• Field is beginning to take shape for $1 million Haskell Invitational

    The July 27 $1 million, Grade 1 William Hill Haskell Invitational is getting close, and this year’s 47th renewal of New Jersey’s top thoroughbred race continues to take shape. Among those considering a start in the 1 1/8-mile Haskell is Kentucky Oaks (G1) winner Untapable, who has taken her last four by open lengths and…

  • Allentown Legion playing for home-field advantage in districts

    By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent A llentown’s American Legion baseball team came into this week looking to snap a three-game losing streak and to get home-field advantage going into the Legion’s Mercer County district tournament that starts on July 20. “If we sweep the table, we’ll finish second,” coach Brett Miller said, as Allentown went 15-7…

  • SPORT SHORTS

    The Atlantic Baseball Confederation Collegiate League’s (ABCCL) 14th Annual Capt. Ryan K. Iannelli All-Star Game will be held on July 21 at FirstEnergy Park in Lakewood. This year’s All-Star Game will feature 50 athletes drawn from the league’s eight teams, all of which are based in New Jersey. There will be a pre-game showcase for…

  • Redbirds boys soccer players motivated in offseason

    By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent A llentown High School’s boys soccer team, just like American soccer programs around the country, shared in the World Cup excitement, capped by Germany’s extra-time victory over Argentina, 1-0, on July 13. “Absolutely, everyone gets more excited about soccer at this time,” Allentown coach Andrew Plunkett said, pointing out that returning…

  • A Rugged day at Raceway Park

    More than 11,000 competitors accepted the Rugged Maniac challenge over the weekend at Raceway Park. En route to completing the 3-mile course, participants had to navigate their way around, over and through 25 obstacles, including a 50-foot water slide, fire, rope ladders, tunnels, still rings and walls that needed to be scaled. Awaiting the competitors…

  • Time to tow on vacation

    Know your vehicle’s tow limit and proceed with caution for the safest summer adventure possible By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features A fter a brutal winter in most parts of the country, the arrival of summer vacation season is a welcome gift. It’s also time for many Americans to hitch up their boats, campers and trailers…

  • Bill that promotes agricultural tourism at wineries now law

    Legislation sponsored by state Assemblyman Ron Dancer and state Assemblywoman Alison Littell McHose that promotes agricultural tourism on preserved farmland was recently signed into law by Gov. Chris Christie. According to a press release, the new law directs the State Agricultural Development Committee (SADC) to establish a 44-month pilot program to allow special-occasion events to…

  • Teen singer to perform at benefit for Union Beach

    Jacquie Lee Colts Neck native and “The Voice” finalist Jacquie Lee, 16, will star in “Two Towns-One Voice-One Mission,” a concert hosted by Operation Provide Comfort to benefit the residents of Union Beach on Aug. 23 at the Robert J. Collins Arena, Brookdale Community College, Lincroft. Ticket prices are $50, $75, $100 and $250 for…

  • Fundraiser will assist child in cancer battle

    By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer Grace West, 11, and her brother, Joey, 14, enjoy spending time with their dog Topy. A fundraiser for Grace, who is fighting cancer, will be held on July 19 at the Green Leaf Pet Resort and Hotel, 23 Burnt Tavern Road, Millstone Township. Grace “Cookie” West did not give her…

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