• ‘Swimming at the Ritz’ premieres in January

    The New Jersey Repertory Company will present Charles Leipart’s “Swimming at the Ritz” at 179 Broadway in Long Branch. Sneak preview performances will be available at 8 p.m. Jan. 8-9. Opening night with a reception will be held at 8 p.m. Jan. 10. Regular performances are scheduled through Feb. 1. Shows are at 8 p.m.…

  • Campaign touts benefits of inclusive schools

    By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer A statewide coalition of advocacy groups is promoting inclusive education for students with special needs. Born out of litigation brought by advocates for children with developmental disabilities, the Inclusion Campaign urges the integration of special education students into general education classrooms throughout the state. Thomas Baffuto, executive director of…

  • Sights of the season

    The Heart of New Jersey Chorus in downtown Red Bank MATT DENTON Annual Holiday Model Train Exhibit at Barron Arts Center, Woodbridge SCOTT FRIEDMAN Visiting Santa at New Beginnings Animal Rescue in East Brunswick FRANK WOJCIECHOWSKI Getting ready for Hanukkah in Tinton Falls MATT DENTON Frosty at the 12th annual holiday lighting celebration in Dayton…

  • Coalition forms to oppose Port Ambrose

    By GREG KENNELTY & ADAM UZIALKO Staff Writers A coalition of New Jersey environmental groups is mobilizing opposition to a proposed liquefied natural gas (LNG) facility off the coast of Long Branch. The Anti-LNG Coalition is composed of 129 environmental advocacy groups from New Jersey and New York, led by Clean Ocean Action (COA). The…

  • New Year’s festivities go beyond the party

    By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Year after year, when the main-event holiday hubbub dies down, the ageold question persists: “What are you doing New Year’s Eve?” Sure, the region is rife with bars and restaurants serving up the traditional party fare of prix fixe menus and open bars. But those seeking a different way to…

  • Allentown girls look to get back to 20-win mark

    By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent Winning has become a welcome habit in recent years for Allentown High School’s girls basketball team. Coming off a season during which the team attained its most victories under Linda Weise over her 10 years as head coach in a 20- 7 season, the Redbirds look to continue that trend and…

  • Holding onto the ball

    STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Allentown High School’s Hunter Gerling, middle, tries to muscle his way around Clearview Regional High School defenders Mike Heim, left, and Mike Williamson to take a shot during a preseason scrimmage held on Dec. 17 at Allentown.

  • Gordon M. Jonas

    Gordon M. Jonas, 55, of Allentown, abruptly passed away early last week. Gordon is survived by his loving wife, Cynthia Ellsworth Jonas, and their three sons and a daughter-in-law, Gordon R. (Erica), Joseph and Daniel. He is the son of Gordon Q. Jonas and the late Norma Dittner Jonas. Gordon was a director in the…

  • Fire company personnel to be saluted for rescue

    By MAUREEN DAYE Correspondent MILLSTONE — Chief John Fiore said he is preparing to give special recognition to his crew at the Millstone Township Fire Company to honor their efforts in helping to rescue a 58-year-old man this summer. The ceremony will take place during the fire company’s annual installation dinner at Knob Hill Country…

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