Category: Tri-Town News

  • Judaic study program to be offered

    Judaic study program to be offered LAKEWOOD — Ocean County seniors are invited to participate in Beth Medrash Govoha’s second annual two-day Judaic study program. The ToraHostel learning and discovery program will take place on Aug. 19-20 at the Israel Henry Beren Hall at Beth Medrash Govoha, 617 Sixth St. The two-day curriculum features hands-on…

  • Builders mount challenge to open space requirements

    By Joyce BlayStaff Writer By Joyce Blay Staff Writer JACKSON — The New Jersey Shore Builders Association, a nonprofit organization serving members in Monmouth and Ocean counties, has challenged an ordinance adopted by the Township Committee in May that requires developers to set aside land for passive and active recreation or to contribute to a…

  • State panel reviewing all

    N.J. emergency servicesArea residents beginasking questions aboutcost of ambulance aid By mark rosmanStaff Writer N.J. emergency services Area residents begin asking questions about cost of ambulance aid By mark rosman Staff Writer As questions about the cost of service provided by a private ambulance company are being asked in Monmouth and Ocean counties, a state…

  • Atty., commission chair spar over absence at meeting

    Shea: Environmentalboard has no authorityto hold public hearing By Joyce BlayStaff Writer Shea: Environmental board has no authority to hold public hearing By Joyce Blay Staff Writer JACKSON — Representatives for three proposed housing developments slated for construction in the ecologically sensitive Pinelands came to the July 1 meeting of the Environmental Commission, as requested…

  • FRHSD business program honored with state award

    By dave benjaminStaff Writer FRHSD business program honored with state award By dave benjamin Staff Writer Business students at Marlboro High School are at the forefront when it comes to creating and developing a business plan project. Recognized by the state Department of Education as one of only 50 schools in the state to receive…

  • Planners hear testimony on Maplewood Estates

    By Joyce BlayStaff Writer Planners hear testimony on Maplewood Estates By Joyce Blay Staff Writer JACKSON — The Planning Board began hearing testimony July 8 on the application of Maplewood Estates, on Route 571 at Benz Lane, which is one of three developments of concern to the township’s Environmental Commission. The 13-lot subdivision (12 new…

  • From Olympic Village to local Leisure Village

    Jeb Wofford, 72, recallsdays as an athlete, offerstips for a healthy lifeCorrespondent By danielle medina From Olympic Village to local Leisure Village Jeb Wofford, 72, recalls days as an athlete, offers tips for a healthy life Correspondent BRICK — Jeb Wofford knows a thing or two about nutrition and fitness. As a wrestler and an…

  • Boy Scouts plan homeland security training program

    Boy Scouts plan homeland security training program The Boy Scouts of America has announced it is joining with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to help the nation’s youth be prepared for any situation. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is supporting the Boy Scouts of America in developing a campaign to help citizens across…

  • Lakewood hears traffic complaints, vows change

    Fairways residents restatefears about situation alongMassachusetts Avenue By Joyce BlayStaff Writer Fairways residents restate fears about situation along Massachusetts Avenue By Joyce Blay Staff Writer LAKEWOOD — Traffic safety and funding for open space continue to be hot-button topics for residents who came to the July 10 Township Committee meeting. William Hobday, a resident of…