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Middletown resident likes town’s new recycling law
As a conservative taxpayer of Middletown who is very concerned with protecting our environment as well as keeping property taxes as low as possible, I would like to extend my congratulations to Mayor Gerry Scharfenberger for his recent passage of an ordinance which will allow the recycling of mixed paper, cardboard and corrugated boxes and…
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Resident: Vote for Mahoney for needed change
Ihave been a resident of Middletown for 23 years, and have always been proud of our community and Township Committee. Over the last few years, however, I have noticed a conspicuous lack of transparency in our local government, and have been quite disappointed by many of the decisions and policies pursued by the current leadership.…
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A letter to Reps. Holt and Pallone
There are more than 5,000 retired service members living in this area that use the commissary, medical clinic and post exchange at Fort Monmouth. Should those places close down, it would create a great hardship on these retired members of the armed forces. Most are living paycheck to paycheck. Also, the closest place to shop…
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Resident supports Little over Pallone for Congress
In February 2009, 22-year incumbent Congressman Frank Pallone voted for the $787 billion stimulus bill, which supporters hailed as a boon for the economy. However, here we are in September 2010, and, according to the latest figures from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the nation’s unemployment rate rose to 9.6 percent, while New Jersey’s…
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A pattern of dirty tricks in race for 12th District seat
There’s a pattern of dirty tricks in the race between longtime incumbent Democrat Rush Holt and Tea Party-endorsed Republican challenger Scott Sipprelle in New Jersey’s 12th Congressional District. I’ve been writing about dirty campaign tricks for over 30 years, so I shouldn’t be surprised. But it came as a shock to be the victim of…
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Keyport Historical Society programs
The Keyport Historical Society will host its 14th annual Tea & Fashion Show 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2. “The Roaring 20s” will be held at the Keyport Yacht Club, 115 First St. Vintage clothing will be modeled by members of the Performing Arts Ensemble. Guests are encouraged to dress in period style. Gifts and prizes…
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Investigation of explosion at Mid’twn home continues
MIDDLETOWN — Local emergency personnel responded to a 911 call at approximately 2:05 p.m. on Sept. 14 reporting an explosion, according to a press release from the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office. Officers from the Middletown Township Police Department and local volunteer firefighters responded to a residence at 56 Twin Brooks Ave. in Middletown. Upon arrival,…
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Nelson Riddle Orchestra to perform in concert Oct. 2
In this age of social media and nano-technology, the classic hits first recorded on vinyl more than half a century ago still hold a place in the hearts of many and have gained a following among those born a generation later. Nelson Riddle, the iconic arranger and bandleader who worked with luminaries including Sinatra, Nat…
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‘Fresh’ is September theme
“But If Then’ The theme of the September show at the Art Alliance of Monmouth County is “Fresh,” featuring new work from members. The exhibit will run through Sept. 25 at the gallery, located at 33 Monmouth St. The window artist is Robert O’Conner, a New Jersey-based painter, printmaker and video artist. His work has…
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