• ‘Freehold Idol’ gets set for big summer finish

    Finals in two age groups scheduled for Aug. 19, 26 at Hall of Records plaza BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer FREEHOLD — While local fans of the television show “American Idol” wait patiently for the next round of contestants to vie for the coveted title, Freehold Borough is providing a substitute — its own…

  • Local girl’s creation is Arthur’s new friend

    Meaghan Pannasch, 9, of the Morganville section of Marlboro, was selected as a finalist in the Arthur/All Kids Can Character Search for her character Arianna Petals. The Arthur/All Kids Can Character Search was a nationwide search, encouraging parents to speak with their children about disability and the importance of inclusion, while helping their children create…

  • From monumental to medallions, exhibit showcases De Lue’s work

    Middletown sculptor known for powerful human figures BY ERIN O. STATTEL Staff Writer Walk into the Hartshorne Gallery at the Monmouth County Historical Association’s museum on Court Street in Freehold Borough and you will encounter one of the county’s most beloved icons, boldly inviting visitors to view the exhibit of various sculptures and sketches from…

  • New firm selected to handle Marlboro’s affordable housing

    BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer MARLBORO — Following some issues with the municipality’s previous administrative agent for the administration of affordable housing units, the Township Council passed a resolution contracting with a new agent. The council awarded a contract to Monmouth Housing Alliance Inc., doing business as Affordable Housing Alliance of New Jersey, during its…

  • Juvenile diabetes research will benefit from carnival

    BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer MARLBORO — Rides, games and raffles will entertain visitors at a junior charity carnival being held to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International (JDRF). The carnival will be held on Aug. 29-30 in the parking lot of the Marlboro Aquatic Center, Vanderburg Road. The event will run from 10…

  • Volunteer opportunities available at Girl Scouts

    Staying or becoming active in Girl Scouts is easy with many short-term volunteer opportunities available. Keeping it uncomplicated and simple, prepackaged programs are ready to start now for four-, six- and eight-week programs for girls. This is an opportunity for older girls who need to earn leadership hours, young women who have just graduated or…

  • Entron property deemed in need of redevelopment

    Marlboro officials have identified industrial site for affordable housing BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer MARLBORO — The Marlboro Planning Board has found the Entron property at the corner of Route 79 and Beacon Hill Road to be a “textbook” area in need of redevelopment. The board made that determination during its Aug. 5 meeting. In…

  • 24 vehicles vandalized on Manalapan streets

    MANALAPAN — The township Police Department is investigating several acts of criminal mischief that occurred in town on Aug. 1, 3 and 5. A press release from the Police Department stated that a total of 24 vehicles have been vandalized in the Covered Bridge adult community as well as in the Oak Knolls and Briar…

  • Puppy adoption set for Aug. 22

    Companion Animal Rescue and Education, also known as CARE Animal Rescue, a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization, will host a puppy adoption event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 22 at Dill’s feed and supplies store, 263 Throckmorton St., Freehold. CARE’s mission is to rescue homeless puppies, dogs and cats and to provide them with love,…

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