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Agency essential in curbing rise of teen pregnancy
May is National Teen Pregnancy Prevention Month. It is a sad fact that the U.S. teen birthrate has increased for the second year in a row, according to data from the National Center for Health Statistics. We have the highest rates of teen pregnancy among comparable countries. An estimated 750,000 American teens become pregnant each…
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L.B. city hall driving middle class out of town
At a recent city council hearing on this year’s tax increase, Adam Schneider said that compared to other towns, Long Branch is “in better shape.” I think most taxpayers would dispute that statement, since for almost 20 years straight this mayor has boosted our taxes virtually every year.H ere in Long Branch we pay some…
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‘A Century of Smiles’
Although animation had its earliest beginnings in Europe in the 1800s, it took root in the U.S. at the dawn of the 20th century and is considered to be a true American art form. “Cheshire Cat – Krafty “Kitty” by Disney Opening Friday, May 29, at the Monmouth Museum, “A Century of Smiles” pays tribute…
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To escape, just step out of the last two centuries
Coda • GREG BEAN Iguess nearly everyone has a side of their life that they tend to keep private because they think nobody would understand. I know I do, and for more than 30 years of writing columns, I’ve never written about it. I guess it’s time. Fact is, I’m a historical re-enactor, and so…
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Summer events kick off with first Kruise Nite
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer Summer in Downtown Freehold means the opening of outdoor cafes and eateries, people strolling through town, and three other favorites — Kruise Nite, Freehold Idol and the summer concert series. Kruise Nite will see the streets of Freehold Borough come alive with beautifully maintained and restored classic automobiles. Kruise…
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Career shows farrier doesn’t horse around
Witkins’ work with animals won him roles in movies, TV BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer Dave Witkins of Monroe works from the back of his pickup truck on an anvil as he fits a horseshoe with a pad so the horse can walk and stand balanced. MONROE — To the casual observer, there may not…
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Plaintiff lauds ruling on govt. records requests
The Appellate Division of the New Jersey Superior Court ruled on May 21 that people requesting access to government records under New Jersey’s Open Public Records Act (OPRA) are not required to obtain, fill out or submit government agencies’ official request forms. To be valid, the request need only be in writing, including letters, faxes…
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Senior organization seeks new members
All senior citizens age 55 and over are invited to join the Millstone Senior Citizens Organization. Meetings are held 11 a.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at the Millstone Community Center on Stagecoach Road in Millstone. Lunch and bingo are offered at no cost. For more information, call Margaret at 609-259-7867 or Jacki…
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Proposal would maintain housing’s age restrictions
In response to concerns that foreclosed properties in some adult communities may be converted to affordable housing without age restrictions, state Sen. Robert Singer (R-Ocean, Monmouth, Burlington and Mercer) has introduced legislation that would maintain the age-restricted status of housing sold in bankruptcy sales. According to a press release, under current law, the purchaser of…
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