• History replayed at Monmouth Battlefield

    By REGINA YORKGITIS Staff Writer This year marks the 235th anniversary of the Battle of Monmouth and the first re-enactment since the new Visitor Center opened at Monmouth Battlefield State Park, Route 33, Manalapan. Dressed in their Revolutionary War finest, more than 1,000 volunteers are expected to march on Monmouth Battlefield State Park to re-enact…

  • It’s all different with that last child

    ARE WE THERE YET Lori Clinch I find it funny how a mother views each of her children. Vernon, our oldest child, has been mature enough to handle most anything for as long as I can remember. The middle two boys followed suit. To me, they seemed old enough to cross the street by themselves…

  • Newbury School event benefits G.I. Go Fund

    HOWELL — The Newbury School honored Memorial Day and the men and women who have died defending the United States by raising funds for military veterans and their families, according to a press release. On May 23, teachers and students took part in the fourth annual Jeans For Troops fundraising drive to benefit the G.I.…

  • DATEBOOK

     The newly restored Wainwright House, 48 Main St., Farmingdale, will host the following events, displays and classes: an art display (no demo) and blacksmith demo, June 15; and a blacksmith demo with Dave Macauley, June 16. Hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and 1-4 p.m. Sunday. Details: 732-492-9444.  A fish fry…

  • Officials waiting to see if chief will stay on

    By ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer PLUMSTED — Residents and municipal officials have expressed their concern about rumors that Plumsted Police Chief Matthew Petrecca may be considering leaving the Plumsted Police Department. The issue came up at the June 5 meeting of the Township Committee, as attendees talked about a rumor that Petrecca might be ready…

  • OBITUARIES

    Greater Media Newspapers prints obituaries as a free community service, at no charge to the families of the deceased or to the funeral homes that provide the information. Carol L. Randazzo Mrs. Randazzo, 69, of Freehold, died May 16, 2013 at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. She was predeceased by a brother, Robert, and a…

  • Register now for pre-K in Jackson

    Registration will continue to be accepted for Jackson Township’s pre-kindergarten program. The program is available to children who will reach their fourth birthday on or before Oct. 1. Each class runs five days a week, two-and-a-half hours per day and follows the Jackson School District calendar. Classes are staffed by New Jersey Department of Education…

  • EEK program offers extended enrichment

    Parents of students entering kindergarten in September can enrich their child’s early educational experience by extending the learning day at their home school. Hours can range from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Jackson School District’s elementary enrichment kindergarten (EEK) features certified teachers who use engaging activities to further develop fundamental learning and socialization skills.…

  • Open registration for budding filmmakers

    Middle school and high school students who want to learn how to make a short film, produce a television show or create their own music video using state-of-theindustry equipment and techniques can sign up now for the JTV Summer Film Academy. Sessions will run from June 24-29. The academy is open to students entering grades…

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