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Space project challenges pupils
Mrs. (Cathy) Creech, science teacher, and the fifth-grade students at C.R. Applegate Elementary School in Freehold, N.J, initiated the project Space Day 2002 — a NASA challenger program. The program was designed to afford students "a hands-on, minds-on opportunity to develop research skills, and scientific inquiry through cooperative design projects," says Mrs. Creech. All evaluations…
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Teachers say job ‘rewarding’
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to teach kindergarten? Two fantastic kindergarten teachers, Mrs. (Jane) Murphy and Mrs. (Lauri) Kellerman, tell us what it is like to teach these younger students. Mrs. Murphy exclaims, "I love the children and their age. I love the fact that they are so innocent at this…
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Council should question result of liquor license transfer
What do you think about transferring a liquor license from an establishment where there is ample space to an establishment where space is very restricted and it is surrounded by residences and crowded narrow streets? The proposed transfer is to an establishment that boasts accommodation for about 95, with parking for about 18 customers. The…
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Famous cat is a hit at Applegate
In 1957, The Cat in the Hat was introduced to the world. According to our Cat in the Hat, before he became famous, he was a stray and wandered the city streets. Dr. Seuss found the cat and felt bad for him. He fed the cat and cared for him, and it turned out that…
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Auditorium seats at FTHS are in deplorable condition
On March 16, I had the pleasure of experiencing a truly exceptional and professional exhibition by the Freehold Township High School Drama Club. The quality of every aspect of the musical Blood Brothers was exceptional. The effort in preparation by cast, crew, musicians, volunteers, director and staff shone through in an exhilarating presentation. Unfortunately my…
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Board set to name new school
Staff Writer By karl vilacoba Board set to name new school MARLBORO — Marlboro Memorial Middle School. Don’t care for the name? It could have been Peace Middle School. Or Yankees Middle School. Those were among the more than 220 announced suggestions from children and adults on a name for the Marlboro school district’s new…
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School board member’s service was much appreciated
I am writing as a member of the Free-hold Regional High School District Board of Education to thank and commend Dr. Steve Mishkin for his tenure of service as a board member. Dr. Mishkin in his time on the board brought professionalism and a sense of purpose to his service. He was always well prepared,…
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Manalapan, Marlboro voices must be heard by district
Our unquestioning support for the Freehold Regional High School District must end. Do not approve the proposed budget. Fight disproportionate tax burdens, redistricting and lack of control. Say no to new high schools and further expansions until there is accountability from the Board of Education or the district is dissolved. I write on behalf of…
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Frustration abounds when filing claims against attorney
With occasional injustices, there is no question that our country enjoys the best legal system in the world, with the principle of fair and equal treatment for all. What about fair and equal treatment in Monmouth County? The Monmouth County Bar Assoc-iation has an ethics committee to investigate the ethical conduct of members of the…
