Category: Tri-Town News
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The Garden State’s most wonderful time of the year
By Alison Mitchell For those who love fresh produce – delicious Jersey tomatoes, peaches, blueberries, corn and much more – this is the most wonderful time of the year. New Jersey’s farm stands and farmers markets are packed with just-picked fruits, veggies and herbs – the mouth-watering stuff we can only dream of in winter.…
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Governor signs voting reform package to strengthen New Jersey elections
Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a series of bills and he has said the new laws will strengthen New Jersey’s elections. “Across the nation, we continue to see one of our nation’s core principles come under attack as states restrict access to the ballot,” Murphy was quoted as saying in a press release. “I am…
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Tri-Town News Datebook, Aug. 3
• The Monmouth County Park System will host Fishing 101 – A Beginner’s Guide to Fishing, Aug. 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Manasquan Reservoir, Howell. Learn how to rig, bait, cast and, hopefully, catch a fish. Come and go at any time. Bait and tackle provided. Open…
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Jackson police lodge drug charges against three residents
JACKSON — Three residents of Jackson are facing drug charges following their arrest on two separate dates by members of the Jackson Police Department. According to a press release issued on July 30 by Sgt. Fred Meabe, who is the police department’s public information officer, on July 14, members of the police department’s Special Enforcement…
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Plan for flex space buildings in Jackson gains preliminary approval
JACKSON — The members of the Jackson Planning Board have voted to grant preliminary major site plan approval to an applicant who is proposing to construct three flex space buildings on a 12-acre parcel at Route 537 and Allyson Road. Board members held off on granting final major site plan approval and subdivision approval regarding…
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Jackson police captain: National Night Out ‘about building community’
JACKSON – On Aug. 2, Jackson will join towns in New Jersey and across the nation in a celebration of community during the annual “National Night Out,” America’s Night Out Against Crime. “It’s all about building community,” said Capt. Mary Nelson, who is coordinating the event for the Jackson Police Department. National Night Out will…
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Beginning of school year often reveals child abuse, neglect
By Cynthia Van Brunt The end of summer and the start of a new school year is an exciting time for most children. But for some, the beginning of school could reveal a dark secret when signs of abuse and neglect these children have suffered over the summer are noticed by teachers, staff and other…
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New law requires police officers to be licensed to work in New Jersey
Under the terms of legislation that has been signed into law by Gov. Phil Murphy, all law enforcement officers will be required to hold a valid, active license issued by the Police Training Commission (PTC) in order to be employed as officers in New Jersey. S-2742/A-4194 establishes a police licensing program for all New Jersey…
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Monmouth County News Briefs, July 27
The Monmouth County Park System has announced upcoming artist talks for its current art exhibit Summer Nights. Held in the “Gallery” at the Thompson Park Creative Arts Center, Lincroft, these talks feature several participating artists discussing their creative process and favorite inspirations. The first talk will be held from 1-4 p.m. Aug. 10 and features…
