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    The Monmouth University marching band and cheerleader squad take part in the annual Homecoming Parade that took place in the parking lot adjacent to the football stadium on Oct. 20. The homecoming event was organized by the Student Government Association. Following the parade, Bryant University defeated the Hawks 27-24. FRANK GALIPO

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    Logan Policano, 15 months, enjoys his first pumpkin-picking day at Cheesequake Farms on Route 9, Old Bridge, on Oct. 14. Greater Media Newspapers is asking readers to submit photographs of their family members or friends enjoying activities in central New Jersey. Readers may submit photos via email to [email protected]. Please provide information including names and…

  • Meet the Republican candidates Oct. 26

    LONG BRANCH — The Long Branch Republican Committee will host its 2nd a nnual Reception featuring Republican candidates for office Friday, Oct. 26, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. The event will take place at the Portuguese Club, 191 Broadway, Long Branch. Candidates who will be present include: State Sen. Joseph Kyrillos, a candidate for the…

  • Theater founder: Arts will revive lower Broadway

    NJ Rep expansion plans would add a 200-seat theater, children’s performing arts program BY KENNY WALTER Staff Writer Plans call for New Jersey Repertory Company on Broadway in Long Branch to expand to a second site in the city’s planned Broadway Arts Center zone. KENNY WALTER LONG BRANCH — The head of the Long Branch…

  • Wall Township Base of Terror haunts visitors

    Camp Evans in Wall Township will transform into a scary, Halloween-themed setting during October. The Camp Evans “Base of Terror” will once again feature “the butcher,” mad scientists who haunt the Zombie Zone, and the Junkyard of the Damned. Horrific experiences continue to await visitors 7-11 p.m. on Oct. 26 and 27. Admission is $12.50…

  • Finances, fort, issues at county candidates, forum

    Election 2012 Incumbent freeholders, county clerk, face re-election challenge BY KENNY WALTER Staff Writer MANALAPAN — Candidates for county office tackled issues including the economic impact of the Fort Monmouth redevelopment and integrating technology into government operations at an Oct. 17 forum. Incumbent Monmouth County Freeholders John Curley and Serena DiMaso, both Republicans, and Democratic…

  • LLS Team in Training info sessions planned

    Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) Team in Training information meetings are set for 6:30 p.m. Nov. 7 in Monmouth County at the Red Restaurant, 3 Broad St., Red Bank, and 9 a.m. Nov. 10 in Middlesex County at the Hilton Woodbridge, 120 Wood Ave. S., Iselin section of Woodbridge. Team In Training is a large…

  • City eliminates shared garbage containers

    Illegal dumping leads to removal of commercial bins BY KENNY WALTER Staff Writer LONG BRANCH — City officials are looking to curb illegal dumping by eliminating garbage containment areas made available to local businesses. “We are having problems trying to keep them clean,” Fred Migliaccio, director of the Department of Public Works, said at the…

  • New Public Access Rule provides broader access to Shore

    GUEST COLUMN BOB MARTIN Gov. Chris Christie and I are strongly committed to ensuring there is excellent public access to our ocean beaches, bays and rivers in New Jersey. We view this as a fundamental right for everyone in our state. As millions of residents and visitors know, New Jersey already has wonderful access to…

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