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Fort’s Signal Corps marks 150 years, relocates time capsule
BY ANDREW DAVISON Staff Writer Sunlight shone on an unassuming copper cylinder at Russel Hall at Fort Monmouth, Eatontown, on June 21 for the first time since 1960. Filled with inert gas and sealed in a 4-ton concrete vault, the cylinder, a time capsule, preserves 35 pieces of Signal Corps memorabilia. Materials for the Signal…
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Book club enjoys visit from author of popular novel
Robert Goolrick speaks in Marlboro BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer Apredominantly female crowd gathered at the Marlboro branch of the Monmouth County Library recently to meet and discuss the book “A Reliable Wife.” Author Robert Goolrick paid a visit to the Marlboro Library recently to discuss his book “A Reliable Wife” with members of the…
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Scouts honored at church in Trenton
MARLBORO — Scouts from Boy Scout Troop 86 of Marlboro were recently honored at the Diocese of Trenton Catholic Committees on Scouting annual Court of Honor. The Court of Honor was held at the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption in Trenton. The Rev. Michael A. Santangelo of the National Catholic Committee of Scouting…
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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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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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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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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…
