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Ethics complaint against councilwoman dismissed
BY JACK MURTHA Staff Writer MARLBORO — The Marlboro Ethics Board has voted unanimously to dismiss an ethics complaint that was filed against Councilwoman Randi Marder. Board members determined there was not sufficient evidence to conclude that Marder violated township code, according to the decision. “I am pleased with the Ethics Board’s decision, but not…
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Women charged with prostitution at Freehold Twp. massage center
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP — A monthlong investigation into suspicious activity at the Grand Health Massage Center, Thoreau Drive, led to charges of illegal prostitution being filed against two women. A press release issued by Freehold Township police Detective Lt. George Baumann stated that members of the Freehold Township Detective Bureau…
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Surfer artist reflects on roots in Howell
As seen in The Beach Beat.com BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer Howell native Jay Alders has become a renowned painter of surrealistic surfers and beach scenes. Alders, who now lives in Florida, will be making an appearance at the Algonquin Theatre, Manasquan, on July 27 in conjunction with a performance by G. Love. SEAN DAVEY…
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New light expected to improve traffic movement
Residents lobbied for signal at Rt. 537 and Gravel Hill Rd. in Freehold Township BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer Freehold Township residents who pushed local and county representatives to install a traffic signal at a busy intersection saw their efforts bear fruit on July 12 when Monmouth County officials activated a traffic light at…
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FRHSD board OKs merit pay for Sampson
Rules that set salary cap allow for an annual bonus if certain goals are reached BY JACK MURTHA Staff Writer The Freehold Regional High School District Board of Education has approved a merit payment for Superintendent of Schools Charles Sampson. The board took the action at its July 16 meeting. To receive the merit payment,…
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Jack Kowalski, 9, proudly shows the fish he caught in Lake Topanemus during a fishing derby that was one of may activities that took place at Olde Freehold Day, a community celebration that was held at Lake Topanemus Park, Freehold Township, on July 21. ERIC SUCAR staff
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Suspects sought in Morganville burglary
MARLBORO — Law enforcement agencies are investigating an incident that was reported on July 25 at a residence in the Morganville section of Marlboro. Officers from the Marlboro Police Department responded to a report of a burglary at 1:38 p.m. at 25 Opatut Ct., off Crine Road, said Marc LeMieux, Director of Investigations of the…
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Rabid bat in Manalapan leads to public warning
MANALAPAN — The Manalapan Health Department and Western Monmouth Animal Control are alerting residents that a bat with rabies was found in Manalapan on July 15. The bat, described as being very lethargic, was found outside a residence, according to a press release. The homeowner proceeded to place the bat in a container which…
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Suspects sought in Manalapan Gulf robbery
MANALAPAN — Police are searching for two men who robbed a gas station convenience store in the early morning hours of July 30. According to a press release issued by Manalapan police Capt. Michael Fountain, officers from the Manalapan Police Department, the Freehold Township Police Department and the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Department responded to the…
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