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Marlboro lets state know views on charter schools
BY REBECCAMORTON Staff Writer MARLBORO — While some people believe that charter schools have their place in certain communities, concerns in regard to how charter schools are established in other areas has some individuals concerned. The Marlboro K-8 Board of Education has submitted a letter to state officials, including Gov. Chris Christie, to voice its…
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CBA to host annual art sale
The 36th annual Christian Brothers AcademyArt Show and Sale is scheduled to begin Feb. 4 with the preview reception and continue on Feb. 5-6. Admission to the preview reception gives free entry to all events of the weekend. According to a press release, this professional, juried art show and sale anticipates 100 artists, who are…
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Idea for charter school on hold at present time
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer FREEHOLD — A charter school in Freehold Borough may not be on the horizon any time soon, but the idea is still alive in the minds of those who believe in its potential benefits. Several months ago a committee to gather information about charter schools was formed, according to…
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Centenarian shares formula for longevity
Mary Spadea of Colts Neck enjoys working on crafts, belongs to St. Mary’s groups BY PATRICIAYOCZIS Correspondent Mary Spadea COLTS NECK — Mary Spadea, 101 years old, gladly shares the formula for her longevity. “Just keep going and keep busy,” she said. “I don’t think about age. I just keep going.” Spadea, the oldest of…
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Stray pup in Afghanistan captures soldier’s heart
Area veterinary hospital asks community to help raise money for dog’s special surgery BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer Above: Bonnie Assanowicz and Sultan (c) visit with Vet-I-Care Director Eileen Schuck and staff surgeon Garrett Levin at NorthStar Vets in Millstone Townshio. Left: While serving in Afghanistan, Sgt. 1st Class Brian Assanowicz rescued this abandoned Anatolian…
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Plan to trim jobs advances
Speaker at Marlboro meeting predicts more employees will have to go next year BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer The Marlboro K-8 School District Board of Education has moved forward with a plan to lay off the district’s instructional assistants and some transportation department employees and to hire those positions from other entities. Board members said…
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Officials want a chance to discuss fire district
Plan is on the table in Freehold Borough BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer Freehold Borough officials want to further discuss the Freehold Fire Department’s proposal to create a fire district in the borough. The issue was discussed publicly by the mayor, the Borough Council and representatives of the fire department at a meeting held…
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Teens of all ages relieved some stress through yoga during Teen Yoga Night held at the Marlboro Library on Jan. 25. The Monmouth County Library System has been hosting teen yoga events designed for beginners in order to introduce youths to the basics of yoga. ERIC SUCAR staff
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FRHSD awaiting word on contract for new superintendent
School board does not deny magazine’s naming of person selected to lead district of six high schools By Rebecca Morton The fate of a contract between the Freehold Regional High School District Board of Education and its new superintendent of schools is still awaiting approval from the state Department of Education (DOE). During an FRHSD…
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