• Bullying incidents nearly nonexistent at UFRSD

    Superintendent touts schools’ proactive approach BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer UPPER FREEHOLD — If officials in the Upper Freehold Regional School District (UFRSD) have their way, bullying in the schools will be kept at bay. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Richard Fitzpatrick stressed the district’s commitment to ensuring safe schools for all students after presenting the…

  • Millstone BOE clarifies consequences for bullying

    H.I.B. incidents don’t necessarily mar students’ permanent records BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent MILLSTONE — Students found complicit under the Board of Education’s harassment, bullying and intimidation (H.I.B.) policy may only have the information going into their permanent file under certain circumstances. At a recent meeting, board member Patrick Whalen said he was concerned about what…

  • Millstone schools’ bond refinance to reap benefits for district

    Bd. of Education anticipates $1.1 million in savings over coming decade BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent MILLSTONE — The township’s school district is ending 2011 with anticipated financial benefits for the coming years. By refinancing bonds, the district is slated to save more than $1 million over the next decade. Back in September, the Board of…

  • Before you step under the mistletoe …

    Mistletoe is one of our most iconic holiday symbols. You see it in pictures, hear about it in familiar carols, and either look for it or avoid it depending on your romantic status! But what do you really know about the plant, the origins of the many customs surrounding its use, and New Jersey’s unique…

  • Trotters on for 2012 at the Meadowlands

    Harness racing to begin Jan. 6 Horsemen in New Jersey got the best of all gifts: the guarantee that there will be racing at the Meadowlands Racetrack in 2012. The New Jersey Racing Commission awarded the license to operate harness racing at the Meadowlands Racetrack to Jeff Gural and partners Dec. 20, according to the…

  • Roosevelt dog has his day at national show

    Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever competes in AKC/Eukanuba National Championship BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer Jennifer Hollis and Dodger, a grand champion Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, take a moment outside of the American Kennel Club/Eukanuba National Championship in Orlando, Fla. Jennifer Hollis loves entering her baby in beauty contests — so much so that…

  • Allentown lauds councilman for 35 years of service

    Dan Zorovich reflects on community service career BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer A llentown officials recently bid farewell to a man who has given decades of service to the town. Councilman Dan Zorovich, who has held posts on the Environmental Commission, Planning Board and Borough Council over a span of 35 years, is retiring from…

  • Tiny ‘elves’ make cards to show compassion for troops

    Kiddie Academy Santa’s Workshop event recognizes soldiers in Afghanistan BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer Children at the Kiddie Academy of Upper Freehold make holiday cards for troops in Afghanistan as part of a Santa’s Workshop event at the school Dec. 22. JEFF GRANIT staff While students at the Kiddie Academy of Upper Freehold are all…

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