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Ocean residents raise concerns about yeshiva, dorm proposal
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer OCEAN TOWNSHIP — Testimony continued regarding a proposed yeshiva and dormitory on Logan Road that has unified many neighbors in opposition to the project. During the May 18 Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting held at Ocean Township High School, residents peppered professionals representing Yeshiva Gedola Na’os Yaakov on plans to…
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Hanlon confirmed as county clerk
Christine Hanlon Christine Giordano Hanlon has been confirmed as the Monmouth County clerk by the New Jersey Senate. “The nearly two months I served as acting county clerk have been incredible,” Hanlon said. “Being the county clerk is an honor, and I look forward to continuing to work hard for the residents of Monmouth County.”…
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Living history
Battlefield State Park, Manalapan, hosted the New Jersey State History Fair on May 9. At top, Jim Stuyvesant talks about nine-pin bowling. Bottom left, Charlie Zahm, portraying a Civil War musician, entertains the crowd. Bottom right, Dave Gray of the Wheelmen explains his ride-along bicycle — a vehicle that has no pedals and is propelled…
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Eatontown taxes up 10 percent in 2015 budget
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer The owner of an average Eatontown home will pay an additional $236 in municipal taxes this year due to increases in assessments and appropriations by the borough. The Borough Council adopted a $23.8 million budget in a unanimous vote at the May 13 meeting. The budget includes a tax…
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Country music rocks New Jersey
By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer Country artist Dierks Bentley sings to a sold-out crowd at Starland Ballroom in Sayreville. The venue is among several in New Jersey that have welcomed country artists and their growing fan base in the Garden State. MARK R. SULLIVAN New Jersey may be known for being stronger than the…
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St. Jerome Knights Of Columbus to hold car wash May 30
WEST LONG BRANCH — Saint Jerome Church Knights Of Columbus Council 15012 will hold a car wash on Saturday, May 30, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the church parking lot at 254 Wall St. in West Long Branch. The council supports various charities and also the Tuition Assistance Fund at St. Jerome School. …
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Scheuerman looks to make 53-man roster with Steelers
VARSITY REPORT By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent Ross Scheuerman, an Allentown native who played football at Lafayette College, recently signed a three-year contract as an undrafted free agent with the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League. Scheuerman, who is third all-time at Lafayette with 3,504 career rushing yards, will participate in organized team activities with…
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Millstone board members updated on use of email
By MAUREEN DAYE Correspondent MILLSTONE — Members of the Millstone Township K-8 School District Board of Education have received a refresher course in the use of email in their official capacity as elected officials. Attorney Bruce Padula, who represents the board, discussed the topic at a recent meeting of the board. “My recommendation is this:…
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Principal outlines plan for summer courses
An opportunity for students to enhance their skills and complete the credits they need to graduate will be offered to Allentown High School students this summer. At a recent meeting of the Upper Freehold Regional School District Board of Education, Principal Constance Embley discussed several classes that will be offered during the summer. The enrichment…
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