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Locals post from RNC
New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie delivers a much-anticipated address to delegates on Tuesday evening, Aug. 28.PHOTO COURTESY OF NICHOLAS RASPANTITAMPA — Local officials share convention commentary and photos from the Republican National Convention being held at the Tampa Bay Times Forum Aug. 28-30. Link to photo gallery: http://ind.gmnews.com/image/tid/676 Toni Angelini, Matawan councilwoman and NJ delegate…
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The second annual Rutgers Basketball Tip-Off to benefit Coaches vs. Cancer will be held at 7 p.m. Nov. 2 at the Rutgers Athletic Center, Piscataway. Guests will watch a Rutgers men’s basketball practice, meet Scarlet Knights coach Mike Rice and his wife, Kerry, enjoy cocktails and a silent auction, and have the opportunity to meet…
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Blewett wins memorial race named for his brother
A fter setting a fast time in time trials and starting fifth in the 18-car field by the luck of the draw, Jimmy Blewett of Howell raced to an emotional victory in the 76-lap “John Blewett III Memorial” for Modified stock cars at Wall Stadium, Wall Township, on Aug. 25. The annual memorial event is…
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Georgian Court hires Harvey to coach two men’s sports
Brett Harvey, who is currently the head coach of the Georgian Court University women’s cross country and track and field programs and was the 2012 NCAA East Region Track and Field Coach of the Year, has been selected to coach the new men’s programs at Georgian Court in Lakewood. Georgian Court will become fully coeducational…
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Missry works with newcomers as Jaguars polish their game
BY WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent Jackson Memorial Jackson Memorial High School’s girls basketball Group IV state championship in March has pushed the players hard during the offseason and in the Belmar Summer League as the Jaguars face an overhaul of their lineup behind standout returnee Hannah Missry. “Last season really set the bar and the young…
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Pineland Karate School in Jackson has announced the following black belt promotions: Sensei David Leviton, fourth degree; Sensei Albert Del Cristo, fifth degree; Sensei Scott Maraldo, fourth degree; Sensei Patrick Bean, third degree; Sarah Rucki, first degree; Brandon Graser, first degree; Krystal Bradley, first degree; Kolton Rucki, junior black belt.
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Lions try to find a way to win the close games
BY WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent Jackson Liberty The Jackson Liberty High School football team is gearing up for its 2012 season opener against the Wall Crimson Knights on Sept. 7 in Jackson. “The last two years we had more talent, but we have a chance to be a better team with teamwork,” Lions’ coach Tim Osborn…
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Jaguars working hard as season opener nears
Jackson Memorial coach is putting new faces in lineup for 2012 football season BY WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent Jackson Memorial High School’s Joe DeMaio gets set to throw a pass during a football tri-scrimmage the Jaguars participated in with Manasquan and Point Pleasant Borough on Aug. 27 in Point Pleasant. Nick Trent (61) does the blocking…
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pick of the week Asbury Park Labor Day Bar-B-Q
The Asbury Park Labor Day Bar-B-Q serves up barbeque and festival snacks, a mix of live music, daily stage performances by the Boys & Girls Club, entertainment, and games and rides for the entire family. The BBQ is held in Bradley Park on Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park and takes place Sept. 1 and 2…
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