• Freeholders call on gov. to protect horse racing

    The Monmouth County Board of Freeholders has adopted a resolution urging Gov. Chris Christie to find a way to protect New Jersey’s horse racing industry. The resolution, adopted on Aug. 12, asks Christie to consider the benefits of horse racing – both thoroughbreds and standardbreds – on New Jersey’s economy and quality of life, particularly…

  • Foundation continues work in youth’s name

    BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer PHOTOS BY ERIC SUCAR staff The Graeme Preston Foundation for Life held its annual soccer marathon on Aug. 7 at Opatut Park, Freehold Township, to raise funds that benefit various endeavors in the community. One of the popular activities during the day — in addition to the soccer matches…

  • Teens: SADD conference taught important lessons

    BY PATRICIA YOCZIS Correspondent Kevin Dolan called the experience “life altering,” while Shannon Foley said she was amazed and loved meeting all the participants. Shannon Dolan and Kevin Foley Kevin and Shannon are Manalapan High School rising seniors who were chosen to attend the 2010 Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) national conference, “Under the Sea…

  • Walk With Joe welcomes all to remember Sept. 11

    Annual event in Manalapan honors heroes of Flight 93 who fought terrorists BY MARK ROSMAN Staff Writer MANALAPAN — A group of dedicated individuals will not let Americans forget the heroism of the passengers who were on United Airlines Flight 93 on the morning of Sept. 11, 2001. The individuals who fought back against a…

  • Woman faces DWI charge after Marlboro accident

    BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer MARLBORO — A hit-and-run accident led to an investigation and then to the arrest of a Marlboro woman, who was charged with a number of violations stemming from that incident. Now the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office is reviewing the matter. Calls to the Marlboro Police Department seeking additional information about…

  • Celebrities, congressman, physicians support FAAN Walk on Sept. 11

    Keeping children with food allergies safe is a constant concern for their loved ones and that is one reason why journalist and author Janice Lieberman says she is honored to be the honorary chairwoman of the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN) Walk for Food Allergy: Moving Toward a Cure to be held in Long…

  • Silvert’s ending 81-year run in Freehold Borough

    BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer FREEHOLD — After 81 years of serving customers, Silvert’s Furniture is closing its doors on South Street in Freehold Borough. A going-out-of-business sale is now in progress at Silvert’s 40,0000-square-foot location. Larry Iserson, the president of Silvert’s Furniture, said he has hired Profit Management Promotions to conduct the going-outof…

  • Dream Factory helps teen make her wish come true

    Manalapan resident is first person assisted by volunteers from Jersey Shore organization BY AMY ROSEN Staff Writer Achild’s laughter is contagious. When stricken with a critical or chronic illness, that child’s laughter may be heard less often due to the anxiety, stress and pain that is often encountered on the journey back to good health.…

  • Bus service eliminated for some in FRHSD

    BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer When school starts next week for about 11,800 students in the Freehold Regional High School District, some of the teenagers will no longer be provided with bus transportation to and from their school. In a letter to parents, FRHSD Business Administrator Sean Boyce explained that a large-scale rerouting project has…

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