• Warming up

    STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Jackson Memorial High School’s Ryan Takacs pitches against a Freehold High School batter during a scrimmage March 16 at Jackson Memorial. The Jaguars, who went 20-7-1 last season, look to defend the NJSIAA Group IV championship this spring, starting with their regular-season opener April 1 against Toms River High School South.

  • Buyer & Cellar

    TOP PICK George Street Playhouse and Artistic Director David Saint have announced that New Jersey native John Tartaglia — from the original Broadway cast of “Avenue Q,” “Sesame Street,” and “Johnny and the Sprites” — will appear in New Brunswick as the sole cast member of “Buyer & Cellar,” the fourth production of the New…

  • Enjoy the area’s many recreational offerings

    RECREATION 2015 Garden State Rocks Climbing Gym Garden State Rocks Climbing Gym, located at 705 Ginesi Drive, Morganville, moved to Middlesex Gymnastics’ state-of-the-art facility in 2007. They offer instructional and recreational programs for all ages, skill and fitness levels. From classes for kids and adults to a climbing team for kids, Garden State Rocks has…

  • SMART Carpet and Flooring: Earn $50 when referrals make a purchase

    BACK TO BUSINESS SMART Carpet and Flooring (http://www.smartcarpet.com) has built such a prominent reputation for satisfying customers that referrals have become a primary source of new business. Acknowledging this fact, the company has launched a referral program to reward those in the New Jersey, Staten Island or eastern Pennsylvania area who tell friends, relatives and…

  • Kastning: Land must be preserved as build-out nears

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer A t the current pace of development in New Jersey, the Garden State is at risk of being built out within the next 30 years, making land preservation a critical issue for residents, according to a conservation official. “It’s very important to increase the pace of preservation because New…

  • ‘Into the Woods’ video earns teen recognition

    By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer HOWELL — Editing scenes, directing actors and capturing the right moment behind a video lens seem like the typical responsibilities of a video producer, but for Kenneth Dwyer, 18, of Howell, it is a passion that has earned him recognition. Dwyer was recently selected as one of three finalists…

  • BUSINESS BRIEFS

    Local podiatrist and Howell resident Dr. Hal Ornstein recently celebrated his 25th anniversary practicing at Affiliated Foot and Ankle Center, LLP, 4645 Route 9 North, Howell. Dr. Ornstein started his podiatric practice in 1989 shortly after completing his post residency program at the University of Southern California, Los Angeles Medical Center. Dr. Ornstein has given…

  • DATEBOOK

     The Nocturnes Big Band and vocalist Cheryl Parker will perform a benefit concert at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 434 Aldrich Road, Howell, at 3 p.m. March 28. The band will play original scores from the 1940s to the present. This event is open to the public and a $10 donation is suggested. Light…

  • Academy of Business will debut at two high schools

    By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer JACKSON — Following the success of digital media and science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) academies at the two high schools in the Jackson School District, a new academy is being offered for students who have an interest in entering the corporate world. A presentation regarding the Jackson Academy…

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