• Howell pupils honored for study about light and sleep

    Howell pupils honored for study about light and sleep

    By Peter Elacqua Staff Writer HOWELL – Howell Middle School South seventh grade students Ruth Daly and Beata Wolak have earned second place honors in the second annual National Bright Schools Competition. The competition is a collaborative effort of the National Sleep Foundation and the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) that encourages students in grades…

  • On Campus

    On Campus

    Nicole Reisert of East Brunswick graduated from Coastal Carolina University, Conway, South Carolina, with a Bachelor of Science in recreation and sport management. Sydney Wittkop of Spotswood graduated from Coastal Carolina University, Conway, South Carolina, with a Bachelor of Science in exercise and sport science.  

  • Jackson creates zones for mix of housing, business

    Jackson creates zones for mix of housing, business

    By Mark Rosman Staff Writer JACKSON – The Township Council has given its stamp of approval to an ordinance that will allow officials to comply with a consent order between Jackson and a developer who may build affordable housing and a variety of businesses. On May 9, council President Kenneth Bressi and council members Robert…

  • Top reasons for smart tech

    Top reasons for smart tech

    A growing number of homeowners are adding internet-connected “smart home” appliances and features to their homes. A recent study took a look at what’s driving these purchases. Why add smart home tech? Top reasons for purchases: • 75 percent safety and comfort • 68 percent energy efficiency Smart homes across generations: • Millennials want a…

  • HELOC how?

    HELOC how?

    Percentage of homeowners that don’t know how to apply for a home equity loan: 30. Source: Digital Risk, the nation’s largest independent processor of mortgage loans © CTW Features

  • East Brunswick farm gets new welcome area

    East Brunswick farm gets new welcome area

    The East Brunswick Department of Recreation, Parks & Community Services is inviting residents to attend the Heavenly Farms Welcome Area Dedication Ceremony at 6 p.m. on May 23 at Heavenly Farms, 440 Dunhams Corner Road, East Brunswick. The Welcome Area was donated to the department by the various arms of the township’s Emergency Services. A…

  • Teacher helps match foreign students with host families

    Teacher helps match foreign students with host families

    By Matthew Sockol Staff Writer FREEHOLD – In addition to assisting students in the Freehold Borough K-8 School District, one teacher helps foreign students visit the United States. Scot King, who has taught at the Park Avenue Elementary School for 21 years, serves as the community coordinator for Intercultural Friends Foundation (IFF), a position he…

  • Neil Diamond tribute band to perform in Monroe

    Neil Diamond tribute band to perform in Monroe

    Real Diamond, a Neil Diamond tribute band, will perform at 7 p.m. on June 11 at the Monroe Township Senior Center, 12 Halsey Reed Road, Monroe. Tickets are $36 per person. Paid reservations are non-refundable. For more information, call the Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County at 732-252-6990 or visit www.jhmomc.org.

  • Elks lodge will hold Memorial Day picnic

    Elks lodge will hold Memorial Day picnic

    East Brunswick Elks Lodge 2370 will hold its annual Memorial Day picnic from 1:30-6 p.m. on May 28 at the lodge, 21 Oakmont Ave. The event will include hamburgers, hot dogs, salads and corn on the cob. DJ Harry will provide music. Adults are $20, children ages 11-18 are $10 and children ages 10 and under are…

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