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Proposals sought for Fort Hancock project
By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN — The National Park Service (NPS) will seek proposals this fall to begin the first phase of the pilot program for the rehabilitation of Fort Hancock. The program, which will include three rounds of Requests for Proposals (RFP) for six of the buildings, marks the first phase of…
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World Trade Center run will honor fallen heroes
The patriotic sacrifice and selfless courage of 9/11’s fallen heroes will be honored during the 13th annual Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers (T2T) 5K Run & Walk in New York City. The walk will begin at 9:30 a.m. Sept. 28 at the Gowanus approach to the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel. The run will finish at West…
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Oceanport Garden Club to celebrate Garden State’s 350th birthday
The 68th year of the Oceanport Garden Club will begin at 10:30 a.m. Sept. 25 at the Oceanport United Methodist Church, 50 Main St., Oceanport. This year, the club will celebrate New Jersey’s 350th birthday. Before the start of the meeting, Helen Peaff will demonstrate October’s design. The theme for the September floral designers will…
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Windmill of Red Bank gets grant for facade work
RED BANK — The county’s Grow Monmouth Facade Improvement Program has recognized the Windmill of Red Bank for upgrades to the exterior of the restaurant. The restaurant at 22 Bridge Ave. received a reimbursement check for $1,307 for the replacement of the sign on the exterior of the restaurant. Owner Jason Adler accepted the check…
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Church’s enrichment series begins Sept. 23
The Pilgrim Baptist Church of Red Bank will host its Community Clergy and Church Worker Enrichment Series each Tuesday evening beginning Sept. 23 from 7-8:30 p.m. at 172 Shrewsbury Ave., Red Bank. The 10-week course, “Discovering Your God Given Gifts,” will explore biblical views of spiritual gifts and how they impact behavior and perspectives. The…
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Towns can take steps toward sustainability
By GREG KENNELTY Clean Ocean Action (COA) has launched a statewide initiative to encourage municipalities to protect water quality. The ocean advocacy nonprofit introduced the Municipal Blue Star Program last week to reward towns that work toward improving water quality. Towns can take steps such as installing rain gardens, offering water conservation education programs, creating…
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‘Cemetery John’ to be discussed Sept. 22
The Little Silver Public Library will host author Robert Zorn at 7 p.m. Sept. 22 as he discusses his book, “Cemetery John: The Undiscovered Mastermind of the Lindbergh Kidnapping.” Zorn’s book and research led to the creation of the PBS NOVA documentary, “Who Killed Lindbergh’s Baby?” The book connects the Lindbergh baby kidnapping with a…
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Theater brings modern twist to 17th-century play
By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer Robert Stanton RED BANK — Bringing a 17th-century play into the 21st century and making it appeal to a modern audience can be a feat, but actor Robert Stanton is up to the challenge. Celebrating its opening night on Sept. 19 at the Two River Theater, “The School for Wives,”…
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Army Corps’ beach replenishment a boost
A s the summer winds down, we extend our thanks to the Army Corps of Engineers for their role in providing an outstanding season for New Jersey’s beaches. The entire shoreline from Sandy Hook to Cape May Point has never looked better as a result of the Army Corps’ post- Sandy beach replenishment projects. Thanks…
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