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Schneider: Storm recovery trumps party
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer Gov. Chris Christie speaks at a June 17 press conference at Pier Village in Long Branch, where his re-election bid was endorsed by Mayor Adam Schneider, a Democrat, who said he crossed party lines because of the Republican governor’s response to superstorm Sandy. PHOTO COURTESY OF CHRISTIE FOR GOVERNOR/MYKWAIN GAINEY…
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Sea Bright shifts focus to long-term planning
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer Sea Bright’s plans for long-term recovery will address ongoing issues and future initiatives such as revitalizing the downtown, where the U.S. Post Office branch and most businesses sustained major storm damage. NICOLE ANTONUCCI SEA BRIGHT — With assistance from stakeholders such as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and NJ…
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Fundraiser to create awareness of hydrocephalus
The community is invited to attend the Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation’s (PHF) third annual Day at the Races fundraiser on June 23 from 11:30 a.m. until the last race at Monmouth Park Racetrack, 175 Oceanport Ave., Oceanport. An all-you-can-eat barbecue with hot dogs and hamburgers will be held at the trackside private picnic area. All proceeds…
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Even Sandy can’t raise taxes in Oceanport
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer OCEANPORT — For the second consecutive year, taxpayers in Oceanport will not see an increase in their municipal tax bills. The Borough Council unanimously adopted a $9.4 million spending plan for 2013 during the June 6 meeting. The package calls for a $153,000 decrease in local taxes. Councilman Joseph Irace,…
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JCP&L touts changes made since Sandy
By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) President James Fakult fields questions from the media at JCP&L offices in Red Bank on June 13. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Local officials lauded Jersey Central Power & Light’s (JCP&L’s) new communications initiatives, which are designed to provide more timely and accurate information during…
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Sandy’s impact felt in $16.3M Rumson budget
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer RUMSON — The Rumson Borough Council has adopted a $16.3 million spending plan that calls for a $10.5 million tax levy. The budget adopted at the June 13 meeting also includes $1 million in deferred payments on a $5 million emergency note relating to expenses from superstorm Sandy. “[Superstorm] Sandy…
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Longtime Oceanport clerk is leaving post
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer OCEANPORT — After 23 years in a multitude of positions, Borough Clerk and Administrator Kim Jungfer is leaving Oceanport for a position in Little Silver. “I’ve had 23 wonderful years in this town. I’d like to thank the mayor and council for the opportunities that they have given me over…
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Skim Bash surges, expands to Belmar
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer The annual Skim Bash competition is expanding and will be held in two locations this year — Sea Bright and Belmar. BELMAR — Competitive skim boarders will ride the wave of the sport’s increasing popularity to Belmar, as the annual Skim Bash competition is expanding to a second location. Skim…
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FOR THE RECORD
The Driftwood Cabana Club and Ama Ristorante on Ocean Avenue in Sea Bright will host Rebuild Sea Bright Day on July 1, opening the private beach club to the public for a day of food, fun and fireworks on the beach. The event will benefit both Sea Bright Rising and the Building Permit Relief Fund.…
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