• Timed pedestrian safety signals to be constructed

    Pedestrians will know exactly how much time they have to safely cross a street once Ocean County installs 580 new timed crossing signs at intersections in four towns. “These electronic signs greatly improve safety by giving pedestrians the precise amount of time remaining to cross an intersection,” said Freeholder John P. Kelly, director of law…

  • New book dedicated in memory of the brave

    Teenager writes about Memorial Day to help wounded soldiers returning from war BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer Madeline Collins has written and illustrated a book about Memorial Day that will teach children the significance of the holiday and contribute to the well-being of veterans. Allentown High School senior Madeline Collins, 18, Millstone, wrote “Stars and…

  • Town: Utility nixes idea for savings

    Jackson officials say JCP&L will not permit use of LED streetlights BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer It’s not easy being green. Jackson officials are finding that out as they attempt to use a grant to save money on street-lighting costs, but say they have been thwarted in their attempt to do so by Jersey Central…

  • Church drops plan to lease Howell school

    BY PATRICIA A. MILLER Staff Writer Cornerstone Calvary Church officials have decided not to lease the Southard School from the Howell K-8 School District, much to the dismay of Howell Superintendent of Schools Enid Golden. “We’re back to square one,” Golden said on Oct. 8. The decision by church officials marks the second time this…

  • Howell-Freehold tie 2-2

    Howell High School’s Rob Hart (22) heads the ball in front of a Freehold Township High School opponent during a soccer match between the Patriots and the Rebels on Oct. 7 in Freehold Township. The teams played to a 2-2 tie. For more, see Sports and gmnews.com. JEFF GRANIT staff

  • business briefs •••

    William J. Sette, president and CEO of Preferred Behavioral Health of New Jersey, Lakewood, has been recognized as one of five 2010 Behavioral Health Champions, a national award determined by the editorial team of Behavioral Healthcare magazine, for his contributions and devotion to improving the availability and quality of behavioral health care in New Jersey.…

  • auditions •••

    Ocean County College’s television station is holding auditions for actors and voiceover talent to be on call for video projects. Openings are available for children ages 6-11; teens ages 12-17; young adults ages 18-25; adults ages 25-54; mature adults ages 55-64; and senior citizens ages 65 and over. All actors must bring a 5-by-7 or…

  • Event wristbands being sold by PTOs

    PLUMSTED — Wristbands are being pre-sold for the Spooktacular Halloween event in New Egypt by the New Egypt Primary and Woehr Elementary School PTOs. The wristbands will allow children unlimited access to inflatables, pony rides, face painting, games and more at the festival, which will take place on Oct. 31. Attendees can save money by…

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