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Summer crafters market set for July 13
Allaire Village Inc. is hosting its annual summer crafters market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 13 on the grounds of the Historic Village at Allaire in Allaire State Park, Atlantic Avenue, Wall Township. The rain date is July 14. Exhibits by more than 125 local crafters and artisans will include demonstrations and feature…
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This Battle of the Bulge never ends
ARE WE THERE YET Lori Clinch Dieting is such a huge pain in the posterior. You name it and I’ve done it. I’ve tried South Beach, Nutrisystem and everything in between. I’ve lost and I’ve gained. In fact, I’m the great yo-yoer of my time. First I’m up 10 pounds, and then I’m down five.…
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IN THE SERVICE
Army Pfc. Chelsea M. Vashey, daughter of Jacquelyn Vashey of West Keansburg and a 2011 graduate of Jackson Liberty High School, Jackson, has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction…
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Residents warned about Asian tiger mosquito problem
Asian tiger mosquito The Monmouth County Mosquito Extermination Commission is warning residents to be on the lookout for the Asian tiger mosquito. “Protect yourself and your family by keeping your yard mosquito-habitat-free,” Freeholder Deputy Director Serena DiMaso said. “Don’t forget to look behind your shed, under your deck or porch and under bushes.” According to…
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Young woman wins PAL award
Antoinette Gingerelli HOWELL — A Howell resident was recently presented with a 2012 Youth of the Year scholarship award from the National Police Athletic League (PAL). Antoinette Gingerelli, 18, also known as Toni, is a senior at Freehold Township High School, She was flown to San Diego, Calif., for the May 22 awards ceremony, during…
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Workplace training helps student succeed in school
By JACK MURTHA Staff Writer Through the Freehold Regional High School District’s (FRHSD) workplace training program for special education students, Jack Anderson has become a jack-of-all-trades. Doctors diagnosed Anderson with Down syndrome at birth, according to a previously published News Transcript article. But Anderson, now 21, refused to be a victim of his condition, as…
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Jackson police nab suspect in theft
JACKSON — A 25-year-old man is facing multiple charges after he allegedly stole copper tubing from a bank. At 5:45 p.m. June 3, a caller alerted the Jackson Police Department to what was believed to be suspicious activity at the former Provident Bank at the West County Line Road and Melody Lane intersection. According to…
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Graduation ceremonies at six FRHSD schools set for June 25
By JACK MURTHA Staff Writer Before graduating seniors begin the next chapter of their lives, the Freehold Regional High School District’s (FRHSD) six schools will hold commencement ceremonies at 6 p.m. June 25. Graduates of the class of 2013 left their mark on the district through their successes in academics, extracurricular activities, athletics and community…
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Forked River man faces charges
JACKSON — Criminal charges were lodged against a resident of Forked River on June 6 after Jackson police officers allegedly found drug paraphernalia and ammunition in a vehicle. According to Lt. Steven Laskiewicz, multiple calls were made to the Jackson Police Department at 8:53 p.m. regarding a red Mazda on Albany Avenue. Laskiewicz said police…
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