• Breeders, trainers see privatization as leg up for horse industry

    BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent Gov. Chris Christie signed two agreements last week that could help transform the state’s horseracing industry. Christie approved an agreement on May 12 allowing Jeff Gural, owner of the Vernon Downs and Tioga Downs racetracks in New York, to take over the Meadowlands Racetrack. That same day, the governor also approved…

  • Decorate a flamingo for makeover contest

    The Allentown Public Library is kicking off a flamingo-decorating contest. Adopt one of the library’s used flamingos for $35 and give it a makeover. Dress it, decorate it, paint it and then enter it in the Best Makeover Contest by June 23. Flamingos will be on display for public voting at the Freedom Fest State…

  • Allentown Hidden Gardens tour June 4

    Home gardens in the historic borough of Allentown and the surrounding areas will be open to the public on June 4 as part of the Allentown Garden Club’s sixth Hidden Gardens Tour. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. Advance tickets can be purchased for $10 at the…

  • Sandy Hook’s Ocean Fun Day on May 22

    Residents are invited to bring the family to Ocean Fun Day from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 22 at Sandy Hook and explore the wonders of the Jersey Shore. There will be hands-on exhibits, classes, nature tours and children’s activities, and marine scientists and researchers will show how to preserve New Jersey’s coastal resources…

  • Small-dog adoption day set for May 21

    Asmall-dog rescue adoption day will be held 1-4 p.m. May 21 (rain date May 22) at the Stagecoach Pizzeria, Route 537, Millstone. Go to www.woofmanor.petfinder.com to select a dog and email [email protected] to request a doggie meeting.

  • Open space clambake fundraiser slated

    The Millstone Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Council will host its fifth annual clambake fundraiser June 5 at Wagner Farm Park in Millstone. Limited tickets are available and must be purchased in advance. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children and can be purchased by contacting Lori Maher at 732- 446-4249, ext.…

  • Church will hold used clothing fundraiser

    The Christian Education Committee at the United Presbyterian Church of Millstone is sponsoring a used clothing drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 12 in the church parking lot, 221 Millstone Road, Millstone. All donations should be tied in plastic bags. The church will receive money for every pound collected.

  • Allentown Lions host Memorial Day parade

    The Allentown Lions Club Memorial Day parade will be held rain or shine beginning at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 30. Parade goers are advised to arrive by 9:30 a.m. due toMain Street and High Street road closures. A memorial service will follow the parade on the Allentown grammar school grounds. Visit www.AllentownLions.com for more…

  • ‘Hair of the Dog’ will benefit homeless pets

    Registration is now open for the fourth annual “Hair of the Dog” 5K race to be held 10 a.m. May 22 at Silver Decoy Winery. The event, organized by Tri State Weimaraner Rescue and Res-Q-Pets Animal Rescue, will benefit homeless pets. Runners/walkers will receive complimentary goody bags, snacks, water, a raffle entry, a Silver Decoy…

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