• Lidia Bastianich at Dearborn Nov. 2

    HOLMDEL— Lidia Bastianich, chef, author, restaurateur and host of “Lidia’s Italy in America,” will return to Dearborn Market, 2170 Route 35, Holmdel, Nov. 2, to sign copies of her latest book, “Lidia’s Italy in America,” which will be available for purchase. The signing will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. and will include special…

  • Enjoy autumn in Monmouth’s parks

    LINCROFT — There’s lots to be thankful for this November, including the many activities offered by the Monmouth County Park System. Throughout the month, the park system has planned family-friendly activities. The schedule is as follows: Stirring Up History, 1-4 p.m. Nov. 5 at Historic Walnford, Walnford Road, Upper Freehold. Watch a spoon take shape.…

  • Volunteers needed for beach cleanup Saturday

    ABERDEEN — The Aberdeen Township Environmental and Shade Tree Advisory Board in conjunction with Clean Ocean Action and Monmouth County Clean Communities is seeking volunteers of all ages for a beach cleanup on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon, at Cliffwood Beach Park . The event will take place rain or shine. Volunteers can sign…

  • $15K grant will help boost school security

    HAZLET — The township Public School District was awarded a nearly $15,000 grant by the New Jersey School BoardsAssociation Insurance Group (NJSBAIG) at the group’s Oct. 6 regional sub fund meeting. According to a press release from the district, the grant “rewards the district for its commitment to risk management and must be used to…

  • Keyport mulls use of red-light cameras

    BYMIKE DAVIS Staff Writer KEYPORT — Borough Council members are weighing the option of installing red-light cameras at various intersections in an effort to promote safety and bring in new revenue. At the Oct. 4 meeting, the council heard a presentation by Peter McNearney, a representative from Redflex Traffic Systems. “Only the police can make…

  • Candidates Night set for Oct. 27 in Lincroft

    The Lincroft Village Green Association (LVGA) is hosting a Candidates Night 7-9 p.m. Oct. 27 at Lincroft School on Newman Springs Road. The candidates for Middletown Township Committee and the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders will answer questions presented by the League of Women Voters and compiled by members of the LVGA. The public…

  • Keyport first responders sponsor Halloween Parade

    KEYPORT – Police, fire and emergency personnel will host the borough’s annual Emergency Services Halloween Parade on Sunday, Oct. 30. Children who want to participate should meet at Fireman’s Park at noon. The parade will begin at 12:30 p.m. and end at Keyport Central School. Costumes will be judged at 1 p.m. There are several…

  • Matawan to begin leaf recycling program

    The Matawan Department of Public Works will begin picking up leaves on Monday, Oct. 24. DPWwillmake every effort to keep to the schedule as it is posted in this year’s recycling brochure; however, inclement weather and mechanical problems with equipment may slow the process, according to a press release from the borough. Residents may begin…

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