Category: Tri-Town News
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Hunger in America: More families in need
Monmouth, Ocean counties report a significant rise in people seeking assistance BY KIMBERLY STEINBERG Staff Writer The FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties released findings of a nationwide study during a press conference held Feb. 4 that exposes the harsh reality faced by people who are hungry and in need in Monmouth and Ocean counties.…
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Resident indicted on theft charges
On Feb. 8 a Monmouth County Grand Jury returned an indictment charging Kimberly Dehl, 33, of Toms River, with one count of second-degree theft and one count of second-degree misapplication of entrusted property. The charges relate to Dehl’s former role as the office manager of a Howell law firm. The indictment follows an investigation that…
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Women’s Expo scheduled for Feb.28
See a cooking demonstration by a celebrity chef, meet a nationally known psychotherapist and television reporter, get a complimentary haircut and styling, vie for a chance to win the cupcake baking contest, and visit many exhibits among food, fitness, cash prizes, and fun events at the annual Women’s Expo, a 100.1 Magic radio event sponsored…
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Howell High School’s Allie Moreland
Howell High School’s Allie Moreland (l) defends against Lacey’s Jenna Fleck during a game played Feb. 3 in Howell. The Rebels beat the Lions, 48-38, and locked up a state tournament berth. For the story, see page 46. For more photos, www.gmnews.com. ERIC SUCAR staff
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Sewer fee increase this year smaller than first predicted
Howell officials review updated MRRSA information BY PATRICIA A. MILLER Staff Writer Customers of Howell’s municipal sewer utility will end up paying an extra $26 a year in sewer fees, according to revised figures provided by township officials. Howell Chief Financial Officer Jeffrey Filiatreault had originally proposed a $67 hike in sewer rates annually to…
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Murder charge filed in death of Jackson man
BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer Apossible disagreement between two Jackson men resulted in the death of one man and jail for the other. Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Deputy Chief Mike Mohel said a 911 call was placed at about 3:44 a.m. Feb. 7 and Jackson police officers responded to 2 South Baker Drive in the…
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Applicant will shift plan to Jackson zoning board
BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer JACKSON — An application that proposes the construction of a commercial enterprise at the corner of West Commodore Boulevard and Paterson Road has been moved at the applicant’s request from the Planning Board to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. Following a discussion at the Planning Board’s Feb. 1 meeting, the…
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Police search for man charged with manslaughter at party
BY PATRICIA A. MILLER Staff Writer Police have charged a Monmouth County man with aggravated manslaughter in connection with the Jan. 30 death of a Howell resident at a party in Toms River. Matthews Hoskins, 22, was still at large and being sought by police as the Tri-Town News went to press this week. Toms…
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Employee to be laid off as town controls costs
PLUMSTED — Mayor Ron Dancer announced this week that it has become economically necessary for the Township Committee to authorize the third layoff of another full-time employee within the last 12 months, as well as offering employees voluntary furlough programs as additional cost-control measures. Furlough programs authorize an employee to have an approved leave of…
