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Eugene “Gene” Lapé
Mr. Lapé, 90, a resident of Red Bank for 60 years, died Jan. 23, 2011. During World War II and the Korean War, he served as a carrier pilot with the U.S. Navy. During his 23 years of service, he received many citations, including the Navy’s highest award, the Navy Cross. Mr. Lapé retired in…
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Cynthia H. Klatt
Mrs. Klatt, 86, of Matawan, died Jan. 20, 2011, at Bartley Health Care, Jackson. Prior to retiring, she was a secretary for Hansen, Van Winkle and Munnings Plating, Matawan. She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur R. Klatt Sr.; and a son, Arthur R. Klatt Jr. Surviving are two daughters, Cynthia Dee Klatt of Highlands…
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Nicholas R. Banta
Mr. Banta, 21, a lifelong resident of the Leonardo section of Middletown, died Jan. 22, 2011, at home. A 2007 graduate of Middletown High School South, he was employed as a stockman for Costco in Hazlet. Mr. Banta was preceded in death by his brothers Matthew Banta (2003) and Jeremy Banta (2005). Surviving are his…
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Officers to be honored for rescuing dog
The Monmouth County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will host a Valentine’s Brunch 11 a.m. Feb. 13 at McLoone’s Pier House at Pier Village, Long Branch. Proceeds will benefit the animals in the care of the SPCA, Eatontown. Sgt. Peter Koening and Detective Christopher Isherwood of the Borough of Rumson Police Department…
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“Your OILS,” an art exhibit by Carol Seip, will be on display at Little Silver Borough Hall, 480 Prospect Ave., through February. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Details: 732-671- 5387, www.ablendart.com or www.dplab.com. ***** “The Lucky Name,” the annual fundraiser hosted by the Newcomers’ Club of Rumson-FairHaven-Little Silver-Shrewsbury, will be…
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Israeli students take questions from their American counterparts at Red Bank Regional High School in Little Silver. Their homeland in the Arid/Tamar region of Israel is the sister community for Monmouth County Jewish communities. Sagi Button (l-r), Adi Eshetu, Yuval Moshe, Kobi Lipcofker and Noga Adiv visited Monmouth County as guests of five area synagogues…
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Santo Pezzutti at the CVA
BYMARIE MABER Correspondent “Rain Forest” ‘H e is a painter’s painter,” said Sidney Godwin, BrookdaleArt Department professor, referring to the aesthetic nuances of Santo Pezzutti’s works. “His paintings are fascinating, full of delicate color passages,” said professor Edward Stein, Art Department chairman. Through Pezzutti’s own words, we get a glimpse into how he is able…
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Festival of Arts Student Art Competition
Clockwise from top: The Monmouth Festival of the Arts held its 16th annual Student Art Competition on Jan. 30 at Monmouth Reform Temple, Tinton Falls. Larissa Naegele, of Wall Township High School, took first place for her self-portrait in pencil; Joe Gullace, of Allentown High School, took second place for his large oil pastel self-portrait;…
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Local indie rock band in national spotlight
Founded by OTHS grads, Verity in Stereo wins competition BY ANDREW DAVISON Staff Writer Local band Verity in Stereo was featured on a music industry website after winning a national competition. Ocean Township-based band Verity in Stereo recently received national attention for their unique brand of high-energy piano rock. Helmed by Ocean Township High School…
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