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Bill targets drivers who ignore suspended license
Two state legislators said they are drafting a bill that, if eventually signed into law, would impose a mandatory minimum jail sentence for individuals convicted of driving with a suspended license multiple times. Republican Assembly members Mary Pat Angelini and Ronald Dancer announced on Aug. 20 that their bill is being drafted in an attempt…
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Teen overcomes challenges to achieve Eagle Scout rank
By CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer Freehold Township Committeewoman Barbara McMorrow presents Ryan Sahlin, 18, with a certificate recognizing his achievement of earning the rank of Eagle Scout. When Ryan Sahlin, 18, told his Boy Scout leader that he wanted to become an Eagle Scout, the young man was just 11 years old. And despite…
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Homes sought for racehorses
By MAUREEN DAYE A nyone want to adopt a horse? The Standardbred Retirement Foundation (SRF) is opening its barn doors for a meet-and-greet at its farm on Arneytown Hornerstown Road in the Cream Ridge section of Upper Freehold Township from 4-8 p.m. Sept. 12. Jannine Kraus, business administrator at the SRF, said the purpose of…
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Skaters find freedom on their boards
By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer Several towns in central New Jersey provide skate parks for people of all ages to enjoy riding their skateboards, an activity that some describe as cathartic and a break from school or work. Skate parks have proved to be a haven for freewheeling expression and even reflection in some local…
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Lakewood awaits word on student missing in Israel
By Taylor M. Lier LAKEWOOD — Community members gathered outside the Lakewood municipal building at a press conference on Aug. 26 as concern grows over the whereabouts of a Lakewood resident who has been reported missing in Israel. Authorities said Aharon Sofer, 23, an exchange student studying in Israel, has been missing since…
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Millstone woman dies in motorcycle crash in Monroe
By Adam Uzialko A 28-year-old resident of Millstone Township died after the motorcycle she was operating collided with another vehicle on Perrineville Road in Monroe on Aug. 26. Rebecca A. Malter, of the Perrineville section, was pronounced dead at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, where she was taken following the crash. Malter…
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MANVILLE: Chow down for children
Elks clambake helps special needs kids By Mary Ellen Day, Special Writer Manville-Hillsborough Elks 2119 is preparing for its 23rd annual clambake and barbecue for Saturday, Sept. 6, from 1-5 p.m. at the lodge on Brooks Boulevard. The fundraiser helps supports the lodge’s special needs children charities. Exalted Ruler Joe Homyak is excited about this…
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HOPEWELL VALLEY: Schools ready for Sept. 4 opening day
By Ruth Luse, Packet Media Group Hopewell Valley Regional School District is getting ready to welcome over 3,600 students when the six local schools open their doors to pupils on Sept. 4. If incoming student population projections are correct, less youngsters would begin the 2014-15 school year than in September 2013. That pattern is expected…
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HOPEWELL VALLEY: Mapping the herd
ART IN THE EVERYDAY Want to participate in the "Where’s Olly" contest? Go to www.hvstampede.org to find an online map, as well as locations throughout the Valley where you can pick up a paper copy and take part in one of the many activities associated with the HV Arts Council’s public art exhibit, the Stampede.…
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