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Christie makes Monmouth County stops
BY DANIEL HOWLEY and TOM SHORTELL Staff Writers Republican gubernatorial candidate Chris Christie toured Monmouth County on July 22 after choosing Monmouth County Sheriff Kim Guadagno as his lieutenant governor candidate earlier in the week. Christie spoke to students participating in the New Jersey Governor’s School of Public Issues for 45 minutes on topics ranging…
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League announces fall events
The League of Women Voters of Western Monmouth has announced its fall schedule of events. Along with promoting its anti-idling campaign, the league will register voters at the Colts Neck Fair, Aug. 20-23, at Marlboro Day, Sept. 13, and at Holmdel Day, Sept. 26. The first fall meeting of the league will be held on…
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OEM was ready to go when storm hit town
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer FREEHOLD — Mayor Michael Wilson is praising the response that was provided by Freehold Borough’s emergency personnel who sprang into action on the evening of July 26. A severe thunderstorm struck the borough and surrounding areas between 7 and 7:30 p.m., triggering an immediate response from municipal officials. As…
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Four hurt as railing gives way
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer FREEHOLD — Four people sustained minor injuries after a metal railing they were leaning against on a porch gave way at the Knights of Columbus hall, East Main Street, on July 30. Freehold Borough police Lt. Mark Wodell said a private party was in progress at the Knights of…
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Volunteers put forth effort to repair homes
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer FREEHOLD — The borough once again welcomed a group of teenagers from the World Changers organization who offered their time and abilities to help repair homes for those who could not afford to do so. It marked the second summer that the World Changers representatives came to Freehold Borough.…
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Teen to appear in talent show
Maria Martino FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP — Maria Martino, 14, of Freehold Township, will be among the young people who will be performing in a talent show to be held at the Radisson Hotel, Gibson Place, Freehold Township, at 1 p.m. Aug. 9. Proceeds from the talent show will benefit the Children’s Miracle Network. Maria, who will…
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‘Vampire Diaries’ to give Marlboro native star turn
Paul Wesley prepares for show’s Sept. debut BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer You never know what to expect as an actor, but Marlboro native Paul Wesley can expect to have audiences watching him on the CW’s “The Vampire Diaries” on Thursdays this fall. Paul Wesley Wesley, 27, was on location in Atlanta, Ga., when he…
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Administrators’ raises guaranteed in contract
Resident raps deal in face of current economic meltdown BY LAUREN CIRAULO Staff Writer HOWELL — The approval of three Board of Education administrators’ contracts drew skepticism from residents who objected to pre-stipulated raises. At the July 15 meeting of the board, the one-year contracts for Herbert C. Massa, assistant superintendent for business and secretary…
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Photo contest seeking entries
The Freehold Soil Conservation District is looking for photographers to capture subjects promoting the beauty and uniqueness of the natural environments found in Middlesex County and Monmouth County. Wildlife, landscapes, natural resources, agriculture, waterscapes and conservation practices are all suitable subjects. There will be a $200 prize for first place, a $100 prize for second…
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