Category: Tri-Town News
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Composting class offered
I ndividuals interested in training as master composters can participate in the Ocean County master composter training program scheduled for consecutive Saturdays in April. Offered by Ocean County’s Department of Solid Waste Management with the support of the Ocean County Board of Freeholders, the program will be held on April 2 and April 9 to…
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Local student to debut on Broadway stage
Jackson’s Luke Mannikus, 9, to appear in ‘Priscilla: Queen of the Desert, the Musical’ BY PATRICIAYOCZIS Correspondent Luke Mannikus JACKSON — Luke Mannikus, a thirdgrade pupil at the Crawford-Rodriguez Elementary School in Jackson, is ready for his Broadway debut in “Priscilla: Queen of the Desert, the Musical” that will begin previews at the Palace Theatre…
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Treasures of the Jersey Shore
Belmar offers an array of things to do Introduction to new feature: New Jersey has an abundance of places where visitors and residents alike can enjoy their leisure time. The towns along the shore have a magical draw and sparkle like gems when the sunshine hits the waves, making them true treasures. It doesn’t have…
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Foundation plans programs at New Jersey state parks
The Conserve Wildlife Foundation is partnering this year with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to conduct interpretive programs at three state parks, with a goal of enhancing visitors’ awareness of the state’s natural resources and offering educational programs for students while providing more meaningful experiences for all park users, DEP Commissioner Bob…
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Ocean County Library offers online classes
Ocean County Library now offers continuing education classes through Universal Class for Libraries, an online educational service that offers more than 500 different classes covering topics appealing to a variety of interests. Ocean County Library cardholders can access Universal Class by going online to www.theoceancountylibrary.org, and clicking on the Universal Class link. A valid Ocean…
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Zombies will scare up fashion, music for film
BYAMY ROSEN Staff Writer A zombie-themed fashion show fundraiser is being organized by Jackson event planner and fashion mask designer Sandy Foley to help raise funds for the production of a film called “Blood Lodge.” The fundraiser will be held 6-10 p.m. March 6 at The Mansion nightclub, 108 Brick Plaza, Brick Township. “Blood Lodge,”…
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Dog park may find home in area of Oak Glen Park
BY CHRISTINA HABERSTROH Staff Writer HOWELL— After several years of discussion, a plan to create a dog park in Howell may be one step closer to becoming a reality. The original proposed location for the dog park — a facility where dogs can run off-leash — was on Easy Street as an extension of Soldier…
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Fire companies to benefit from Duracell battery offer
BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer JACKSON — “Power Those Who Protect Us” is a program that will benefit Jackson’s fire companies and allow firefighting equipment to be powered up for a long time to come. The program is a joint venture of the National Volunteer Fire Council and Duracell, “When people purchase specially marked packages…
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Worship center expected to hold services in school
Howell officials still trying to maximize use of closed elementary building — Christina Haberstroh HOWELL — The Southard School on Kent Road, Howell, may have a new tenant once a week, according to Howell K-8 School District administrators. At the Feb. 16 Board of Education meeting, Business Administrator Ronald Sanasac briefly discussed what could be…
