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Citing health risks, Rumson drills fracking
By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer RUMSON — Following suit with Middlesex County and nearby Red Bank, Rumson has officially taken action against the impacts of hydraulic fracking. The Borough Council passed a resolution on Feb. 25 supporting pending state legislation that seeks to prohibit the treatment, storage or disposal of potentially harmful byproducts from natural-gas…
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ESU to host British author on March 20
The Monmouth County branch of the English-Speaking Union (ESU) will host a lecture and book signing by British historian Adrian Tinniswood from 6-8 p.m. March 28 at the Beacon Hill Country Club, 8 Beacon Hill Road, Atlantic Highlands. Tinniswood will discuss his latest book, “The Rainborowes: One Family’s Quest to Build a New England,” which…
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Ocean library plans three-day book sale
The Friends of the Ocean Township Library will hold a book sale from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on March 26 and 27 and from 1-4 p.m. on March 28 at 701 Deal Road, Ocean. For more information, call 732-531-5092.
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Irish film festival at library on St. Pat’s
The Long Branch Public Library will show a selection of Irish films beginning at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, March 17, in its community meeting room at 328 Broadway. You may bring a snack or lunch. For more information, call 732-222-3900.
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Sea Bright firehouse condemned due to Sandy
By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer The Sea Bright Fire Department is relocating equipment to neighboring towns after the firehouse on Ocean Avenue was condemned. GREG KENNELTY/STAFF The Sea Bright Fire Company headquarters, which was damaged by superstorm Sandy, has been deemed unsafe by federal and local officials, and firefighting equipment is being moved to firehouses…
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Oceanport may start lacrosse league
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer OCEANPORT — Youths in Oceanport may soon have a lacrosse program of their own, as officials are considering adding the sport to the borough’s recreation programs. Tom O’Brien, president of the Shore Youth Lacrosse League, approached the borough’s Parks and Recreation Committee about supporting the inaugural league, according to Councilman…
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Dune restoration vital to Sea Bright’s future
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer SEA BRIGHT — A committee of volunteers and borough officials is working to restore a system of dunes that stretch 3.5 miles along the beach to add a layer of protection to the borough’s vulnerable beachfront. Heather Bedenko, a member of the dune committee, said in an interview that many…
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IN THE NEWS
Public relies on board members for info about school matters Mark Rosman During the school board election season in the fall of 2013, I half-jokingly instructed the reporters on my staff to ask the following question to residents who were running for a seat on their local school board: “If you are elected, will you…
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Close the loopholes in Clean Water Act
One of the best things about living in New Jersey is being close to the Jersey Shore. Whether it is a day trip, weeklong vacation or a daily walk on the beach, it’s great to leave life’s responsibilities back home and surround yourself with the natural beauty of the Shore. Swimming, fishing, surfing or walking…
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