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Township Council rezones tracts throughout Howell
By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer HOWELL — The Township Council has adopted several ordinances that rezoned parcels of land throughout Howell. The ordinances were introduced and adopted in February. One ordinance pertains to a parcel known as Thompson’s Farm on Howell Road. The land was rezoned from a Special Economic District zone to an…
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Bids for spray park to be accepted
JACKSON — Municipal officials have taken the next step in the planned construction of a public water spray park at the Jackson Justice Complex. At a recent meeting, the Township Council unanimously approved a motion to prepare bid specifications and advertise for bids for a 2,700-square-foot spray park. Officials said they hope the project, which…
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Snow removal costs vex town
PLUMSTED — The first quarter of 2015 was expensive for Plumsted, according to Chief Financial Officer June Madden, who told officials that costs accrued in recent snow storms have already outpaced funds set aside for the 2015 municipal budget. Speaking to the Township Committee during a budget workshop on March 16, Madden said Plumsted spent…
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Garden of Hope to honor memory of young people
By ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer JACKSON — Over time in Jackson, many residents have learned the names of teenagers and young adults who lost their lives in tragic fashion. And while those sons and daughters, siblings and students each left their mark on a community that had to cope with sudden tragedy, one resident is…
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Local Foot & Ankle doctor celebrates 25th anniversary as a business in Howell
BACK TO BUSINESS Local podiatrist and Howell resident, Dr. Hal Ornstein, recently celebrated his 25th anniversary practicing at Affiliated Foot and Ankle Center, LLP now located at 4645 Route 9 north in Howell. Dr. Ornstein started his podiatric practice in 1989 shortly after completing his post residency program at the University of Southern California, Los…
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Christie touches wide range of topics in Freehold visit
By CHRISTINE BARCIA Staff Writer Gov. Chris Christie addresses the audience during a town hall meeting at the National Guard Armory in Freehold on March 17. Christie spoke about his proposed 2015 state budget, and guests had the opportunity to ask the governor questions about a variety of issues that concern them. FRANK GALIPO Gov.…
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Howell to host ‘Eve of Dance’
The Freehold Regional High School District Fine and Performing Arts Academy at Howell High School will present the 31st annual “Eve of Dance.” The work presented is a culmination of the progress the dance program has made throughout this current school year and features faculty, student, guest and alumni choreography, according to a press release.…
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Howell officer honored for making DWI arrests
By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer HOWELL — Mayor Bill Gotto and the Township Council recently recognized Howell Patrolman Michael Maccia as the recipient of the 2014 Kimberly Smith Ames Driving While Intoxicated Prevention Award for Monmouth County. Maccia, who has been employed by the Howell Police Department since 2010, works the midnight patrol. He…
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The clear choice: Spinach or ‘Mom Jeans’
ARE WE THERE YET Lori Clinch Now that spring is officially here, it’s time to ponder a few things. For starters, the flower beds could use some attention. The sun is peering into windows at an angle that highlights the smears, closets need cleaning, rugs need beating and there’s no time like the present to…
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