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Meadowlands sets 2010 stakes schedule
The $1 million Meadowlands Pace and $1.5 million Hambletonian are the cornerstones of a $17.3 million stakes schedule for the 2010 harness meet at Meadowlands Racetrack. The meet begins with 7 p.m. cards on Jan. 1 and Jan. 2 and runs through Aug. 21. The New Year’s Day opener features a $25,000 event open to…
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County accepts master gardener signups
The Monmouth County Master Gardener program is accepting applications for 2010. The deadline to apply is Jan. 4. Master Gardeners are experts in all things related to home gardening in Monmouth County. After completing classroom and hands-on training, Master Gardeners share their knowledge with others by conducting garden lectures, demonstrations, school and community gardening projects,…
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Authorities warn of scam involving vaccine registration
Area law enforcement authorities are advising residents of a phishing scam that asks residents to create a profile online for the state swine flu H1N1 vaccination registration program. According to a recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report, fraudulent emails are being sent telling the recipient to register online with the CDC in…
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Homes for dogs, cats and kittens needed
The Monmouth County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) is seeking foster homes and permanent homes for dogs, cats and kittens. Fostering is approximately a two-month commitment. The shelter also urges current pet owners to have their pets spayed/neutered. MCSPCA offers low-cost spay/neutering to the public. Anyone interested in fostering or adopting…
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Mission in the creek
Canoe and kayak race helps raise scholarship funds Paddlers start the first Kenneth H. Francis Memorial Canoe and Kayak Race and Tour on the Crosswicks Creek Nov. 1. UPPER FREEHOLD — They paddled for a purpose. Thirty-one canoe and kayak paddlers participated in the first Kenneth H. Francis Memorial Canoe and Kayak Race and Tour,…
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Christmas trees, gifts sought for military
Crossroads Assembly of God Church, 7 Main St., Englishtown, is seek donations of artificial Christmas trees, lights, ornaments and decorations, tinsel and garland as part of its “Operation Christmas Tree!” drive. The donations will be delivered via military sleds to the troops overseas and to military families in New Jersey. Donations of gifts for the…
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Officials begin review of scenic byway project
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer The Upper Freehold Historic Farmland Byway (UFHFB) will showcase the township as an agricultural and residential community that seeks to maintain its rural character, historic past and natural resources. The vision statement for the byway states that the 24-mile route through Upper Freehold and Allentown will highlight scenic vistas and…
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Peddie honors student athlete from Millstone
Peddie School in Hightstown honored top student-athletes at its 13th annual Fall Sports Banquet held Dec. 3 at the Caspersen Campus Center. Sophomore Tom Hennessy, of Millstone, collected the Coach’s Award for boys, given to the runner who best exemplifies the qualities of sportsmanship, good citizenship, loyalty, and commitment and has used these qualities to…
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Pansy, crayfish projects receive national acclaim
Two FFA members from Millstone win agriscience fair BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer Above: Biotechnology High School students Shelly Grinshpun, of Freehold, (l) and Samantha Giffen, of Millstone, present their project poster board on pansies at the National Agriscience Fair in Indianapolis. Right: Katherine Rittenbach, of Freehold, (l) and Daria Lukasz, of Millstone, present their…
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