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CentraState program will address H1N1 flu
CentraState Medical Center will present a free educational session called “H1N1, A Panel Discussion—What You Need to Know, Questions and Answers” 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21 at the Star and Barry TobiasAmbulatory Campus, West Main Street, Freehold Township. The program will cover common questions about H1N1 (swine) and seasonal flu, including signs and symptoms, differences…
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Colonials restore winning tradition
Freehold High School boys soccer team captures B North crown BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer They heard the whispers around the hallways that they were the worst team in Freehold High School. So the members of the Colonials’ boys soccer team went out and did something about it and now a case can be made…
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Candidate responds to accusations in recent letter
A letter was published in the Oct. 14 News Transcript from a Robert Shapiro (who I do not know) making blatant lies about me that I would like to correct for the record with the following response: Accusation: "… there appears to be a blatant closed-door policy in Marlboro’s water authority. In fact, in researching…
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Open Hearts for Open Door Food Pantry
Jeanne Yaecker, director of the Freehold Open Door Food Pantry, recently accepted a check for $7,310 from St. Rose of Lima Parish, Freehold, on behalf of pantry. St. Rose of Lima Church Finance Committee Chairman Alec Taylor presented the proceeds to Yaecker, which were raised for Open Door during a collection that took place the…
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Marlboro voters should choose Cantor, Franco and Metzger
Today, we find ourselves amidst the toughest of economic times in recent American history. Our elected officials have a very important responsibility as they represent us, to make government more efficient and less costly. We simply cannot afford to pay any more. When times got tough, Marlboro Mayor Jonathan Hornik and Township Council members Jeff…
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AAUW seeks donations of books
The American Association of University Women’s Freehold Chapter is currently accepting book donations for its annual book sale. With the exception of Reader’s Digest and textbooks, all book donations are appreciated. Contact Joan at 732-431-2297 for drop-off instructions. The proceeds from this sale support scholarships for women returning to college and senior girls from the…
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Letter to editor knocking President Obama needed ‘immediate balance’
It was not surprising to read the content of Jacquelin Duffy’s letter to the editor of Oct. 14, 2009 (“It Is Time for President Obama to Address Real Issues), as many of us have experienced remarks like hers by the so-called “hecklers” during the town hall meetings held throughout the nation this past summer. What…
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Councilman has worked hard for Marlboro
Two months ago, Marlboro Township Councilman Jeff Cantor was deployed to the war front in Afghanistan, leaving his family to fulfill his duty as a soldier. As a fellow Marlboro resident, I am proud of Councilman Cantor, who is serving this country in Afghanistan. Freedom should not be taken for granted. As an ex-Air Force…
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Resident is starting to question his vote
Recently there was a story on News 12 whereby Marlboro Mayor Jon Hornik seemed to use his influence as mayor to stop a fundraiser for the Republican candidates opposing his friends on the Marlboro Township Council. In the story, Mayor Hornik did not deny the allegation and used some very “lame” excuse about how he…
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