• On Campus

    Michael Laffan of Jackson graduated from York College of Pennsylvania, York, Pa., on Dec. 22 with a Bachelor of Science degree in criminal justice. Elizabeth A. Conrad of Jackson, a sophomore zoology major, has been named to the deans’ list for the fall semester at the State University of New York College at Oswego.

  • Jersey Shore Roller Girls seek skaters

    The Jersey Shore Roller Girls welcome women from Ocean, Monmouth and Atlantic counties to join the league this season and learn to play roller derby, as new skater practices begin at 9 p.m. every Wednesday at the Roller Magic rink in Jackson. The 2010 season’s training begins with new recruit practices every Wednesday, now through…

  • Young Jackson matmen win crowns at tourney

    BY WAYNE WITKOWSKI Staff Writer Matt Russo of Jackson Recreation I won a sixth Jersey Shore Junior Wrestling League individual weight class title at 85 pounds, his 100th career win in 102 bouts, and his brother Mike won a fourth title at 80 pounds, while teammates Sebastian Rivera and T.J. Liquori capped unbeaten seasons in…

  • District 21 wrestling tournament

    Howell High School’s Dru Thomas (top) controls Freehold High School’s Thomas Nulty during a 112-pound semifinal bout at the District 21 wrestling tournament on Feb. 20. Thomas won this match by pin and went on to win the 112-pound championship in the tournament held at Manalapan High School. For more photos, see the GMN Photo…

  • Gilbertson leaps to Group IV title

    BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer Turnabout was fair play at the NJSIAA State Group IV Indoor Track and Field Championships on Feb. 20. One week earlier, Montgomery High School’s Fiona Paladino won the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group IV high jump crown over Howell High School’s Maggie Gilbertson even through both athletes cleared 5-8. Paladino won…

  • Jaguars edge Rebels, win district crown

    Jackson Memorial outpaces Howell to regain team title BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer One of the items on the Jackson Memorial High School wrestling team’s itinerary for the 2009-10 season was regaining the NJSIAA District 21 Tournament team championship. Jackson Memorial High School’s Doug Hamann (top) maintains a tight grip on Howell High School’s Zach…

  • Tickets available for PTA Tricky Tray

    The Lawrence Brook School PTA will sponsor a Tricky Tray March 5 in the gymnasium at the school, 48 Sullivan Way, East Brunswick. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Prizes will include four One-Day Hopper Passes to Walt Disney World, Orlando, Fla.; a Wii system; an iPod Touch; store and restaurant gift certificates; sports and…

  • Quilters invited to March 8 gathering

    The Molly Pitcher Stitchers Quilt Guild will meet 7:30-9:30 p.m. March 8 at Neff Chapel, Old Tennent Church, Tennent Road, Tennent section of Manalapan. The club is made up of women who love to sew and quilt. First-time guests are welcome to attend free of charge. Refreshments will be served. The event will feature a…

  • Exhibit at MCC celebrates Indian art

    Middlesex County College, in collaboration with the Indo American Arts Council, will present the art exhibit “Site of Departure, Source of Arrival.” The exhibit will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays through March 25 in the Studio Theater Gallery at the college, Woodbridge Avenue, Edison The artists of the Diaspora are originally from…

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