Category: Tri-Town News
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Fallen firefighters honored
CHRIS KELLY staff Chief Lou Memmolo escorts Teenie Somay as they honor Southard Fire Department, Howell, fallen firefighter John Somay during the Monmouth County Fallen Firefighters memorial service and medal awards, held at Firemen’s Park, Long Branch, on Oct. 2. In a memorial service at Firemen’s Park, Long Branch, on Oct. 2, firefighters from around…
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County schedules clinics for pneumonia, flu shots
Ocean County residents are encouraged to make plans now to get their yearly flu and pneumonia vaccinations early this season, said Dr. Ella Boyd, Ocean County Health Department Coordinator, Community Health Services. “We encourage county residents to get their flu shots either through the county’s many clinics or at one of the other clinics operated…
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Jaguar band claims honors
JACKSON — The Jackson Memorial High School Jaguar band performed its magic on Oct. 1 at Brick Township High School and took home the Mayor’s Trophy as the outstanding marching band of the evening. According to a press release, there were 14 bands in competition, where Toms River East High School swept Group III marching…
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Ordinance may prove to be unenforceable
BY KATHY BARATTA Staff Writer BY KATHY BARATTAStaff Writer HOWELL — The mayor and Township Council members are scheduled to adopt an ordinance that will not have the teeth they intended it to have. A public hearing and possible adoption are set for Oct. 18 on an ordinance amendment that seeks to obtain fingerprints from…
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Residents rally against development
More testimony on Pinewood Village expected on Oct. 17 BY JOYCE BLAY Staff Writer BY JOYCE BLAYStaff Writer One week before a third hearing by the Jackson Planning Board is held, attorney Raymond Shea confirmed that he has yet to provide members with a revised list of waivers and variances being requested for Pinewood Village.…
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Police await council vote on new deal
BY DICK METZGAR Staff Writer BY DICK METZGARStaff Writer HOWELL — The mayor and Township Council members are expected to approve the adoption of a new police contract at Tuesday’s regular meeting. Council members and a spokesman for PBA Local 228 voiced satisfaction with the new pact when an amendment to the 2005 salary ordinance…
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CHRIS KELLY staff Drum majors Ryan Wiemken and Christopher Beears salute the audience as the Howell High School marching band competes in the 11th annual MusicFest, held at Brick Township High School on Oct. 1.
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History day comes to library
Historians, archivists, genealogists and others with similar interests will soon gather at the 10th annual Archives and History Day, supported by the Monmouth County Clerk and a grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission, and in recognition of Archives Week, which is being celebrated throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region. The event is scheduled for Oct. 15…
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Howell Day
Clockwise from top — Oak Glen Park, Howell, was a hub of fun and activity when Howell Day festivities were held under clear skies on Oct. 2. Visitors strolled the grounds and enjoyed rides, activities and entertainment. Dylan Kleinfeldt, 4, admires his freshly painted pumpkin. Cassidy Broschart, 6, sits still long enough to have her…
