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Lewis St. parcel to be used for affordable housing
BY MARK ROSMAN Staff Writer MANALAPAN — The Township Committee has adopted an ordinance that will permit Manalapan to purchase a 1-acre lot on Lewis Street and allow that property to be used as a site for affordable housing units. The committee adopted the ordinance by a vote of 4-0. Mayor Andrew Lucas, Committeewoman Michelle…
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Board OKs deal with unions
BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer Contracts for separate bargaining units in the Freehold Regional High School District got the stamp of approval during the FRHSD Board of Education’s June 28 meeting. The agreements are between the FRHSD and the academic supervisors association, and between the FRHSD and the custodial and maintenance association. The board’s attorney,…
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IRS highlights jobs for new graduates
The U.S. Internal Revenue Service has announced the availability of a new job search tool on YouTube that is dedicated to helping job seekers learn about employment opportunities at the IRS. “Whether you are a veteran or a recent college graduate, the IRS is a great place to work and build a career. The IRS…
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Discovering Monmouth County Parks ••• Manasquan Reservoir
One of a continuing series in conjunction with the Monmouth County Park System. The Manasquan Reservoir is both a water source for towns and utilities and a natural setting for recreation and outdoor pursuits. The 770-acre reservoir is part of a larger 1,200-acre site that includes woods and wetlands, a 5-mile perimeter trail, areas for…
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Town to correct audit issue
BY MARK ROSMAN Staff Writer MANALAPAN — The Township Committee has adopted a corrective action plan that will address an issue that was discovered in the 2009 municipal audit. The committee adopted the corrective action plan during its meeting on July 14. Manalapan’s chief financial officer completed the plan, which was before the governing body…
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NYC children get breath of fresh air
For many, visit to N.J. is first time outside of city BY JACQUELINE HLAVENKA Staff Writer Area children hold up signs to greet New York City children arriving at Holmdel Park on July 14 as part of the Fresh Air Fund’s “Friendly Town Host Families” program. More photos at gmnews.com. HOLMDEL — Twelve-year-old Marcus Brooks…
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in the service •••
Air Force Airman Vincent F. Capelli, the son of Vincent Capelli of Manalapan, graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete…
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Teenager attains Eagle rank
BY MATTHEW ROCCO Correspondent Brian Ching MARLBORO — Brian Ching, 14, of Troop 331 has achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. Brian, who is a resident of Marlboro, recently completed his first year at the Monmouth County Academy of Allied Health and Science in Neptune. “The journey from being a Tiger Cub to an Eagle…
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Coalition will advocate for Latino population
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer Individuals who advocate for various issues on behalf of the region’s Latino community have announced the formation of the Latino Coalition of New Jersey (LCNJ). The coalition, which is based in Monmouth and Ocean counties, is affiliated with the statewide Latino Action Network (LAN). Frank Argote-Freyre, of Freehold, who…
