• Society republishes Lakewood book

    LAKEWOOD — The Lakewood Historical Society has expanded its offerings to the public by recently releasing three history related publications: the book “Lakewood In-The-Pines,” a 2010 calendar, and a quarterly newsletter. The society has republished “Lakewood- In-The-Pines,” a scholarly history of Lakewood from its settlement until 1985. Often considered the definitive text on Lakewood history,…

  • New Egypt Day festivities in Plumsted

    Randy Buchannan (r) guides Gillian Horvath, 4, as the youngster enjoys a pony ride during New Egypt Day festivities in Plumsted on May 15. LAUREN CASSELBERRY

  • Library will host new programs

    JACKSON — There is something for every young person at the Jackson library, 2 Jackson Drive, this summer. Reading Buddies, Math Buddies and, new this year, Piano Buddies are just a few of the many programs for elementary-school children. Teens who complete grade seven or higher this year can participate in community service through the…

  • Officials have to deal with septic situation

    Howell mayor says fix-ups will run into the millions BY PATRICIA A. MILLER Staff Writer HOWELL — The Howell Township Council’s recent decision to keep the town’s offices at the municipal complex on Preventorium Road means that aging septic systems at that location will have to be addressed soon. Representatives of the Monmouth County Health…

  • Builder gains approval for 3-home subdivision

    BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer JACKSON — The Planning Board in an 8-1 vote has approved an application for Valerie Estates, a three-lot residential subdivision on Vath Street. Board member Stephen Costanzo cast the lone no vote and said he was not happy with the Pinelands stipulations or the fact that regulations concerning development in…

  • Bonim Park gets new name

    HOWELL — Bonim Park has a new name because of 12-year-old Shawn Drew. The young man won a contest that was sponsored by the Howell Parks and Recreation Department to rename the park on Lakewood-Farmingdale Road. Howell Township Council members presented Shawn with a certificate of recognition at their April 26 meeting for his winning…

  • in the service

    Army Spec. John S. Butkus III, a motor transport operator with more than two years of military service, has been mobilized and activated at Fort Dix in preparation for deployment to serve in support of either Operation Iraqi Freedom or Operation Enduring Freedom. The soldier is a member of the 304th Transportation Company, based in…

  • on campus

    Christiana Fischer, daughter of Sue and Bob Fischer of Howell, has been named to the dean’s list for the fall semester at the University of Connecticut, Storrs, Conn., where she is enrolled in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources. Marissa Ann Regad, daughter of Michael and Denise Regad of Howell, has been named to…

  • Actor, entertainer to throw first pitch at BlueClaws game

    Funds from June 6 nut-free baseball game will benefit children with food allergies Children with peanut and tree-nut allergies must often avoid baseball games, but this will not be the case on June 6. Buster the BlueClaws mascot has fun with fans during last year’s nut-free game in Lakewood. The baseball team will hold its…

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