• Nominate a ‘Woman of Distinction’

    The American Heart Association is accepting nominations for its sixth annual New Jersey Go Red for Women “Woman of Distinction” award sponsored by Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. The award recognizes New Jersey women who have made an exceptional dedication to raising awareness about issues affecting women across the state. Nominations will…

  • Boro plans for downtown growth, new park in 2012

    Matawan mayor says communication with residents is a priority BY NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer MATAWAN — Promoting the growth of the downtown and establishing better communication with residents are among the borough’s objectives for 2012, according to Mayor Paul Buccellato. “Our main goal is to maintain services to the residents and to do it in…

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    Skits, musical performances, poetry and inspirational prayers that focused on the theme “Remembering Our Past, Moving Toward the Future” were part of a community tribute to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. hosted by local churches on Jan. 14 at the Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School. FRANK GALIPO

  • ‘Now is the time to join Dr. King’s dream’

    The 23rd annual YMCA MLK breakfast calls on younger generation to serve BY KRISTEN DALTON Staff Writer Members of the Youth Choir at St. Stephen AME Zion Church of Asbury Park perform “Lift Every Voice and Sing” at the Community YMCA’s 23rd annual breakfast celebrating the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther…

  • Holmdel’s DiMaso wins freeholder seat

    Deputy mayor sworn in after two rounds of voting by county GOP BYMIKE DAVIS Staff Writer After being sworn in, Freeholder Serena DiMaso calls her parents with news of her election to the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders at a special convention on Jan. 14 at Colts Neck High School. PHOTOS BY MIKE DAVIS…

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    “Remembering Our Past, Moving Toward the Future” was the theme of a community tribute to the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. hosted by local churches that included skits, musical performances, poetry and prayer on Jan. 14 at Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School. FRANK GALIPO

  • Mid’town BOE backs taking budget off ballot

    Board to opt for November elections under new law By Mike Davis Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN — The school board is expected to vote in favor of moving the annual school board election to November, taking advantage of a new state law that could also remove the school budget from the ballot. At the Jan. 18…

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    Jackson Renegades girls fast pitch softball is looking for players to complete its rosters for the 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U and 18U divisions. Interested players should send an email to [email protected] to arrange for a personal tryout.

  • Jaguars gearing up for bowling stretch drive

    BY WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent A fter a quiet sixth-place showing by the Jackson Memorial High School boys bowling team in the Brick Tournament two weeks ago, the Jaguars were back to making noise in the Winter Classic, where they finished second behind Manchester High School on Jan. 14 at Carolier Lanes in North Brunswick, Middlesex…

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