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Master Gardeners available to speak
Rutgers Master Gardeners of Monmouth County have speakers available to educate the public on almost any gardening topic. In addition to presentations, a panel of expert Master Gardeners can be furnished to discuss or answer questions on all horticultural topics. For more information, contact Bernie Dickman by email at [email protected] or 732-671-2636.
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Free programs offered at library
RED BANK — While special summer events are being offered, regular programming continues at the Red Bank Public Library throughout August. Registration is ongoing for three adult department programs coming in September. “Job Search for the 40+ Worker” with Nancy Anderson of Blackbird Learning Associates will take place Sept. 5. The 10-month writing workshop “Write…
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Honesty and compassion needed at Longstreet Farm
Longstreet Farm is a charming educational place to visit and enjoy. The old time beauty can truly take your breath away and your visit there is long remembered after you leave. I think everyone does agree Longstreet Farm is a historic gem in Monmouth County. Yet with all that said, I was very disturbed to…
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Local group stands in solidarity with Sikhs
I n the wake of the tragic attack at the Sikh Gurudwara in Wisconsin, as members of the board of the Monmouth Center for World Religions and Ethical Thought, we would like to state publicly our warm embrace and friendship with our Sikh neighbors. We affirm and give thanks for our Sikh neighbors as fellow…
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NPS brings flawed track record to plan for Hook
One and a half years have passed since the National Park Service (NPS) last held general management planning (GMP) meetings concerning the future of Sandy Hook, which produced nothing except criticism from the public for the three-day, closed meeting conducted at NPS headquarters at Fort Hancock. What was discussed and/or decided at this secret meeting…
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Brookdale to host recruitment sessions
SHREWSBURY — Community members who are looking to brush up on job skills; meet new people while learning something new; or are considering going back to school but are not sure how to get started can access educational programs and lifelong learning opportunities at Brookdale Community College. Brookdale’s Office of Recruitment Services will present two…
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State official says tourism boosts small businesses
Tourism chief tells women in business grants are available to promote travel destinations BY NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer Grace Hanlon (l-r), director of the N.J. Division of Travel and Tourism, and restaurateur Marilyn Schlossbach and Lea Shave, director of the Northern Monmouth County Chamber of Commerce, during the Women in Business Luncheon on Aug. 2.…
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Marine Corps charter school to develop character, leadership
Providing support for veterans key component of community service project BY KRISTEN DALTON Staff Writer EATONTOWN — A piece of Fort Monmouth property may become the future home of the Marine Corps Character and Leadership Charter School, which is hoping for a 2014 opening. “We’re looking at any properties that would be conducive to putting…
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