• Edison woman among thousands who perished in Nepal earthquake

    Marisa Eve Girawong, a 28-year-old Edison resident known as Eve, was killed in an avalanche caused by a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in central Nepal on April 25. Ms. Girawong was working as a base camp doctor for Everest/Lhotse expedition, according to Madison Mountaineering, the Seattle, Washington, guide service where she was employed. Ms. Girawong was…

  • Ocean Township eases building process for applicants

    By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer OCEAN TOWNSHIP — Planning and zoning board professionals will soon be available to help applicants better understand the approval process for building projects. The assistance is designed to ease the process for first-time applicants who may be struggling with the procedures, Township Manager Andrew Brannen said during the April 16…

  • ‘Chords and Canines’ a cappella concert set

    The Chorus of the Atlantic will present its annual spring show, “Chords and Canines,” at 2 p.m. May 2 at Ocean Township High School, 550 W. Park Ave., Oakhurst. This year’s program will celebrate a cappella singing with the quartet Frank the Dog as well as the Matinee Idles chorus. Frank the Dog was the…

  • Reader endorses mayoral team in Ocean

    During my 42-year career at the Ocean Township School District — most recently as superintendent of schools from 2010-14 — I rarely felt compelled to voice my opinion regarding Ocean’s mayor and council. But this year is different. This coming May 12, Ocean’s citizens elect their leaders for the next four years, and I must…

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    Each spring, Edward Avenue becomes one of Monroe’s most colorful streets when the cherry blossoms bloom. TOM ROBERTSON

  • Ten candidates seek seats on Ocean Township Council

    By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer Ocean Together, left to right: Sylvia Sylvia, Bob Angelini, Gail Matarazzo, Larry Mishkin, John Stuppi. OCEAN TOWNSHIP — Ten candidates will vie for the five seats on the Township Council in the May 12 election. While Ocean Township is governed under the Faulkner Act and those running for office do…

  • Weekend in Old Monmouth offers a peek into the past

    Twin Lights Lighthouse, Highlands Historic sites throughout Monmouth County will open their doors to visitors interested in local history as part of the annual Weekend in Old Monmouth tour. “Weekend in Old Monmouth is a wonderful event for anyone interested in our rich history and unique architecture,” said Freeholder Lillian G. Burry, liaison to the…

  • Democratic line has shakeup in Eatontown

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer The names of two Eatontown Borough Council incumbents will be missing from the Democratic slate in the Nov. 3 municipal election when their two council seats are up for grabs. After failing to gain the support of the local Democratic Party, Councilman Anthony Talerico Jr. will be seeking election…

  • Owners splurge on pampered pets

    By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer Eleven-year-old Roxy enjoys a pampered life at home in Freehold Township. For some pet owners in central New Jersey, no price is too high when treating their pets to the finest services and amenities. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR For some pet owners, the phrase “man’s best friend” is an understatement.…

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