• Councilman responds to criticism, takes issue with letter writer

    It was with great disgust that I read the letter to the editor titled “Questions Councilman’s PositionRegarding Electric Rates” in the June 25 issue of the Sentinel. The letter was signed by Liz Westbrook of Milltown. Upon reviewing the Middlesex County registered-voter list, I saw that Liz Westbrook could not be found. Coincidentally, the only…

  • AARP providing online aid to avoid ‘doughnut hole’

    In just a few months, it is estimated that more than 1 million older Americans will fall into the “doughnut hole,” the coverage gap in Medicare’s prescription drug program that renders individuals responsible for all their own drug costs while still paying premiums. What a lot of people could use is some advice about avoiding…

  • Holiday won’t the same without Crabiel

    The Fourth of July is always a great day in Milltown. The many volunteers who organize the event work hard year after year to make it a very special day, not only for our residents but for the people who visit our community. For me, every year the day would start at the Crabiel Funeral…

  • Suit that polarized town enters a new chapter

    Coda • GREG BEAN I’ve written about the Stuart Moskovitz/Manalapan imbroglio a number of times over the last few years, so it’s appropriate to note the fact that one chapter of this sorry mess may finally be over. Last week, according to a story posted on the Greater Media Newspapers website by Mark Rosman, managing…

  • Keyport Fire Museum

    PHOTOS BY ERIC SUCAR staff Clockwise from above: Kyle Ely, of Keyport, explores the antique fire truck on display at the Keyport Fire Museum and Education Center on June 13. The museum invited members of the community to meet the authors of the book “Keyport Firefighting.” Author and firefighter Tom Gallo (l-r) recounts some history…

  • ZEST Keyport firefighters share a proud history

    Keyport Firefighting’ surveys 132-year fire dept. history BY ERIN O. STATTEL Staff Writer Above: In 1915 the Raritan Hose Company No. 2 turned out in their gray wool dress coats for inspection. Left: In 1985 Keyport Engine Company members dug out the 1891 cornerstone to uncover the company’s time capsule. KEYPORT — Some of the…

  • Woman charged with unlicensed practice of law

    Detectives from the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office arrested a woman who operated a law office in Matawan but is not licensed to practice law in the state, the Prosecutor’s Office reported. On June 25, Laurie Rieger, 45, of Chester, was arrested by with the assistance of the Chester Township Police Department and charged with one…

  • NOTES

    Students at CPC’s High Point Schools, Morganville, get an up-close look at an Army National Guard helicopter that landed on the school’s baseball field in May. The Kiowa 58 piloted by Chief Warrant Officers Todd Collins and Mike Chiaco is used in leadership and drug-awareness programs for schools as well as counterdrug programs. The pilots…

  • Historical association to honor former prez

    The Monmouth County Historical Association (MCHA) will honor Mary Lou Strong, former president of the board, at its 34th annual garden party slated for July 19. Strong served as president of the Monmouth County Historical Association Board of Trustees from 1981-86. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in art history from Wellesley College, Wellesley,…

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