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Resident still waiting for National Park Service’s details on fees
More than four months have passed since I first contacted the National Park Service (NPS), specifically Gen. Supt. Barry Sullivan of Gateway National Recreation Area, concerning the Fort Hancock Chapel, theater and 26 Hudson Street buildings. I had asked for specific information concerning the total amount of rent fees and area fees collected by the…
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Community forum looks at wind turbine issues
Union Beach windmill would be higher than Statue of Liberty BY JACQUELINE HLAVENKA Staff Writer Residents and environmental groups continue to question the public health effects of wind turbines in high-density coastal communities like those in the Bayshore, where a wind turbine is planned. A 380-foot-tall industrial wind turbine planned for Union Beach borough received…
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June is Month of the Horse in N.J.
Wondering about the origin of the expressions “across the board?” Curious about the history of mounted police? Mystified by the racing form at Monmouth Park? June is the Month of the Horse in New Jersey, and the Monmouth County Library System’s Eastern Branch Library, 1001 Route 35, Shrewsbury, will offer free programs that answer those…
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Celebrate summer with SWAG
SWAG, the Shore Women’s Abstract Gallery in Asbury Park, will celebrate the summer season with gatherings, collaborative art projects and the release of a special DVD. Receptions will be held Saturdays, July 10 and July 24, from 6-9 p.m. The exhibition for the season, “Summer Lights,” includes work by all eight members of the SWAG.…
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Fair photo contest seeks entries
People who are passionate about photography can showcase their photography skills at the 2010 Monmouth County Fair. The theme of this year’s amateur photography competition is “Celebrating Milestones.” As the Monmouth County Park System celebrates its 50th anniversary of keeping the county green and livable, area residents are invited to bring in current photos of…
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Ferraris to cruise for a cause in Red Bank
RED BANK — Broad Street will be lined with exotic autos on Sunday, June 27, for a rally of Ferrari automobiles. The third annual “Raduno d’Eleganza, An Event of Elegance” is being presented by Hamilton Jewelers, 19 Broad St., in conjunction with Ferrari of Central New Jersey. More than 75 Ferraris will rally down the…
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Canterbury Fair set for June 19
RUMSON — An annual start-ofsummer tradition continues on June 19 when St. George’s-by-the-River hosts the annual Canterbury Fair, rain or shine. This truly old-fashioned fair, which will run from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., appeals to all age groups. Items for sale include jewelry, sporting goods, plants and flowers, thousands of books for all ages,…
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Red Bank Crop Hunger Walk plans for 30th year
RED BANK — The CROP Hunger Walk Teen Leadership Committee will meet June 29 to launch plans for the organization’s 30th walk in the Red Bank area, which will take place Oct. 17. Teen leaders work on an educational skit to be presented at the September rally, and will visit merchants along the 5-mile route…
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T.F. prioritizes open space acquisitions
Farmland preservation tops list of properties BY KENNY WALTER Staff Writer TINTON FALLS — The Borough Council may look at adding to the borough’s open space inventory now that the Open Space Committee has compiled a priority list of properties. The list, which includes eight properties around the borough, was read by Councilman Andrew Mayer…
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