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Burden should be on terrorists, not Americans
There has been a lot of discussion recently about airport security. As a citizen, I have no problem doing my part and submitting to scanners or full-body searches in an effort to avert terrorism. I do have a problem with our government putting the burden and inconvenience on innocent Americans who wish to travel. The…
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HHS grad objects to pay-to-participate plan
A lthough I grew up in Marlboro, I am a 1998 graduate of Howell High School’s Humanities program. I cannot say how vehemently I disagree with the Freehold Regional High School District’s proposal to institute a pay-to-participate plan for sports and extracurricular activities . To begin with the obvious, there are many, many families who…
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Zombies will scare up fashion, music for film
A zombie-themed fashion show fundraiser is being organized by Jackson event planner and fashion mask designer Sandy Foley to help raise funds for the production of a film called “Blood Lodge.” The fundraiser will be held from 6-10 p.m. March 6 at The Mansion nightclub, 108 Brick Plaza, Brick Township. “Blood Lodge,” written and directed…
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Belmar offers an array of things to do
Treasures of the Jersey Shore Introduction to new feature: New Jersey has an abundance of places where visitors and residents alike can enjoy their leisure time. The towns along the shore have a magical draw and sparkle like gems when the sunshine hits the waves, making them true treasures. It doesn’t have to be summertime…
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Library to host Girl Power Weekend
The Monmouth County Library will host a weekend dedicated to teen girls and the “special” women in their lives —whether they are moms, grandmothers, sisters, aunts, teachers or mentors. The “Girl Power Weekend: Dare to Be Remarkable” will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. March 5 and from 1:30-4:30 p.m. March 6 at…
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on campus
Jeffrey Striks, the son of Marni and Michael Striks of Freehold Township, has been named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at Rider University, Lawrenceville. Jeffrey is a 2010 graduate of Freehold Township High School. Esteban Martinez, son of Elba Cruz and brother of Manny Martinez of Manalapan, has been named to the…
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datebook
“Is Weight Loss Surgery Right for You?” will be presented by Earl Noyan, M.D., from 7-8 p.m. March 2 at CentraState’s Star and Barry Tobias Health Awareness Center, Freehold Township. The lecture is free, but registration is required. Details: 732-308-0570. CentraState Thrift Shop in the Rug Mill Plaza, 20 Jackson St., Freehold, is…
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H.S students may be required to pay for sports, activities
BY REBECCAMORTON Staff Writer A thletics and activities may come at a cost to families in the Freehold Regional High School District under a pay-to-participate plan that Board of Education members are considering for the 2011-12 school year. The plan as introduced by Business Administrator Sean Boyce during the board’s Feb. 15 meeting in Englishtown…
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