• Monmouth County freeholders adopt $480.9 million budget

    The Monmouth County Board of Freeholders has adopted a $480.9 million budget for 2014. The budget holds the amount to be raised by taxation flat for the fourth year in a row, according to a press release. The budget plan reflects a continuing effort by the freeholders to reduce county spending while dealing with increased…

  • Conrad Smith Nursery is a one-of-a-kind garden center

    Conrad Smith Nursery is a thirdgeneration, family owned garden center that still prides itself with personalized customer service. Since 1952, they have been providing the community and contractors with the finest selection of trees, shrubs, plants, flowers, landscape design services, and topof the-line pavers for outdoor projects.This spring, they are introducing the spectacular HGTV line…

  • Mike Pantina Landscaping can create a dreamscape paradise

    Why chance one of your most valuable possessions, your home, to a nonprofessional? More than any other feature of your home, your landscaping tells the outside world who you are.Your landscape design is the first and last image your guests see when visiting your home.A distinctive image should be created.Thus, Mike Pantina Landscaping designs unique,…

  • Create an outdoor retreat with the help of The Stone Gallery

    The Stone Gallery at Seaside Materials is positively a can’t-miss opportunity when designing and building your dream home.Vision and clarity is what you should expect upon entering The Stone Gallery. Like the tagline says, it’s “Your Idea in Stone.” Seaside Materials created a showroom specifically dedicated to the fine finishes of masonry construction, interior and…

  • Cost-effective fencing options

    Spring Home & Garden Fencing serves many purposes. Some homeowners erect a fence for privacy, while others do so to contain pets and children. Because fencing can be expensive, some homeowners look for ways to cut costs, which can be relatively easy, especially for those homeowners willing to consider various materials when erecting their fence.…

  • Home projects perfect for spring

    Sprriing Home & Garden Each spring, homeowners should inspect their gutters to ensure they are still attached to their homes and free of debris. The rejuvenating spirit of spring makes this beloved season an ideal time for homeowners to take stock of their homes and properties and address any issues that arose during the winter.While…

  • Chicks’ artistry keeps chocolate shops thriving beyond holidays

    By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Chocolate-dipped Peeps are among the Easter offerings. METUCHEN — Along with the requisite fluffy or chocolate bunnies, Easter often brings to mind tiny baby chicks. Locals in the know, however, are flocking to chicks of a different sort — 2 Chicks with Chocolate, to be exact. “They love to make…

  • Red Bank to appoint new library board

    By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer The mayor and council announced plans to appoint new members to the Red Bank Public Library board of trustees during a special meeting on April 16, replacing six members who resigned en masse on April 12. As of April 14, only one member remained on the board, Vice President April…

  • Advocacy group seeks volunteers for training

    180 Turning Lives Around (180), a nonprofit that provides support and advocacy for victims of sexual violence, will conduct a 50- hour Sexual Assault Response Team training course beginning in May. Classes will be held from 6-9:30 p.m., May 13 to June 12, on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 180’s office at 1 Bethany Road,…

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