Category: Tri-Town News
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Howell High School’s Ashanti Maurice (top) works a move on Sayreville War Memorial High School’s Chris Pearson during their bout at 135 pounds on Jan. 2 at Howell. Maurice decisioned Pearson, 7-4, and the Rebels defeated the Bombers, 58-13. CHRIS KELLY staff
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Best photos of 2009
Photographers’ picks Pro wrestlers perform on Howell Day, Sept. 26. ERIC SUCAR staff NJSIAA Central Jersey Group IV girls soccer final on Nov. 12. JEFF GRANIT staff Freehold Regional High School District Golf Tournament, May 26. ERIC SUCAR staff Academy of the Arts dance group performs at Howell H.S. on May 28. ERIC SUCAR staff…
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Residents named to safe roads committee
BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer Nine residents have been appointed to the Jackson Township Safe Roads Advisory Committee and will serve on the panel until June 30. The Jackson Township Council has selected residents Stephen Alburtus, John Burrows, Daniel Green, Larry Hartman, George McKay, Jerrold Pims, Ronaldo Rotunno, William Thomas and Scott Weinstein to serve.…
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Dog licenses must be renewed
JACKSON — Reminders are in the mail for all Jackson dog owners to re-license their dogs. “It is very imperative that everyone license their dogs,” said animal control officer Robin Staley. “It helps us find a way to get them back home if they get lost.” Staley said licensing a dog also helps to reduce…
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Recreation dept. plans host of 2010 activities
BY LAUREN CIRAULO Staff Writer HOWELL—While 2009 was a troublesome year for financing fun and games, Parks and Recreation Department administrators are hoping 2010 will bring new programs and revitalized events to the community. According to Davide Fuoco, Howell’s director of parks and recreation, the department’s ideal goals for 2010 include new additions to athletic…
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Auditions
The Jackson Civic Chorus invites all residents of Jackson and the surrounding communities who are interested in participating in the chorus to attend midseason auditions at 7 p.m. Jan. 12 and Jan. 19 in the Jackson United Methodist Church, 68 Bennetts Mills Road, Jackson. These will be regular rehearsals with the opportunity for prospective members…
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Brownies support cancer awareness
JACKSON — Two Brownies from Troop 153 have gone above and beyond the call of duty to collect funds for breast cancer awareness and have raised more than $1,300. Jackson Township Council President Mike Kafton saluted the girls during the council’s Dec. 22 meeting. “October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Jackson has the privilege…
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Community provides gifts, food during holiday season
PLUMSTED — Merchants, schools and community members recently combined their efforts to provide families in need with a happy holiday season. “The Plumsted Township community is made up of some of the most caring and generous individuals,” said Plumsted Business and Merchants Association President Herb Marinari. “[We have] an orchestrated effort, by the Plumsted Business…
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Local toy drive called a success
JACKSON — Approximately 400 area children had something to smile about during the holiday season as Bartley Healthcare delivered the toys it collected during its 12th annual Toys for Tots drive. Since the country is currently engaged in two wars, many of the area reservists are deployed, leaving a shortfall of available Marines to deliver…
