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Stallion’s four sons race in North America Cup
Four of the 10 finalists in the $1.5 million Pepsi North America Cup on June 16 atMohawk Raceway in Campbellville, Ontario, were sons of New Jersey-based stallion Rocknroll Hanover. Pet Rock, A Rocknroll Dance, Time To Roll and Simply Business represented their sire, Rocknroll Hanover, in the 3-year-old pacing stakes contested over the seveneighths mile…
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Brookdale needs a new start, beginning with a new Board of Trustees
A s a longtime Monmouth County resident, I’ve been following the news about Brookdale Community College since last spring. I am deeply disturbed by the questionable actions of the Board of Trustees for approving a lavish contract for the former president, while allowing him to misuse taxpayer and tuition dollars. In light of this pattern…
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Teachers who bully students must be removed
The recent incident of a Cherry Hill student in special education being bullied by teachers has created a firestorm of discussion and activity. The good that can come from this is that it draws attention to the issue and will hopefully result in measures being swiftly put in place to stop this kind of abuse.…
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Allentown’s parking plan doesn’t add up
I own and manage several commercial properties with ample off-street parking in Allentown’s central business district. Since 2001, I’ve also lived in the central business district, so I’m familiar with the traffic, trash and trucks that come with living downtown. But with all that, I still enjoy living in the heart of Allentown on Main…
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Roosevelt looks to clear streams, lower water table
BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent ROOSEVELT — The borough continues to seek ways to clear local streams of logs, which may be contributing to the rising water table in the town. At the June 11 Borough Council meeting, officials discussed possible remedies and avenues of approach. Councilman Tom Curry said a person who uses draft horses…
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Liquor license sold, offices open five days in Roosevelt
BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent ROOSEVELT — The borough’s sole liquor license, inactive since 2005, has a new owner. At the June 11 council meeting, the governing body accepted the bid of Kanigiri P. Gade, of 6NurkoRoad in the borough, to purchase the plenary retail distribution license for $50,100. According to Borough Attorney Richard Shaklee, Gade…
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Millstone Girl Scouts earn Gold Awards
Mayor honors girls for improving community BY SARAWALLACH Correspondent Millstone Mayor Nancy Grbelja stands with Gold Award recipients Kaitlyn Kohlhepp (l-r), Mary Giffen and Mary Babin during an awards presentation May 16. PHOTO COURTESY OF SALLY MALONEY The Gold Award is the highest award a Girl Scout can earn as a teenager. It is intended…
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Allentown shines at Jersey Classic Horse Show
Newbie garners three blue ribbons at Horse Park event BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent Taylor Ferguson, East Brunswick, sits astride Glissade at the Jersey Classic Horse Show. The mare took home three blue ribbons. VICKI WRIGHT, HORSENSEAPHOTOGRAPHY Local exhibitors stood out at the annual Jersey Classic Horse Show, held June 8-10 at the Horse Park of…
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