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‘Gypsy’
Abbey Reinhardt rehearses the role of June for The Shore Players production of the musical “Gypsy,” which will be performed at Shore Regional High School in West Long Branch March 4-6. GALIPO
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Eatontown braces for tough budget year
Mayor: Christie warns of state aid cuts BY KENNY WALTER Staff Writer EATONTOWN — After spending a day in Trenton, Eatontown Mayor Gerald Tarantolo painted a gloomy picture as the borough hurries to draft this year’s budget. Tarantolo attended the 18th annual Mayors’ Legislative Day in Trenton on Feb. 24, where municipal mayors were told…
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Welcome to the (Seashore) Sharks tank!
Clockwise from top: The Seashore Sharks cheer on their teammates during the final seconds of the Jersey Shore Private School League playoff game against Calvary Academy on Feb. 23. Seashore’s Chris Alexander tosses up a shot during the second half of the game, played at the Seashore School gymnasium in Long Branch. Josh Evens and…
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Historic preservation comm. members to be named
BY KENNY WALTER Staff Writer Long Branch officials expect to finally name the members to the Historic Preservation Advisory Commission in the coming weeks. The topic came up at both the workshop and executive sessions during the Feb. 23 City Council meeting. The ordinance creating the commission was adopted in May. “What we are doing…
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Pallone, Brown in Long Branch council bid
Candidates have family ties in city BY KENNY WALTER Staff Writer Two independent candidates with deep roots in Long Branch are gearing up for a run at City Council seats. Council hopefuls David G. Brown II (l) and John Pallone pick up candidates’ packets at Long Branch City Hall, indicating they will run for council…
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Timmy Presley, a member of the Seashore Sharks basketball team, practices prior to the start of the Seashore School vs. Calvary Academy game in the playoffs of the Jersey Shore Private School League on Feb. 23. More photos on page 3 and at www.gmnews.com. ERIC SUCAR staff
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PETA mom urges schools to serve vegan meals
Kudos to the six area school districts that were recently recognized by the New Jersey Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Child Nutrition for promoting physical activity and healthy eating. As a mother, I want all schools to serve wholesome vegan meals rather than fatty, cholesterol-laden mystery meats. Vegan foods are cholesterolfree, low in saturated fat,…
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Residents thanked for Haiti donations; efforts continue
We would like to thank all of the residents who contributed to our Haiti relief efforts, especially the few individuals who donated a significant portion of our Haiti donations and selflessly wish to remain anonymous. Through the enormous outreach and generosity of the community, our office was able to collect dozens of boxes filled with…
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Bridge signs would be out of character for area
This part of Monmouth County has a lot to offer: Sandy Hook National Park, Hartshorne Woods, State Historic Site Twin Lights, fantastic oneof a-kind restaurants, friendly residents, walk-ability and easy transportation to Manhattan. We had a wonderful old drawbridge that went right through the center of the Borough of Highlands and into Sea Bright and…
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