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Police expect to implement body worn cameras
By Mark Rosman Staff Writer MANALAPAN – Police officers in Manalapan are expected to join the ranks of law enforcement agencies nationwide whose personnel are equipped with body worn cameras that record an officer’s interactions with members of the public. At a recent meeting of the Township Committee, the governing body accepted a grant from…
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Fire at 200-year-old home under investigation
By Kayla J. Marsh Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN – The cause of a structure fire that broke out in the Navesink section of the township is currently under investigation by the Middletown Township Fire Prevention Office, according to authorities. At approximately 8:10 p.m. on Feb. 26, the Middletown Township Fire Department was dispatched to 348 Hillside…
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Holmdel introduces 2016 budget
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer HOLMDEL- The Township Council has introduced its $22 million spending plan for the fiscal year 2016-2017 that includes a $14.5 million tax levy. The council introduced the budget during the March 1 Township Council meeting. The budget represents an increase from last year’s $21.9 million budget that included a $14.4…
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Food pantry thanks community for donations
The Matawan Community Food Pantry would like to thank the following groups for making the 2015 year easier for over 85 families in Matawan and Aberdeen: Altered Image in Matawan, Cub Scout Pack 66 in Matawan, Cub Scout Pack 92 in Hazlet, Chestnut Station Apartments in Aberdeen, community members who gave food donations or monetary…
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Registration opens for preschool summer programs
The Early Learning Center of Temple Shalom at 5 Ayrmont Lane in Aberdeen is accepting registrations for its summer programs for toddlers and preschoolers. The Fill the Gaps program is for children age 2-5 and will run from June 20 to July 1 or Aug. 22 to Sept. 2. Classes will be held Tuesday through Thursday from…
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Church to host egg hunt March 26
Middletown United Methodist Church will host a Community Egg Hunt and Party for children in preschool through grade 5 at 11 a.m. March 26 at 924 Middletown-Lincroft Road, Middletown. The event will also feature food, story time and crafts. Bring a friend and a basket to collect eggs. For more information, call 732-671-0707 or visit…
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Volunteers sought for domestic violence response team
The Holmdel Township Police Department is currently recruiting volunteers to serve on its Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT). Applications are being accepted. 180 Turning Lives Around (180) will conduct an intensive 40-hour mandatory training course for DVRT volunteers from 6-9:30 p.m. April 4-28, each Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, in the courtroom at the Hazlet Township…
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‘Shortest’ St. Patrick’s Day parade slated
The sixth annual New Jersey Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Dinner will begin 6 p.m. March 11 at Washington Engine Company, 176 Jackson St., Matawan. March with members of the Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh Pipes and Drums for five minutes and then enjoy a dinner of corned beef, cabbage and potatoes at the…
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John F. Smith
John F. Smith, 86, of Stuart, Florida, passed away March 1 at Treasure Coast Hospice, Stuart, Florida. John was born on Jan. 8, 1930, in Jersey City. He was the son of Christopher and Estelle Smith. In 1988, he moved from Union Beach, where he had resided for 22 years, to Stuart, Florida. Prior to…
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