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O’Neill shatters meet record, runs fastest 3,200-meter time in U.S.
CBA captures team title at county meet BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer Christian Brothers Academy’s Zack McDermott won the 55-meter hurdles at the Monmouth County Indoor Track and Field Championships held at the John Bennett Indoor Athletic Complex in Toms River on Jan. 18. McDermott’s win was one of several by the Colts, as they…
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‘Let it Snow’ exhibit at MAC through Jan. 27
Barbara Etter, “Tatum’s Test of Time,” oil on canvas The Middletown Arts Center (MAC) is hosting the “Let it Snow 2013” exhibit through Jan. 27. As the exhibit name suggests, all art in the show relates to snow. This wintry exhibit features work in various media by local artists and MAC instructors. The Middletown Arts…
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Struthers, Calvert honor Patsy Cline
Sally Struthers Emmy Award-winner Sally Struthers and Broadway star Carter Calvert will take the stage at Algonquin Arts Theatre, 173 Main St., Manasquan, when “Always Patsy Cline” opens on Jan. 25 for a two-weekend run. More than a tribute to the legendary country singer who died tragically at age 30 in a plane crash in…
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Need a mentor? Go to camp!
January is National Mentor Month, a time to celebrate and encourage the positive relationships that are critical to the development of children and youth — the positive relationships that are developed and encouraged each year at camp. The idea of a mentor is an ancient one. In Greek mythology, when Odysseus, King of Ithaca, went…
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So much to do — at camp, the opportunities are unlimited
A s parents send their children to summer camp, they may be wondering what activities will fill their day. Depending on interests and camp offerings, a day at camp can vary greatly — including so many exciting experiences and opportunities to learn something new. Every summer, happy campers return home after their time at camp…
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Take camp skills to school
Millions of parents chose camp for their child or teen because of the immense benefits of the experience. Not only does camp foster making friends and learning 21st century life skills like independence, problem-solving, and teamwork, but it’s also fun! As the summer fades and children return to school,ACA chief executive officer, Peg Smith, reminds…
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Check out some of the area’s schools and camps
Count Basie Theatre’s Performing Arts Academy Camp Excel is a specialized summer camp for children ages 5-17 with ADHD,Asperger’s and others with social skills challenges. At Camp Excel, the focus is on developing social skills and the social awareness necessary for better relationships.The program teaches children good problem-solving skills and builds self-esteem.The comprehensive program includes…
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Middletown man indicted for murder of wife
A Monmouth County grand jury returned an indictment on Jan. 7 charging a Middletown man with the murder of his wife, Acting Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced. The indictment charged Patrick F. Allen, 45, with first-degree murder, third-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, third-degree hindering the apprehension of another and fourth-degree tampering…
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Rose LaLima
Mrs. LaLima, 85, of Matawan, died Jan. 12, 2013, at the Victoria Health Care Center, Matawan. She was born Rose Calamucci in Brooklyn, N.Y., where she grew up. In 2002, she and her husband, Antonio, moved to Old Bridge before settling in Freehold Borough in 2007. She was predeceased by a sister, Lucille DiStefano. She…
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