• New police officers have history in Old Bridge

    New police officers have history in Old Bridge

    BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — Three new officers have joined the police ranks in Old Bridge. Joseph Ramm, Jonathan Ditmars and Antonino Grigoli began the Cape May Police Academy on Jan. 24. They are expected to graduate in June. Mayor Owen Henry introduced the three new officers at a Township Council meeting…

  • Promoted officers have extensive careers in law enforcement

    Promoted officers have extensive careers in law enforcement

    BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — Three veteran Old Bridge police officers have been promoted to higher ranks. With their family by their sides, Acting Captain Joseph Mandola was sworn in to the official role as captain, Sgt. Scott Gumprecht was sworn in to the role of lieutenant and Patrolman Richard Tulko was sworn…

  • Monmouth Medical Center Community Health Education Programs slated

    Monmouth Medical Center Community Health Education Programs slated

    Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Ave., Long Branch, will present the following Community Health Education Programs in February: Diabetes Self-Management Series will be held from 9:30-11:30 a.m. on Feb. 3, 10, 17 and 24, and from 5-7 p.m. on Feb. 6, 13, 20 and 27. Learn how to manage your diabetes by attending this four-session…

  • Garden club to hold talk on Mount Vernon estate

    Garden club to hold talk on Mount Vernon estate

    RUMSON — Dean Norton, director of horticulture at George Washington’s estate in Mount Vernon, Virginia, will present “Welcome Home George Washington: The History, Beauty, Use and Importance of Garden Landscapes at Our First President’s Home” from 11 a.m.-noon on Feb. 7 at the Rumson Country Club, 163 Rumson Rd., Rumson. The free lecture is open…

  • Learn how to speed skate

    Learn how to speed skate

    Speed Skating Classes will be held from 7 a.m.-9 a.m. every Saturday and Sunday at the Woodbridge Community Center, 600 Main St., Woodbridge. For males and females of all ages; inline or quad skates and a bicycle helmet are required. Get fit, have fun and make friends. For more information, call 732-985-2975.

  • Tax preparation available Jan. 28-April 18

    Tax preparation available Jan. 28-April 18

    Free tax preparation is now available at the Financial Success Center in the Freehold Raceway Mall, 3710 Route 9, Freehold, beginning Jan. 28 through April 18. Appointments are available Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 1 p.m.-7 p.m. or Saturdays from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Monmouth and Ocean County households with an annual income of $54,000…

  • Red luncheon slated Feb. 9

    Red luncheon slated Feb. 9

    Monmouth County Historical Association announces the 10th anniversary of Red A Ladies Valentine Luncheon will be held from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Feb. 9 at Navesink Country Club, 50 Luffburrow Lane, Middletown. A boutique, auction and historic fashion show will be featured. Claire M. Knopf, Lynn Spector and Patricia Szakats, the founding co-chairs, will be…

  • Church to hold family garage sale Feb. 4 in Edison

    Church to hold family garage sale Feb. 4 in Edison

    Grace Reformed Church 21 Family Garage Sale will take place from 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Feb. 4 in the social hall at 2815 Woodbridge Ave., Edison. The entrance to parking is on Old Post Road. A great selection of items will include something for everyone. The kitchen is open for breakfast and lunch. For more…

  • Library’s Friends seek more buddies during membership drive

    Library’s Friends seek more buddies during membership drive

    By VASHTI HARRIS Staff Writer EAST BRUNSWICK– If you have ever attended a class, a program or an event at the East Brunswick Public Library (EBPL), chances are it was made possible thanks to the EBPL’s group of well-wishers. The Friends of the East Brunswick Public Library is a non-profit organization that has been in existence…

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