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Another race where we picked the lesser evil
In my home state of Wyoming at the dawn of the 20th century, there was a surfeit of what were politely referred to as “bachelor cowboys.” It wasn’t that these old boys didn’t like women; in fact, they loved them, every chance they got. The problem was that there just weren’t enough women to go…
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County library kids’ book drive under way
The Monmouth County Library will launch its annual Books for Kids book donation drive Nov. 1. Books for preschoolers through age 14 will be accepted through Dec. 1 at any county library branch. The books will be distributed to local charities and community agencies that serve children with limited access to books. Books for Kids…
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Antoinette Elizabeth Reedy
Miss Reedy, 93, of Shrewsbury, died Oct. 27, 2009, at Riverview Medical Center, Red Bank. She resided in Pennsylvania prior to relocating to Shrewsbury. She taught fourth and fifth grade at several Pennsylvania school districts, including Springfield School System, Montgomery County; Conshohocken; and Oreland Public Schools, retiring at age 62. She was predeceased by her…
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Still time to be immunized against seasonal flu
In recent days, there have been several news accounts of the delay in the availability of the H1N1 flu vaccine. In addition, many in our community have been unable to receive their seasonal flu shot, either at their physician’s office or at a local site. This shortage of the seasonal vaccine is not limited to…
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With a blessing, Highlands Bridge reopens to traffic
Traffic shifts onto completed southern half of span BY KIMBERLY STEINBERG Staff Writer Asmall group of Sea Bright and Highlands officials gathered at the Route 36 Highlands Bridge for a blessing of the structure before its reopening on Oct. 29. Left: The Rev. Michael Manning, of Holy Cross Church in Rumson, blesses the Highlands Bridge.…
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Herbertsville First Aid Squad needs members
The Herbertsville First Aid Squad urgently needs new members. Volunteer to save a life and help a neighbor. All training is provided at no cost.F or information, call 732-840-9116 or visit www.herbertsville.org.
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Country festival takes a step back in time
An Apple and Pumpkin Festival, hosted by the Ashley Lauren Foundation, will be held 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7 at Bucks Mills Park, Colts Neck. The rain date is Nov. 14. The event is designed to take guests back in time and enjoy the simple life. For youngsters, there will be hayrides, face…
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BTV will now take garage sale ads
Township residents looking for help in spreading the word about their garage sale can now place an announcement on Brick Township’s municipal television station, BTV. Any resident who obtains a garage sale permit can place a free announcement on the BTV bulletin board. Residents are asked to send an email to [email protected] with “Garage Sale…
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