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    Naturalist Kristin Ward (r) leads a family on a bird walk along a trail at the Manasquan Reservoir in Howell. Boat tours of the reservoir and walking tours of the property are popular summer activities for residents of and visitors to Monmouth County. LAUREN CASSELBERRY

  • Residents irate with tax bills

    Reassessment in Howell and revised tax rates send some bills soaring BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer Many Howell residents, particularly from the Equestra at Colts Neck Crossing adult community on Route 33, Howell, received some unpleasant news in the mail recently — their tax bill. Hundreds of residents criticized the increases in their property tax…

  • Maximum MPG

    You don’t have to trade in your car for one with better fuel economy to save money at the pump. Most drivers can negate the financial effect of higher fuel prices simply by altering their driving habits and keeping their cars in top shape. Here’s some mileage-boosting advice courtesy of the Car Care Council in…

  • Just ahead: higher prices for previously owned autos

    Get set for higher prices on fuel-efficient pre-owned small cars this summer, as gas prices approach — perhaps exceed — record highs. Based on an analysis of the correlation between fuel costs and used-car values in recent years, auto research website CarGurus.com says we can expect to see prices on fuel efficient small cars in…

  • Too fast, too expensive

    ‘Dream no small dreams for they have no power to move the hearts of men.” German philosopher Goethe said that nearly two centuries ago, with today’s biggest dreamers focusing their attention on the latest “supercar” to come from Ferrari, the recently unveiled F12 Berlinetta. You can pine for one, but it’s not likely you’ll ever…

  • Q&A

    with Sharon Peters Credible credit Q: Our son is 23 and trying to get car insurance after not having a car for two years. He got a few horrifically high quotes, and they’re telling him it’s because of credit reports. It’s true that he’s had a bad couple of years, but have you ever heard…

  • Gloria Nilson Realtors unveils new elegant homes division catering to luxury home needs

    Gloria Nilson Realtors, Real Living officially announces the launch of its Elegant Homes International division. Luxury homes are typically something separate and apart from a typical residence, and as such, listings for those properties are best handled by those who understand the luxury home market best. Following quickly on the heels of the New Jersey…

  • Young couple returns to New Jersey and starts fresh at The Vue in New Brunswick

    Naresh Tanna and Dr. Renuka Ati Tanna were recently married and ready for a fresh start on life. The couple, who had been living in Boston, wanted to return to their roots in New Jersey where they were both raised and attended Rutgers University. One of their first goals upon returning to the Garden State…

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    The Cheesequake Baseball Fall Travel League is looking for teams to join it. The fall league is only for U12 50/70, U13/U14 60/90 and U14/U15 60/90. The fall schedule is Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 6:30 p.m., as well as Saturdays and Sundays at 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. This is going to be a…

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