Category: Tri-Town News
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Local rock band Breathing Blue and DJ Gotts were on the scene as Bamboozle returned to its Asbury Park roots May 18-20. The 10th annual festival featured a lineup of pop, rock, punk, metal and more on seven stages, including a beachfront main stage. Headliners included Foo Fighters, Incubus, Skrillex — topped off on Sunday…
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Construction under way at Sunnyside development
First residential units at Howell site could be ready for leasing later this year BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer Heavy equipment operators are preparing the property where Verdana Howell will be built on Route 9 north, Howell. JAMES McEVOY Construction crews recently broke ground at the future site of Verdana Howell, a residential and commercial…
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Food pantry benefits from young athletes
BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer The Howell Emergency Food Pantry received some much-needed support from the Howell Pride Lacrosse Club in the form of donations that were delivered to the Affiliated Foot and Ankle Center, Howell, on May 7. PHOTO COURTESY OF CHAD SCHWARZ HOWELL — The Howell Emergency Food Pantry received some much-needed support…
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An enthusiastic group of flying Elvises were on hand at Six Flags Great Adventure, Jackson, on May 17 to give one of the theme park’s new rides a tryout. The SkyScreamer offers flying Elvises and everyone else who embarks on the ride an unforgettable view of the park. For the story by staff writer Andrew…
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Residents have their say on Plumsted playground
PLUMSTED — As families gathered in the sun to celebrate New Egypt Day in historic downtown New Egypt on May 12, a vote was being held by the Plumsted Playground Committee that would determine the future of the playground area at Brindletown and Brynmore roads. Playground proposals from Playworld Systems of Lewisburg, Pa., and Landscape…
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Farmingdale council adopts budget
BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer The Farmingdale Borough Council has unanimously adopted a $795,886 municipal budget for 2012 that will raise municipal taxes by about $13 on a home that is assessed at the borough average of $316,800. The 2012 budget will be supported by the collection of $326,519 in local property taxes, according to…
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Ocean freeholders ask residents to honor U.S. fallen war heroes
Memorial Day ushers in the summer season, but it is also a day to remember the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom, according to a press release from Ocean County. “Everyone wants to enjoy a three-day weekend, but I hope our residents will take the time…
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St. Veronica parish celebrates 50 years of faith and fellowship
Bishop of Trenton to celebrate Mass at Howell church on June 24 BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer The St. Veronica Parish Community in Howell will commemorate its 50th anniversary year with a special rededication Mass to be celebrated by the Most Rev. David M. O’Connell, Bishop of the Diocese of Trenton, on June 24. JAMES…
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Plumsted Township officials release 12 doves to symbolize pride and peace during New Egypt Day festivities held May 12 in the historic downtown New Egypt section of the municipality. Pictured are (l-r) Committeeman Mike Wysong, Linda Leutwyler and her husband Mayor Dave Leutwyler and Committeemen Jack Trotta and Eric Sorchik. SCOTT FRIEDMAN
