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Embroidery group to host free exhibit
The Monmouth Chapter of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America will host a free exhibit of fine needle arts, “With Needle and Thread,” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 25 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 26 at the Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church St., Middletown. The exhibit will showcase various needlework styles, including…
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Beautification project will add trees along Hazlet roadways
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer HAZLET — Several varieties of tree species will be planted along two major highways this spring as part of a beautification project in the township. “This is something that has been discussed for quite some time now,” Committeewoman Sue Kiley said. “Hazlet is a beautiful town, but there are…
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‘Running and Winning’ targets gender gap in government
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer Middletown Mayor Stephanie Murray speaks to a group of high school students during the “Running and Winning” workshop held at Monmouth Regional High School on April 17. The annual event brings together women serving in local, county and state government with female students to encourage interest in public service.…
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Repeal may not stop soccer fields
By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer Despite a move by the Holmdel Township Committee to begin the process of repealing changes to a rural conservation zone, a proposal for a soccer complex on a 90-acre tract could still move forward. The committee’s April 14 decision to begin working toward the repeal of the ordinance —…
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Food banks expand arsenal in war on hunger
By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer Those involved with food banks across central New Jersey are working to alleviate hunger, a persistent problem plaguing families and individuals across the state. The number of those experiencing hunger continues to rise in New Jersey, according to a study by Feeding America, a nonprofit that seeks to educate…
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Bon Jovi helps launch resource center for needy
By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer Jon Bon Jovi discusses plans for the B.E.A.T. Center, which he described as a resource hub for people in need, during an April 14 press conference at the center’s future location in Toms River. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Jon Bon Jovi is taking his efforts to serve those in…
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Area track and field athletes aim to excel at Penn Relays
Area high school athletes hope to play a big role at this year’s Penn Relays. The nation’s biggest track and field carnival runs from April 23-25 at historic Franklin Field on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania. Christian Brothers Academy’s (CBA) Distance Medley Relay (DMR) team looks to collect the program’s fourth Championship of…
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SPORT SHORTS
The Monmouth Beach School PTO, in coordination with the Jersey Shore Running Club, will host its 21st annual 5K Fun Run at 9 a.m. May 9 at the Monmouth Beach School. Register at www.raceforum.com/MB. The Hurricane Junior Golf Tour (HJGT) makes a tour stop in the heart of New Jersey May 2-3 at the beautiful…
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