• Candidate says board needs a Democratic watchdog

    I would like to thank the over 400 Democrats from every town and district in Monmouth County who nominated me at the convention recently to run for Monmouth County freeholder in the November election. The monopoly control of any political body by one political party is not healthy and leads, inevitably, to corruption. The Republicans…

  • Writer says all of Obama’s pet projects receive funding

    This letter is in response to a recent column by Greg Bean. Greg, did you know that enormous cuts have been made to the Department of Defense budget? Do you know that in that budget for the armed services is funding for housing, education, medical, child care, and yes, the Veterans Administration, since Barack Obama…

  • Special Kays have special days at recent dance competitions

    The Special Kays competitive dance team received numerous high-level awards at its first two competitions of the season. Celebrating its 25th year, Special Kays is a nonprofit, nationally recognized competitive dance team of the New Jersey Center of Dance (NJCOD) and Performing Arts. Dancers reside in towns including Cream Ridge, East Brunswick, Jackson, Jamesburg, Millstone,…

  • Youths banned from tanning beds

    Gov. Chris Christie has signed into law bipartisan tanning legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer (R-Monmouth, Ocean). According to a press release, S-1172 prohibits people younger than 14 from spray tanning, and people younger than 17 from using tanning beds in tanning facilities. A 17-year-old can use a tanning bed only if a parent or…

  • Wacky bowling at Knob Hill Country Lanes to benefit Make-A-Wish

    The third annual Wacky Bowling for Wishes, to benefit Make-A-Wish New Jersey, will be held on June 29 at Knob Hill Country Lanes, Route 33, Manalapan. According to a press release, Wacky Bowling can be enjoyed by young children, teens, families and seniors. All shots are made standing at the foul line, the bumpers are…

  • April 20 fundraiser set for Millstone brothers

    Ben and Jake Swomiak continue courageous fight against muscular dystrophy BY MARK ROSMAN Staff Writer Ben Swomiak, 11, and his brother, Jake, 14, will feel the love and support of friends and family members at an April 20 fundraiser to be held at the Millstone Elks Lodge in Millstone Township. The boys are continuing to…

  • Governing body, without comment, puts Upper Freehold budget in place

    Spending plan for 2013 amounts to $4.99 million BY GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer The Upper Freehold Township Committee has unanimously adopted a $4.99 million municipal budget for 2013 without any comment from members of the governing body or from residents. A public hearing on the budget was held at the committee’s April 4 meeting. No…

  • Allentown council slates May 7 hearing on budget

    Tussle with Verizon has impact on bottom line in borough’s finances BY ANDREW MARTINS and MARK ROSMAN Staff Writers The Allentown Borough Council will hold a public hearing on the 2013 municipal budget at 7 p.m. May 7. After residents have a chance to ask questions about and comment on the budget, the governing body…

  • N.J. Lottery revamp is a numbers game

    Small retailers fear loss of business if state redirects focus of lottery ticket sales BY JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Dhiren Desai (l) and Vikram Chaudhari sell lottery tickets at the Esquire News & Smoke Shop, Freehold, on April 3. Many small-business owners are concerned that privatization of the lottery would have a negative impact on…

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