• ‘Hair of the Dog’ 5K to 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…

  • 2 freeholders seek ouster of all Brookdale trustees

    Curley: Others should follow lead of Howard Birdsall and resign from panel BY ANDREW DAVISON With the resignation of Brookdale Community College Board of Trustees Chairman Howard Birdsall announced last week, Monmouth County Freeholders John Curley andAmy Mallet are calling for more change at the county college. “It’s time for all of the board members…

  • 180 Turning Lives Around hosts Kites for Kids

    180 Turning LivesAround, of Hazlet, and Jenkinson’s, of Point Pleasant Beach, are teaming up once again to present a day filled with kite-flying, prizes, rides, food, games and beach activities. Kites for Kids will be held Saturday, May 21, beginning at 11 a.m.; it is open to children ages 4 to 15, who must be…

  • Concert will support military personnel

    The Community Christian Choir will present “One Nation Under God,” a patriotic benefit concert that will support military personnel serving overseas. The performance will be held 7 p.m. May 21 at the Stone Bridge Middle School, 1252 Yardville-Allentown Road, Allentown. The event will benefit the American Red Cross of New Jersey’s “Adopt a Unit” program…

  • Memorial Day parade scheduled for May 30

    Millstone’s annual Memorial Day parade will be held Monday, May 30. The start time is 10 a.m. The parade will start at the Clarksburg post office, located on Route 524/Stagecoach Road, and end at the veterans memorial next to the municipal building. Residents attending this year’s Memorial Day ceremony will have the opportunity once again…

  • Medical marijuana plan appears to be on hold

    State attorney general is asking federal govt. to clarify certain issues BYMARK ROSMAN Staff Writer MANALAPAN — Don’t make plans to buy medical marijuana on Route 33 in Manalapan in the very near future. The state’s plan to license and operate a medical marijuana dispensary in a commercial complex on Route 33 west near the…

  • Avon-by-the-Sea: Modern amenities couched in Victorian charm

    White beaches, beautiful boardwalk, waterfront dining draw visitors year-round BY CHRISTINA HABERSTROH Staff Writer Avon boardwalk A s the warm weather approaches, gather with family and friends and explore the historic and delightful town of Avon-by-the-Sea. This tiny Monmouth County borough, 60 miles from New York and Philadelphia, is packed with personality and is surrounded…

  • Afghans depicting Allentown sites for sale

    The Women’s Association of Allentown has blue, green and cranberry afghans for sale. The afghans depict Allentown’s school, lake, homes and more. Each afghan costs $45. All money raised goes back to the community through donations to various charities in the local area. Afghans can be purchased at the Allentown Library or by contacting Janice…

  • 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…

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