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Local NAACP weighs response to Ferguson
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer LONG BRANCH — Among the topics of discussion when the NAACP of Greater Long Branch meets on Dec. 6 will be whether any type of demonstration or event would be appropriate in response to the fatal shooting of a teenager in Ferguson, Missouri. William “Lorenzo” Dangler, president of the local…
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Plan for new boardwalk advances in Long Branch
By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer LONG BRANCH — A new boardwalk is in the works as the Long Branch City Council voted to move forward with a $30.4 million bond ordinance for several city projects. After taking public comment at the Nov. 25 meeting, the council voted unanimously to adopt the ordinance allowing the city…
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Bills would toughen burglary laws
Currently in New Jersey, burglary is a third-degree crime that does not carry a prison sentence for a first-time offender. A bill that sought to upgrade the charge for the unlawful break-in of a home from a third-degree offense to a second-degree crime — resulting in a five- to 10-year prison term if convicted —…
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STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Ava Taeschler, 8, of Colts Neck, pulls on extra socks prior to an ice skating session at Howell Ice World on Nov. 24.
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Inventors flourish in our Garden State
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer A s New Jersey celebrates its 350th birthday, author Linda J. Barth paid homage to the inventions that have come out of the Garden State, detailing the history of many in her new book. “I got tired of people making fun of my state,” she said of the inspiration…
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Keansburg apparel proceeds to benefit Olde Heidelberg Inn rebuild
Keansburg Amusement Park has launched its first-ever online apparel store. The endeavor by Keansburg Amusement Park will feature t-shirts, hoodie sweatshirts and an embroidered hat, all with the new Keansburg Amusement Park logo on it. Proceeds from the apparel sales will help to rebuild the Olde Heidelberg Inn. The Olde Heidelberg Inn is a century…
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GOP gains mayor’s seat after Eatontown recount
By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer When the Eatontown Borough Council reorganizes in January, Republicans will solidify their control of the governing body with the addition of a Republican mayor who will vote in the event of a tie. A Nov. 24 recount of ballots cast in the municipal election by the Monmouth County Board of…
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Adoptions mark start of new journey for area families
By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer Above: Adam Fearon of Middletown gives his newly adopted son, Justin, 7, a loving hug while attending the National Adoption Day ceremony Nov. 21 at the Monmouth County Courthouse in Freehold Borough. Left: Keynote speaker and Manalapan Committeeman Ryan Green smiles at his daughter Rebecca as he addresses the…
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Monmouth Park racetrack betting on fantasy sports
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer While wagering on sporting events remains prohibited, Monmouth Park racetrack is aiming to tap the growing market of fantasy football players. Dennis Drazin, advisor to the New Jersey Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, operator of Monmouth Park, said on Dec. 1 that he has set meetings with different companies that could run…
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