• World-class lineup for TEDxNavesink

    By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer For at least a day, Lincroft could become the smartest suburb in the country. On Sept. 20, internationally recognized professors, scientists, photographers, writers and more will descend upon the Brookdale Community College campus to participate in the first TEDxNavesink conference. According to event co-organizer Brian Smiga, it’s going to be…

  • business briefs 

    CACI Technologies Inc. of Eatontown has been named 2010 Business of the Year by NJBiz Magazine for outstanding leadership in the business community. The company was one of three towin the award. CACI won in the Over 100 Employees category. The Monmouth County Office of Economic and Workforce Development nominated the company for the award…

  • ‘Day at the Races’ set for Aug. 23

    The Greater Long Branch Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a “Day at the Races” at noon on Friday, Aug. 23, at Monmouth Park racetrack in Oceanport. The cost is $45 per person and includes a buffet lunch, program and private seating in the omnibus room. Seating is limited, and jackets are required for gentlemen. To…

  • Society of St. Vincent de Paul grant helps Eatontown residents

    EATONTOWN — The nonprofit National Council of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul has awarded a grant of $3,900 to help Eatontown-area residents pay for emergency housing. The funding is part of the society’s annual Friends of the Poor grant program, which provides direct assistance to the poor in the U.S. The grants are…

  • Special primary election set for Aug. 13

    New Jersey will hold a special primary election for the U.S. Senate on Aug. 13. The passing of U.S. Sen. Frank Lautenberg resulted in a vacancy to be filled by the voters of New Jersey in a special general election on Oct. 16. Democratic and Republican primary elections will be held on Aug. 13, when…

  • Investigation leads to murder-for-hire plot

    Family members charged in connection with murder of ex-husband/son-in-law OCEAN TOWNSHIP — The ongoing investigation into a local family’s alleged involvement in the murder of a Manchester Township man has taken another unexpected twist. Kathleen Dorsett, 36, and her mother, Lesley Dorsett, 64, both of Ocean Township, have been charged with attempting to hire a…

  • Tribute to Molly Picon set at Elberon library

    The Elberon Branch Library is hosting “A Musical Salute to Molly Picon: A Tribute to the First Lady of the Yiddish Stage” at 7 p.m. Aug. 20, at 168 Lincoln Ave., Elberon. Join Dr. Diane Cypkin as she tells the life story of entertainer Molly Picon through song and dance. As an entertainer herself, Dr.…

  • Monmouth’s MAC center hosts first winter commencement

    BY DAN HOWLEY Staff Writer from above: Monmouth University students celebrate after receiving their diplomas during the Jan. 14 commencement held at the Multipurpose Activity Center, the first midwinter commencement held at the West Long Branch campus. Guest Stephen Flanagan addresses graduates, family members and guests, and faculty. PHOTOS BY ERIC SUCAR staff WEST LONG…

  • Pro wrestling show to benefit Valerie Fund

    All-star pro wrestling returns 7:45 p.m. Aug. 9 at Holy Trinity Church, 408 Prospect St., Long Branch. Partial proceeds will benefit The Valerie Fund, which supports health care for children with cancer and blood disorders. Headliners will include “Jersey Shore” Robbie E and hardcore icon John “Balls” Mahoney. The show will also feature favorite Funkdafied…

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