Category: Tri-Town News
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Ex-Senate pres. pleads guilty to tax evasion
Admits accepting payments to lobby for sand-mining operation BY CHRIS GAETANO Staff Writer BY CHRIS GAETANOStaff Writer One of the most powerful Democrats in New Jersey has pleaded guilty to corruption charges. Former state Senate President John Lynch, 67, of New Brunswick, pleaded guilty to one count of mail fraud and one count of tax…
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GCU contests denial of plan in Lakewood
BY LARRY HLAVENKA JR. Staff Writer BY LARRY HLAVENKA JR.Staff Writer LAKEWOOD – A recent decision by the Planning Board to reject an application filed by Georgian Court University is headed for a courtroom showdown. The university filed an application to construct a 66,000-square-foot sports complex, new fields and a parking area at its Lakewood…
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In the Service
Air Force Airman 1st Class David A. Valle has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas. During training, the airman studied the Air Force mission, organization, and military customs and courtesies; performed drill and ceremony marches, and received physical training, rifle marksmanship, field training exercises, and special training in…
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BookFest slated for Sept. 30
The Toms River Branch of the Ocean County Library, 101 Washington Street, Toms River, will host “2006 BookFest, The New Jersey Festival of Reading,” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 30. Programs will include a featured author presentation, local writers, music, book signings, children’s activities and writing workshops. Featured author David Magee will discuss…
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Annual Habitat cycle ride Oct. 1
When James Wishbow first conceived the idea of raising funds for Habitat for Humanity with a motorcycle ride, he never dreamed it would be so successful. Now in its seventh year, Habitat’s annual Motorcycle Ride for Affordable Housing is gearing up with an expected turnout of 800 to 900 New Jersey bikers. The fully escorted…
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Proposal for 58 homes gains nod from board
BY LARRY HLAVENKA JR. Staff Writer BY LARRY HLAVENKA JR.Staff Writer Howell HOWELL – Toll Brothers has received Planning Board approval to build 58 homes on Route 524 at Fairfield Road. The board’s approval on Sept. 7 followed two lengthy public hearings on the application. The houses will be built on the Schuch tract. An…
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Park to become reality in Freewood Acres
BY LARRY HLAVENKA JR. Staff Writer BY LARRY HLAVENKA JR.Staff Writer HOWELL – If you build it, they will come. At least according to Freewood Acres resident Kerry Williams. For more than three years, the Town-ship Council, the Recreation Advisory Committee and citizens groups have tried to secure a park for the Freewood Acres residential…
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Internet auctions offer great deals … and steals
BBB advises how to bid safely and successfully Who hasn’t heard at least one friend brag about the great price they got through an on-line auction? Whether the item is new or used, unique or commonplace, the winning bidder feels a sense of accomplishment. When the purchase arrives as advertised, both the seller and the…
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Allentown set to host horse parade
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPPStaff Writer ALLENTOWN – In organizing a parade, one local resident learned the powerful part the horse has played in the area’s history. In celebration of Allentown’s 300th anniversary and Upper Freehold’s Community Day, and in recognition of New Jersey’s Day of the Horse, Allentown has organized an…
