west near the state…
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Police officer uses vehicle to stop Jeep
MANALAPAN — An alert and quickthinking patrolman prevented a possible accident from occurring at Route 9 and Taylors Mills Road at 2:54 a.m. April 22. Manalapan Patrolman Eric Voorand used his police cruiser as a shield to prevent another vehicle from striking traffic on the state highway. Voorand then arrested the driver of the vehicle…
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Newman, Dems trade budget jabs
Freehold Borough budget calls for 3.1-cent increase in municipal tax rate BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer John Newman, the only Republican on the Borough Council in Freehold Borough, and Democrats on the governing body sparred over aspects of the 2011 budget during the council’s May 2 meeting. The council held a public hearing on…
