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Proposed legislation will assist caregivers
More than 1 million New Jersey residents are caring for an aging parent or loved one, helping them to live independently in their own home. Family caregivers have a huge responsibility, and their roles are challenging. Tasks include performing medical or nursing duties for their loved ones with multiple chronic physical and cognitive conditions, taking…
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STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Madison Wade, 11, left, and Annie Nolan, 11, both of Allentown, enjoy a ride on the Sizzler at the Freedom Fest State Fair on July 8. The Horse Park of New Jersey in Upper Freehold Township played host to the event for six days.
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Cruise-in returning to Howell
By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer HOWELL — The Blue Moon Kruizers are hosting their Saturday cruise-in nights full of classic cars, fun and entertainment for the entire family. The club of classic car enthusiasts will host its next cruise-in 5-8 p.m. July 19 at Chick-Fil-A, 4881 Route 9 North, Howell. There is no registration…
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Howell resident facing vehicular homicide charge
By MARK ROSMAN Staff Writer HOWELL — A township resident was arrested and charged with causing the death of a 21-year-old passenger of a car he was allegedly driving recklessly while under the influence of alcohol on a township road in April, Monmouth County Acting Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced. Joseph Gonsalves, 20, of Howell,…
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The Shrewsbury Chorale, a mixed chorus of about 70 members, will hold its annual Summer Sing at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 19 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County, 1475 W. Front St., Lincroft. All singers are invited to read through Mozart’s “Coronation Mass,” a piece the Chorale will perform in March. A $10…
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Case against landscaper headed to Superior Court
By ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer JACKSON — Ongoing issues between the JR Custom Landscaping and Garden Center, Bennetts Mills Road, and Jackson officials have reached the state Superior Court Chancery Division. Municipal officials have filed a civil action, designated as an order to show cause, which contends that JR Landscaping has been conducting its business…
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Families embrace Fresh Air children
By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer The Story family of Marlboro — Denise; her husband, Robert; and their children, Brendon, 14, Gabrielle, 11, and Siena, 19 months — will host a Fresh Air Fund child later this summer. PHOTOS BY MATT DENTON The Shilling family has a tradition. Whenever 14-year-old Imani comes to visit the Manalapan…
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Movie theater gains approval in Howell
By TAYLOR M. LIER Staff Writer The Howell Planning Board has granted approval to an applicant who plans to build a multi-screen cinema at Route 9 north and West Farms Road in Howell. The approval was granted at a special meeting that was held on July 10. Voting in favor of the application were board…
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Food trucks: Gourmet on the go
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Hungry patrons line up at the Cinnamon Snail, a food truck specializing in organic vegan food. The familyrun operation is part of an evolving industry that is dishing out delicacies at festivals, farm markets and on the side of the street. JESSICA DAMICO/STAFF Once merely an oasis for the road-weary…
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