• Prospertown Lake reopens after repairs are completed

    By ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer A photograph (l) shows the dramatic situation that occurred at Prospertown Lake, Route 537, Jackson, in 2011 after a water control structure was damaged in a storm. Photo at right shows how the lake looks now. A state Department of Environmental Protection official said more than 1,100 trout were placed…

  • Hotel seen as possible boon for town

    By ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer A n investment plan that calls for the development of areas near the Interstate 195 corridor in Jackson was recently given the Jackson Township Council’s blessing, prompting officials to call the possible construction of a hotel a boon for the municipality. The “Investment Opportunity Hotel Entertainment Venue” report states that…

  • Howell planning upgrades

    By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer The Howell Township Council has introduced a bond ordinance to finance a schedule of planned capital improvements. A total of $3.79 million will be spent on capital improvements, with $190,500 coming in a down payment and $3.6 million to be issued in bonds, according to information provided by the municipality.…

  • Photo

    A performer with the “Hell on Wheels BMX Stunt Show” executes a daring move before an appreciative audience at the 39th annual Monmouth County Fair July 24 in Freehold Township. Tens of thousands of visitors enjoyed a rain-free fair that featured rides, amusements, entertainment and exhibits at the East Freehold Showgrounds. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR

  • Pump breaks

    Motorists are catching a break this summer with modestly cheaper fuel costs, though prices will still vary greatly from one region to another. By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features Vacationers should continue to see some welcome relief at the pump between now and Labor Day as gasoline prices are expected to be more affordable — albeit…

  • Sparked for life?

    Q&A with Sharon Peters Q: Are there really, as my brother insists, “lifetime” sparkplugs these days? A: Sort of, if not exactly. For quite some time most manufacturers have recommended changing spark plugs — most often of the traditional copper sort — every 15,000 to 40,000 miles (depending on carmaker and model) to keep performance…

  • Slow down! You’re reading too fast

    Many borrowers don’t understand basic mortgage terms. Experts offer tips to better comprehend loan requirements. Who hasn’t rushed through documents dense with legalese, like the consent forms required by many websites? Sometimes it may be no big deal to skim and click “I Accept.” But if there’s one lesson from the mortgage mess that’s affected…

  • Prudential ranked highest for customer satisfaction in three segments of study

    Prudential Real Estate, an HSF Affiliates LLC company, and Prudential New Jersey Properties announced that the Prudential Real Estate affiliate network ranked highest for customer satisfaction in three of the four segments included in J.D. Power and Associates’ annual Home Buyer/Seller Satisfaction Study. The network scored highest in Repeat Home Buyer, First-Time Home Buyer, and…

  • Johny Rock, I Luv The Nitelife winners in New Jersey Preps at Meadowlands

    Johny Rock and I Luv the Nitelife, both offspring of Rocknroll Hanover, turned in winning performances in stakes preps on July 27 at the Meadowlands. Both will be back on Hambletonian Day on Aug. 3 for the finals of the most prestigious events for New Jersey sired pacers, the $250,000 Anthony Abbatiello New Jersey Classic…

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