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Vietnam film to be shown at museum
On July 17 at 1 p.m. the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Foundation will host a film screening and panel about the 1st Cavalry Division in Vietnam. The film, “We Were Heroes: The 1st Cavalry Division in Vietnam” will feature the story of the “First Team” in Vietnam, including the famous battles and operations in…
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Public could get vote on casino at Meadowlands
Proposed legislation seeks to open up new sources of revenue BY MATTHEW ROCCO Correspondent Plans that could eventually permit the establishment of a casino at the Meadowlands sports complex in East Rutherford are under way. Recently proposed legislation would amend the state constitution to allow for the establishment of a casino at that location in…
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Thrills and tradition mix at Freedom Fest Fair
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer UPPER FREEHOLD — The Freedom Fest State Fair boasts big days of fun for the entire family at the Horse Park of New Jersey through Sunday. The midway, provided by Reithoffer Shows, will feature thrill rides and a separate kid area, as well as amusement games for people of all…
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State police investigating flooding of Millstone home
Owner found home flooded; mayor says damage is shocking BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer MILLSTONE — In the six years since the Bulusu family moved to Millstone, they reportedly have had their mailbox damaged, entryway lights stolen, intercoms broken, fences smashed, garage spray-painted and home broken into and flooded. The Bulusu residence is located at…
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A promise made; a promise kept
Millstone resident’s theater company will produce shows to benefit charities BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer MILLSTONE — Two weeks before her younger brother Larry died from melanoma, Laurie Edwards promised him she would do something really good with her life. Edwards wanted to make a difference in honor of her brother. She wanted to work…
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Playthings of the past at N.J. Vietnam Era Museum
Toys from 1960s-70s on display through Aug. 21 at Holmdel educational center BY PATRICIA YOCZIS & ADELE YOUNG If you remember the thrill of eating your first Easy-Bake cake or the pungent odor of a freshly fired Clockwise from top right: Colorful Troll dolls are part of a toy exhibit looking back to the ’60s…
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DEP to buy U.F. landfills
Allentown will co-own remainder of site BY JANE MEGGITT Correspondent The N.J. Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) will take possession of two landfills on the Breza Road property that is set for preservation. The borough of Allentown will monitor the landfills, even though the acreage is located in Upper Freehold. Upper Freehold Township Committee members…
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Helping shape young adults’ lives
Young Life, WyldLife aim to have a positive impact that youths can carry into their future BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer For the past seven years, area youths have had a safe place to go to let their guard down. Ryan Nash, 15, takes a ride down the slip n’ slide during the final WyldLife…
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business briefs •••
One Block Off the Grid (1BOG), the nation’s largest solar group discount company, has announced the launch of its first southern New Jersey campaign, offering homeowners an easy and affordable way to buy solar panels. 1BOG selected Freehold-based Trinity Solar as campaign partner to service all members’ installations, offering installations with an average payback time…
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