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First conference title highlighted Lancers volleyball season
ST. JOHN VIANNEY By MATTHEW ROCCO Correspondent St. John Vianney High School’s girls volleyball squad checked most of the items off its to-do list: prevailing in a hard-fought Shore Conference Tournament (SCT) title game and advancing as far as the NJSIAA Non-Public semifinals. The Lancers recorded their first conference crown in program history on Oct.…
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SPORT SHORTS
Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) earned another cross-country flight to Oregon for the Nike Cross Nationals on Dec. 6 by finishing second at the meet’s Northeast Regional Qualifier on Nov. 29. CBA grabbed second place with 102 points to return to the nationals, where they finished second last year. The Colts won the Nike Cross Nationals…
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Eagles, Huskies vie for state football titles this weekend
By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent Middletown High School South did everything it could to not take its game at Middletown High School North lightly on Thanksgiving. After all, Middletown North was enjoying its most victories (six) since its last winning season, which was in 2000. But there is a state championship game on Dec. 6 at…
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Hornets secure first state title on Bair’s goal against Ramapo
HOLMDEL By MATTHEW ROCCO Correspondent Holmdel High School goalie Helen Burleigh steps out of the goal to make a save on a shot from Ramapo High School during the NJSIAA Group II state championship match on Nov. 22 at Kean University in Union. The Hornets made one goal stand up, as the 1-0 victory gave…
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Artist shares ocean-inspired works
“Transformations” An exhibit of large-scale paintings inspired by the ocean and created by Red Bank artist Danielle Acerra will run throughout December in Highlands. An opening reception for “Sea of Dreams” will be held 7-9 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Water Witch Coffee & Tea Co., 67 Waterwitch Ave. Acerra uses oil and glazing to…
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Diamond Castle and Castle Couture are now open in new location
Diamond Castle and Castle Couture, two companies under the same roof specializing in fine jewelry, bridal gowns, evening wear, and prom dresses, recently held a ribbon cutting event at its new location, 355 Route 9 south, Manalapan. On Nov. 22, Diamond Castle and Castle Couture opened its doors to the public with a ceremonial ribbon…
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Report: Changes needed to help at-risk families
By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer Simple policy proposals such as a state child care tax credit or providing statefunded full-day preschool can go a long way to address the obstacles low-income families face daily, according to a new report released by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. The report, “Creating Opportunity for Families: A Two-Generation…
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SCAN holds Walkers Club in Eatontown
SCAN’s new Walkers Club at Monmouth Mall is open to everyone. Walk at your own pace through the mall, anytime beginning at 9 a.m. Registration is required to receive your complimentary pedometer and to be eligible for prizes. Free informative seminars offered Thursdays at 9 a.m. in the Food Court with guest speakers from Kessler…
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Outside the box: 10 gifts to give your children today that will help them tomorrow
By Michael Ginsberg Just because it’s wrapped in pretty paper doesn’t mean it’s valuable. Sometimes the best gifts aren’t appreciated until the child is older because they’re not “hands-on” toys, clothes, or accessories. Here are 10 gifts that are worthy of your financial or time investment today because they “pay off” (sometimes literally, sometimes figuratively)…
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