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Seniors may freeze property tax under New Jersey program
By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer The filing deadline for the 2012 Senior Freeze tax program for property tax reimbursements has been extended from June 3 to Sept. 16. According to Bill Quinn, a spokesman for the state Department of the Treasury, the deadline was pushed back due to a low rate of participation. “This has…
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Howell first responders deserve our support
On the morning of May 23, our 33- year-old mare Midnight was found down in her stall. After many attempts, we were unable to get her up. Her dedicated veterinarian Dr. Paula Miller arrived and medicated Midnight. Further attempts at getting her up were unsuccessful. Although Dr. Miller had not witnessed it, she said she…
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Suicide prevention counseling hotline debuts
Suicide is often called a permanent “solution” to a temporary problem. People struggling with depression or hopelessness often cannot imagine a brighter future. Sometimes suicidal behaviors are triggered by events or challenges that overwhelm a person. Seeing a need to continue supporting New Jerseyans who are facing these challenges, Gov. Chris Christie’s administration launched its…
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Holocaust survivor tells chilling tale to students
By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer Abraham Chapnick HOWELL — Abraham Chapnick was saved by his father during the World War IIera Holocaust, liberated from a Nazi concentration camp by Gen. George S. Patton, and started a new life in Howell after it was all over. “What brings me around to speak at places of education…
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Volunteers bring the past to life
By CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer Geraldine Chadwick, Anthony Chadwick, Dave Cordts and Brian Clark take part in a 4th New Jersey living-history event. Like many historical re-enactors, Geraldine Chadwick could function fairly well in the 19th century. Chadwick, a Brick Township resident, is a Civil War re-enactment volunteer. Chadwick is a member of the…
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DATEBOOK
An all-you-can-eat breakfast and car wash fundraiser will be held from 8:30-11 a.m. June 15 at the New Egypt United Methodist Church, 38 North Main St., New Egypt. Breakfast is $6 and all donations will be accepted for the car wash. Proceeds will benefit the church’s team help rebuild the Jersey Shore. Details: 609-758-2147.
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Lieutenant governor visits Alpha School
JACKSON — On May 28, New Jersey Lt. Gov. Kim Guadagno visited the students and staff of The Alpha School, a school for children with special needs. According to a press release from the school, Guadagno spoke with parents about the challenges they face as parents of children with special needs. She listened to concerns…
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Monmouth County courses open to all golfers for a fee
By ANDREW SWEENEY Staff Writer A golfer takes a shot from a fairway at the Shark River golf course in Neptune. The course is among eight operated by the Monmouth County Park System. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR The 2013 golf season is open to all residents and nonresidents in Monmouth County, with eight unique courses…
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