Category: Tri-Town News

  • Jackson resident faces charges of DWI and eluding police

    JACKSON — A Jackson resident has been charged with driving while intoxicated, eluding police and additional motor vehicle charges. According to police, Peter Kuch, 40, of Green Valley Road, was charged following an incident that occurred at 6:55 p.m. Jan. 7. In a press release, Jackson police Capt. David Newman said Police Officer William Simon…

  • Energy issues draw attention

    JACKSON — Knowing the high costs involved in procuring all types of energy, Jackson Township Council President Mike Kafton and Councilman Howard Tilis attended a Jan. 9 symposium that focused on the use of solar panels and their impact on reducing energy costs. “I have called for the creation of a Going Green Committee, which…

  • Deep Cut Orchid Society will host show Feb. 5-8

    Deep Cut Orchid Society’s 12th annual exhibit and show is scheduled for Feb. 5-8 at Dearborn Market, Route 35, Holmdel. Orchids of all sizes and colors will be on display when the Deep Cut Orchid Society hosts its 12th annual exhibit and show Feb. 5-8 at Dearborn Market, Holmdel. The exhibit will feature thousands of…

  • Jackson dogs must obtain a license during January

    JACKSON — With the dog days of summer long gone and January about to end, it is time to remind dog owners to make sure their dog is properly licensed. All dogs that are 7 months old or older must be licensed every year in January. Dog licenses are available at the Community Development and…

  • Seniors offered free tax filing service

    PLUMSTED — Senior citizens in Plumsted who need assistance in completing and filing their federal and state income tax returns in advance of the April 15 deadline will benefit from the continuation of a new program that was offered last year and was well received, according to Mayor Ron Dancer. With the support of the…

  • Chamber members hear from mayor

    JACKSON — The Jackson Chamber of Commerce recently held its first general membership meeting of 2009, with Mayor Michael Reina as one of the guest speakers. Chamber of Commerce President Clara Glory said, “More than 100 members and guests attended the event, which was held at the Solo Bella restaurant, to hear Mayor Reina’s talk…

  • Facing the nation

    Jackson Girl Scout Troop 368 and Troop 9 took an exciting trip to New York City to be part of the “Good Morning America” show on Jan. 14. The girls were honored to be shown on live television participating in the show’s “Warm Coats and Warm Hearts Drive.” To add to the excitement, the girls…

  • Plan for additional homes irks White Street residents

    BY TOYNETT HALL Staff Writer HOWELL — There will be 102 more homes than initially reported to be built by AST Sunnyside Road LLC on the back piece of the Cutler-Rubenstein egg farm, which lies between Route 9 north and White Street. In the original settlement between AST and the municipality, Howell officials agreed to…

  • Schools, township seek ways to share services

    JACKSON — Representatives of the municipality and the Jackson School District are looking forward to a new year that will bring new opportunities to work together to share resources and services. In addition to advancing already identified opportunities to share services, municipal and school district leaders are taking a fresh look at opportunities for cost…