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NJ residents should speak out against offshore drilling
One would think that 200,000 gallons of oil spewing into the Gulf of Mexico every day would change an opinion. One may also think that this environmental disaster, which has devastated wildlife including birds, oysters, shrimp and fish as well as shutting down the small businesses associated with that wildlife, would change an opinion. The…
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NJN and local music hall proved to be perfect together
As New Jersey Network faces the threat of being turned over to private ownership, hanging in the balance is a plan that has been evolving over the past year for the rebroadcast of an historic television series on bluegrass music from 1977 to which I had the honor of contributing as scriptwriter, narrator, and producer-forstage,…
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Writer wonders if new state law will keep young drivers safer
This letter to the editor is only my opinion and is not intended to disrespect the memory of Kyleigh D’Alessio in any way. As a parent, I feel I must speak my mind about Kyleigh’s law (regarding new drivers in New Jersey). These days it does not matter if you live in the suburbs, the…
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Supt. needs to bring changes to Howell
In the past eight years, the Howell K-8 School District budget, prepared and submitted by the superintendent, has been defeated six times. This year, with a record number of people voting on April 20, the budget was overwhelmingly defeated by a count of 5,024 to 3,249. This is a poor record, and it is a…
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Teachers’ unions bear some blame for layoffs
CODA GREG BEAN In the interest of full disclosure, let me state that my personal experience as a member of a labor union has been limited to twice, and both those sagas were frankly weird. The first time was in the early ’70s when I was trying to save money for college and hired on…
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Disaster assistance may aid individuals
JACKSON — Individuals whose property sustained damage during the storms that occurred from March 12 to April 15 may be able to receive assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). “Effective May 7, Ocean County has been included in the FEMA Disaster Assistance program,” Jackson Mayor Mike Reina said. “This program is designed to…
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County pushing to get word out about benefits
Anew initiative launched by Ocean County and Community Services Inc. is expected to assist residents living in the county who may be experiencing problems affording health care, according to a press release. “Today marks the start of intensive community outreach to help eligible persons apply for Medicare savings programs that pay some or all of…
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Advisory boards seek members
JACKSON — Opportunities are available for residents who would like to serve on a variety of advisory boards and committees in Jackson. Mayor Mike Reina said, “I continue to believe and support the concept that advisory boards and committees can provide an irreplaceable resource to identify issues and concerns, as well as providing practical advice…
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