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Freehold Township Senior all-stars win district, section crowns
By Tim Morris The Freehold Township Little League Senior League all-star team may have fallen one game short of a state championship, but it was not short on championship heart. “We showed a lot of character, a lot of determination,” manager Mitch Roth said. “They really wanted that state championship. They really pulled together.” Freehold…
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Open Space Pace returns to Freehold Raceway
The Open Space Pace returns to Freehold Raceway Sept. 17 for its 5th annual Parade and Festival. The Open Space Pace is a non-profit organization with a mission to celebrate the horse, New Jersey’s official state animal, and to promote open space in our nation’s most densely populated state. The Open Space Pace raises funds…
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Freehold Township Major League all-stars advance to state tourney
By Tim Morrs “It’s been a wonderful ride,” said Jeff Gorman, the manager of the Freehold Township Little League’s Major League all-star team. “It’s not over yet.” The ride has taken the all-stars all the way to the state tournament, which begins July 28 in Gloucester City. Playing on its home field July 21, Freehold…
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Haskell Invitational field has challengers to Nyquist
The field is taking shape for the 49th renewal of the Grade 1, $1 million betfair.com Haskell Invitational July 31. Leading the entrants is Kentucky Derby winner and 2-year-old champion Nyquist, who is making his first start since the Preakness. He looks to regain his place among the top 3-year-olds in the country. Taking on…
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Fall slow-pitch softball leagues forming in Middlesex County
Teams are being sought for the Fall session of Middlesex County Parks and Recreation Office’s Adult Slow-Pitch Softball Leagues. Those interested can register now. All leagues begin play in late August of 2016. There are four separate leagues to join: Monday Men’s, Tuesday Men’s, Wednesday Co-ed and Thursday Co-ed. The two field locations are Thomas…
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Marlboro teen will compete in regional video game event
By Peter Elacqua Staff Writer MARLBORO – Spending some free time playing a popular video game has paid off for Marlboro resident Justin Lax, 16, who will travel to Columbus, Ohio, this fall to compete in the “World of Warcraft” Arena Americas Regionals. “World of Warcraft” is an online multiplayer video game that allows players…
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Late rally puts Lincroft in district championship game
By Matthew Rocco With a trip to the Little League Junior League Eastern Regional Tournament on the line, Lincroft entered the District 19 finals with the momentum of a thrilling comeback win. The Lincroft All-Star baseball team found itself in an early 7-0 hole against Tinton Falls in the third game of district play July…
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Middletown stands firm in its opposition of JCP&L project
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN — Residents and community members are united in their support that the township opposes Jersey Central Power & Light’s Monmouth County Reliability Project. That was evident during a recent Township Committee meeting when a packed crowd of residents and community members showed their support as the governing body…
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Meeting discusses possible health risks of EMF exposure
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer HAZLET — Opposition to Jersey Central Power & Light’s Monmouth County Reliability Project continues to grow as hundreds gathered at Raritan High School to hear a presentation regarding the potential health effects the project could have on children and adults. The presentation, “Health Effects of EMF Fields from High…
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