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Jackson police still seeking public’s help on burglaries
BY ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer JACKSON — Awave of residential burglaries that vexed Jackson at the end of 2011 has seen a sharp downturn in recent months, according to Jackson police, because of increased cooperation on the part of residents. Police said while the numbers are down, the situation has not completely gone away. “They…
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‘Wizard of Oz’ features local actors
Marybeth Jacobson of Colts Neck will appear as Glinda the Good Witch and Aunt Em in a revival of “The Wizard of Oz.” Marybeth Jacobson of Colts Neck will appear as Glinda the Good Witch and Aunt Em in Phoenix Productions’ revival of “The Wizard of Oz” for two weekends at the Count Basie Theatre,…
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Resource fair for caregivers, providers set for April 16 in Jackson
A Providers Resource Fair, sponsored by the Jackson Special Education Advisory Council, will be held 7-9 p.m. Monday, April 16, at Jackson Liberty High School, 125 North Hope Chapel Road, Jackson. The fair, which is open to the public, aims to provide parents, caregivers, educators and providers with information about resources available for the special-needs…
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Howell school officials tout tax levy decrease in budget
BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer HOWELL — Howell K-8 School District administrators and members of the Board of Education heralded the adoption of a $112 million budget for the 2012-13 school year as one that meets district goals while providing relief for taxpayers. The budget, which was adopted unanimously by the board after a brief…
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Parker Quartet to perform at historic Freehold church
FREEHOLD — The Parker Quartet, which won a Grammy Award in 2011 for Best Chamber Music Performance, will bring its talent and unique sound to St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, Throckmorton Street, Freehold Borough, for a performance on May 5. “This is an opportunity for music lovers in central New Jersey to see this exciting string…
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Changing tides: Resurgence of business after dreams washed away
Allentown shop to make a comeback following devastating flood damage BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer Janet Tafrow, who owns the Quilter’s Cottage in Allentown with her husband, Denny, lays out a piece of fabric at the shop as she prepares to reopen the business. PHOTOS BY ERIC SUCAR staff A twist on an old saying…
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Joe Giacalone slides into home plate as pitcher Vin Russo covers during a practice session in the Howell North Little League on April 5. Little League baseball is swinging into action this weekend for thousands of children in the area. CLAIRE SHEPROW
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Utility rates will increase in Ramtown section of Howell
Brick Township authority serves 1,900 accounts in part of Howell BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer Water and sewer rates for about 1,900 accounts in the Ramtown section of Howell that are served by the Brick Township Municipal Utilities Authority (BTMUA) are set to increase 3.9 percent. According to authority officials, 1,876 of the customers are…
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Plan for Catholic cemetery gains preliminary approval
Attorney says work at site in Jackson is not expected to begin for several years BY ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer The Diocese of Trenton’s plan to develop a cemetery in Jackson has received preliminary site plan approval from the Jackson Planning Board. The board granted approval for a new 18-acre cemetery on April 2, much…
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