• Jedlinski twins inspiring Patriots’ tennis team

    BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer Freehold Township High School’s Francis Jedlinski returns a shot to his opponent during the Patriots’ victory over Marlboro on April 27. ERIC SUCAR staff I n tennis, a sport that is as individual as it gets, it is uncommon to find an outstanding player who is committed to the team.…

  • Mills, 2nd, Gaona, 3rd, in county golf tourney

    Colts Neck High School girls golf coach Doug Phillips knew he was getting a special talent in freshman Emily Mills. “Emily came in with a great record already, having won the Shark River club championship at age 12,” said Phillips. Mills made an impact immediately for the Cougars, leading them to a 7-0 dual meet…

  • N.J. launches free web-based saltwater fishing registry

    The Christie Administration has launched the state’s free web-based saltwater fishing registry, keeping recreational saltwater fishing in New Jersey a sport that anyone can enjoy without having to pay fees. “This registry allows us to comply with a federal mandate to have a system in place to collect better data from recreational anglers and better…

  • Classroom drive helps Buffone in athletics

    Manalapan High School senior will attend U.S. Naval Academy BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer Manalapan High School senior Thomas Buffone has used his classroom zeal to become an accomplished track and field performer. The success Buffone has garnered throwing the shot put (he qualified for the Penn Relays as well as the NJSIAAMeet of Champions),…

  • Braves capture A North baseball crown

    Manalapan H.S. squad sets sights on tournaments BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer Manalapan High School pitcher Jake Winston (r) huddles with teammates on the mound before the start of an inning during the Braves’ 3-0 victory over Jackson Memorial High School on May 5 in Manalapan. Winston pitched six innings of four-hit ball to earn…

  • Wine festival coming to Lakewood

    The Lakewood BlueClaws will host the Jersey ShoreWine Festival on June 4-5 at FirstEnergy Park, Lakewood. The festival will help promote New Jersey wines and increase the public’s familiarity with varietals produced in New Jersey. Festival hours are noon to 5 p.m. daily and admission is $15 in advance or $18 at the gate for…

  • Elizabeth Patten Megill

    Mrs. Megill, 82, of Howell, died May 5, 2011, atMeridian Subacute Rehabilitation, Wall. She was a graduate of St. Vincent’s School of Nursing, Montclair. Mrs. Megill was a volunteer and chairman of the Coffee Shop at CentraState Medical Center (formerly Freehold Area Hospital) Freehold Township. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles Megill, in 1989;…

  • Jorge F. Chacon

    Mr. Chacon, 77, of Manalapan, formerly of Bergenfield, died April 26, 2011, at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. Born in Cuba, he moved to the U.S. with his family in the 1960s. He became a civil engineer and worked most recently for the New York City Board of Education, retiring in 1998. Surviving are his…

  • Julia C. Rocco

    Mrs. Rocco, 94, of Freehold, died April 26, 2011, at home. Prior to retiring, she was the owner and operator of Julia’s Drive-In, Marlboro. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph, in 1984; a brother, Walter Novak; and two sisters, Catherine Nagrant and Amiela Milkovich. Surviving are two sons and daughters in-law, John and MaryAnn…

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