Category: Tri-Town News

TOP PICK Jasmine Kyle This spring, “pirates” will invade the New Jersey Renaissance Faire, vying for the services of future hero of England, Francis Drake. A cast of 80 colorful characters will grace the streets and stages of this year’s event, to be held 10 a.m.-6 p.m. June 6-7 in Bordentown, rain or shine. Returning…

By MICHAEL NUNES Staff Writer Above: Valor, a Gentle Carousel Miniature Therapy Horse, was named in honor of Kenneth Tietjen, a Middletown resident who lost his life in the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. Right: Valor and Magic visit the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. They are there soon after…

HOWELL — A relaxing day at a community pool took a turn for the worse when a motor vehicle crashed into the site on Memorial Day. At 12:13 p.m. May 25, Howell police officers responded to emergency calls from individuals at the Point O’ Woods condominium and townhouse development on Bergerville Road. Police said Wendy…

By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer A research project that is expected to begin off the New Jersey coast this summer is the source of concern for legislators and environmentalists who see the project’s use of seismic testing as a potential threat to marine life and the commercial fishing industry. “It was a bad idea…

JACKSON — The men and women of the Jackson First Aid Squad will soon be outfitted with new protective gear following the receipt of a $117,000 federal grant. First aid officials touted the grant as a major boon for the squad and said items such as helmets, goggles, protective coats and safety boots will be…

HOWELL — A township resident has been charged with heroin possession. Police said that at 5:34 p.m. May 19, Patrolman Eric Encarnacion conducted a motor vehicle stop on Newtons Corner Road, near Amy Court, on a vehicle being driven by Steven Jarosz, 46, of Howell. Police said that as Jarosz exited his vehicle, Encarnacion saw…

JACKSON — The Jackson Pathfinders and the Forest Resource Education Center (FREC) will host the free National Trails Day event, “Forests, Streams and Bogs: Exploring Jackson Trails,” on June 6. Three guided hikes will be offered on some of the best trails in Jackson, according to a press release. The event will start at 10…

St. Veronica Boy Scout Troop 300 will host a Craft and Vendor Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 27 in the cafeteria of the Church of St. Veronica, 4215 Route 9, Howell. All proceeds will support Troop 300. The sale will feature a variety of crafters and vendors, an auction table, food and…

By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer HOWELL — The Township Council has adopted an ordinance that authorizes funding for capital improvements such as road projects to be completed throughout Howell. On May 18, the council adopted an ordinance appropriating $13 million and authorizing the issuance of $12.21 million in bonds and notes for various projects…