Category: Tri-Town News

  • ‘Jews of India’ exhibit presented at Monmouth County clerk’s office

    ‘Jews of India’ exhibit presented at Monmouth County clerk’s office

    The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County has again been invited to present an exhibit for display at the Monmouth County Clerk’s Office in the Market Yard parking lot, 33 Mechanic St., Freehold Borough. This year’s exhibit is about the Jews of India and is titled “From Malabar to Monmouth County: A Global Connection to…

  • Howell zoners’ decision expected on Ramtown-Greenville Road warehouse

    Howell zoners’ decision expected on Ramtown-Greenville Road warehouse

    HOWELL – The members of the Howell Zoning Board of Adjustment may make a decision regarding a proposed warehouse on Ramtown-Greenville Road when they meet on Aug. 9. The application of 366 Ramtown-Greenville Road, LLC, and Steven Stefansky, as the applicant and owner, was most recently heard on June 28. Stefansky is seeking a use…

  • Howell council votes to prohibit all cannabis businesses in town

    Howell council votes to prohibit all cannabis businesses in town

    HOWELL – By a vote of 3-0, the Howell Township Council has adopted an ordinance that prohibits all six types of cannabis businesses that may be licensed to operate in New Jersey from operating in the community. Mayor Theresa Berger, Deputy Mayor Thomas Russo and Councilwoman Evelyn O’Donnell voted to adopt the ordinance at the…

  • Co-existing in New Jersey with wily coyotes

    Co-existing in New Jersey with wily coyotes

    By Michele S. Byers Have you followed the recent coverage of coyote sightings in New Jersey? Have you seen a quick flash of a mysterious canine-like animal moving across the landscape, ducking into the trees or perhaps behind a building? If it was carrying any product marked ACME, or dropping anvils from hot air balloons,…

  • Task force seeks businesses to participate in Howell Restaurant Week

    Task force seeks businesses to participate in Howell Restaurant Week

    HOWELL – The Howell Business Recovery Task Force is sponsoring the first Howell Restaurant Week from July 30 through Aug. 8. The task force is a public-private partnership that has been working to increase economic activity in a safe and responsible way as restrictions associated with the coronavirus pandemic were lifted by Gov. Phil Murphy.…

  • Monmouth County Fair offers family fun from July 21-25

    Monmouth County Fair offers family fun from July 21-25

    Looking for fun the entire family can enjoy? Head to the 2021 Monmouth County Fair, which returns following a one-year hiatus during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic. Held Wednesday through Sunday, July 21-25, at the East Freehold Showgrounds, 1500 Kozloski Road, Freehold Township, the fair features rides, opening night fireworks (weather permitting), live musical entertainment, home…

  • Monmouth County News Briefs, July 14

    Monmouth County News Briefs, July 14

    Supporters for Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore raised more than $77,000 to help local girls develop leadership skills and achieve their potential at a charity golf event held on June 21 at Deal Golf and Country Club. Presented by Investors Bank and OceanFirst Bank, the annual Girl Scout Golf Classic brought together nearly 100…

  • Jackson Police Department will hold National Night Out on Aug. 3

    Jackson Police Department will hold National Night Out on Aug. 3

    JACKSON – The Jackson Police Department will hold its annual National Night Out event on Aug. 3 from 6-9 p.m. in the Jackson Shopping Plaza (ShopRite) at North County Line and Cook roads. The event will be presented by Jackson PBA Local 168 National Night Out is an international event celebrated in local communities and…

  • Tri-Town News Datebook, July 14

    Tri-Town News Datebook, July 14

    • The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County will present Bethe Burns and Vic Schioppo in “Reunited In Song,” performing the Great American Songbook Concert, at 7 p.m. July 28 via Zoom. Admission is $10 for museum members and $12 for non-members. RSVP to receive the Zoom link. Call 732-252-6990 or email [email protected] • Dove…