• Woman seriously injured in New Year’s Day fire

    BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer JACKSON — A Jan. 1 house fire that injured three people is under investigation by the Jackson Bureau of Fire Prevention, Fire District No. 2, and is not considered suspicious. Three individuals were injured in a structural fire at a home on Thompson Bridge Road in the Cassville section of…

  • Local toy drive called a success

    JACKSON — Approximately 400 area children had something to smile about during the holiday season as Bartley Healthcare delivered the toys it collected during its 12th annual Toys for Tots drive. Since the country is currently engaged in two wars, many of the area reservists are deployed, leaving a shortfall of available Marines to deliver…

  • Brownies support cancer awareness

    JACKSON — Two Brownies from Troop 153 have gone above and beyond the call of duty to collect funds for breast cancer awareness and have raised more than $1,300. Jackson Township Council President Mike Kafton saluted the girls during the council’s Dec. 22 meeting. “October was Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Jackson has the privilege…

  • Recreation dept. plans host of 2010 activities

    BY LAUREN CIRAULO Staff Writer HOWELL—While 2009 was a troublesome year for financing fun and games, Parks and Recreation Department administrators are hoping 2010 will bring new programs and revitalized events to the community. According to Davide Fuoco, Howell’s director of parks and recreation, the department’s ideal goals for 2010 include new additions to athletic…

  • Dog licenses must be renewed

    JACKSON — Reminders are in the mail for all Jackson dog owners to re-license their dogs. “It is very imperative that everyone license their dogs,” said animal control officer Robin Staley. “It helps us find a way to get them back home if they get lost.” Staley said licensing a dog also helps to reduce…

  • Best photos of 2009

    Photographers’ picks Pro wrestlers perform on Howell Day, Sept. 26. ERIC SUCAR staff NJSIAA Central Jersey Group IV girls soccer final on Nov. 12. JEFF GRANIT staff Freehold Regional High School District Golf Tournament, May 26. ERIC SUCAR staff Academy of the Arts dance group performs at Howell H.S. on May 28. ERIC SUCAR staff…

  • Correct census count key for county

    Residents who live most of their time in Ocean County, but who may be elsewhere in March, are reminded not to return the U.S. Census form they receive at their winter location. Instead, they should wait until they return home to be counted, according to a press release from Ocean County. “This is a critical…

  • New police officers hired in Plumsted

    PLUMSTED — The township will begin 2010 with two new police officers, bringing the total number of uniformed officers to 13, the highest in the history of the Plumsted Police Department. Mayor Ron Dancer said the Township Committee authorized the appointment of the two new officers at its Dec. 30 meeting on the recommendation of…

  • Woman’s best friend and lifesaver

    Golden retriever helped detect cancer and nurse owner back to health BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer If there is a heaven, Brandy is resting at God’s feet. More than a friend, confidante and giver of unconditional love, the golden retriever was a lifesaver. Owner Donna Rice, of Millstone Township, may not have detected that she…

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