• Ferdinand K. “Fred” Platzer Jr.

    Mr. Platzer, 56, of Howell, died Nov. 18, 2012, suddenly, from a fall, at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. He was a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Hyde Park, N.Y. Mr. Platzer was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving on the U.S.S. King. He was the owner/operator of A Chimney Man, Howell. Prior…

  • Lawrence “Bucky” Wagner

    Mr. Wagner, 89, a lifelong resident of Millstone Township, died Nov. 14, 2012, at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who served in the southern Philippines during World War II. Mr. Wagner was employed by the New Jersey Turnpike Authority from 1956 until his retirement in 1987. He was…

  • George A. Matthews

    Mr. Matthews, 77, of Howell, died Nov. 11, 2012, at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. Prior to retiring in 1996, he was employed as the director of the public works department in Howell for 39 years. He was predeceased by a son, George F. Matthews, in 1996; a brother; and two sisters. Surviving are his…

  • Robert Franklin Bonner

    Mr. Bonner, 79, of Jackson, died Nov. 8, 2012, at Kimball Medical Center, Lakewood. Prior to retiring, he was employed for 40 years as a tractor-trailer driver for H&H Transportation, Dayton. Mr. Bonner was a U.S. Army veteran and served during the Korean War, where he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean…

  • Resident’s presence causes man to flee

    JACKSON — An attempted burglary on Dina Place resulted in a female resident of Jackson coming face-to-face with a wouldbe burglar in her bedroom. According to information provided by the Jackson Police Department, the woman was home alone when someone rang the doorbell at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 3. The woman did not answer the doorbell.…

  • Howell chorus performs in NYC

    HOWELL — The Howell High School chorus, under the direction of Regina McAllen, performed for a crowd of 2,700 people at Carnegie Hall in New York City on Nov. 30. The concert, “The American Christmas Carol,” was performed with a 90- piece orchestra and featured an impressive array of musicians. The event was hosted by…

  • Plumsted will have new site for leaf drop-off

    PLUMSTED — The Plumsted Township leaf and branch compost site is getting a venue change early next year and officials said the move will yield savings. By Jan. 5, residents who want to dispose of loose leaves, branches or brush will be required to bring that material to the new site at EME Inc., 849…

  • Residents asked to volunteer

    JACKSON — Residents of Jackson have the opportunity to volunteer to serve on a number of municipal boards and committees. According to a press release, Jackson has more than 100 volunteers serving on various committees and advisory boards and the number continues to grow. “I continue to believe and support the concept that advisory boards…

  • Holiday Wishes

    Amaya Love Age 9, Grade 4 Lakewood West Side Christian Academy, Red Bank Dear Santa, My holiday wishes are to get video games and Legos. I also want Nerf guns and I want movies too. Do you know about the hurricane? Can you bring extra toys for the kids who lost theirs in the hurricane?…

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