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University slates symposium, luncheon
Monmouth University’s Urban Coast Institute (UCI) will host the 10th annual Champions of the Ocean Awards Luncheon and Ocean Future Symposium from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 30, at Monmouth University’s Woodrow Wilson Hall, West Long Branch. The symposium, “New Horizons: Ocean Health, Research and Exploration,” will be held from 10 a.m. to noon…
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Sound experts differ on impact of proposed motocross track
By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer TINTON FALLS — Sound experts presented conflicting testimony at a Tinton Falls Zoning Board of Adjustment hearing on an application for a proposed motocross facility. Randal Barranger, testifying on behalf of applicant Jersey Shore Motocross, was cross-examined at the board’s Oct. 16 meeting by Stephen Szulecki, who conducted noise studies…
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Flash mob to spread message of kindness
RED BANK — A Life Vest Inside: Kindness Boomerang “One Day” event will be held 1 p.m. Nov. 9 on Broad and White streets in Red Bank. The annual event is held in conjunction with worldwide celebrations of World Kindness Day. Groups from more than 80 cities and 30 countries will join together as a…
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Event to spotlight area chefs, designers
The fourth annual Long Branch Chef Challenge, an event that features tastings of signature dishes prepared by notable area chefs, will be held 6:30 p.m. Nov. 3 at the Ocean Place Resort & Spa, 1 Ocean Blvd., Long Branch. Presented by The Greater Long Branch Chamber of Commerce, the 2014 Chef Challenge will spotlight culinary…
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Long Branch names first poet laureate
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer LONG BRANCH — Emanuel di Pasquale’s long and distinguished career has culminated with the celebrated poet being named the city’s first poet laureate. Long Branch Mayor Adam Schneider read a proclamation celebrating the Sicilian native and city resident during the Sept. 23 City Council meeting, Schneider also read a congratulatory…
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Question on ballot aims to reform bail process
By CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer A ballot question that focuses on the pretrial detention of certain suspects will be placed before voters in the Nov. 4 general election. Alexander Shalom, senior staff attorney for the American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey, said the organization supports the passage of the question. Question No. 1…
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Voters to decide future of open space funding
By CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer The future of funding for environmental programs in the state will be determined in the upcoming election. Under state public question No. 2 on the Nov. 4 ballot, the public will be asked to whether to approve a constitutional amendment that dedicates state funds for open space, farmland and…
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Radio for help
PHOTO COURTESY OF ST. PETERS UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL G. Daniel Henrickson, general manager of Greater Media New Jersey, parent company of Magic 98.3 FM and WCTC 1450 AM, presents a check for $2,800 to help fund the new St. Peter’s University Hospital Emergency Department. Accepting the donation are Heather Veltre (left), director of emergency services; Ruby…
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Neighborhood watch groups keep eye on Ocean Township
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer OCEAN TOWNSHIP — For the past 61 years, residents in the Colonial Terrace section have banded together to volunteer for a neighborhood watch. Colonial Terrace resident Kathy Lynch, secretary for the Colonial Terrace Protection Association, said the group was formed in 1953. With the advent of modern technology, it has…
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