• Margaret Haag

    Mrs. Haag, 86, of West Long Branch, died Dec. 3, 2013, at Barnabas Health Hospice, Long Branch. She was a seamstress at Waldman’s Manufacturing in Long Branch for several years before retiring. She was predeceased by her husband, Harry, in 2008; a sister, Irene Corcione; and two brothers, Ernie and William Geresy. She is survived…

  • Sarah T. Allen

    Mrs. Allen, 91, of Eatontown, died Nov. 30, 2013, at Gateway Care Center, Eatontown. She was a homemaker. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert, and a grandson, Keith. She is survived by a son, Henry R. Robinson, of Tinton Falls; two daughters, Edith Novak of Toms River, and Carol Ann Sharff of Keansburg; five…

  • Become a sharper shopper

    I t’s easy to be influenced by the large print claims on packages. “It really takes a savvy consumer to get past the marketing hype and gimmicks,” says Dr. Natalie Digate Muth. With a few steps you can buy more nutritious products. “Look at the ingredient list; how long is it? How many words to…

  • Health&Fitness

    By Bev Bennett CTW Features With every bite you give yourself a thumbs-up for eating foods designed to boost your nutrition.You’re getting more fiber, more protein, less fat or more vitamins and minerals because you’re eating certain ingredients touted for their health benefits. But before you get too selfcongratulatory, take a second look. Some products…

  • Food myths

    Does the truth match the hype of these touted foods? 1. Acai berries This “miracle” fruit, promoted for its antioxidant content, is so uncommon you’re more likely to find it as a juice or supplement.However, it’s on a list of foods you should kick to the curb for not living up to the nutrition buzz,…

  • Car dealership site for food bank donations

    Nonperishable food donations are currently being accepted through Dec. 31 at Circle BMW, 500 Route 36 E., Eatontown. Donations will support The FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. Donations can be dropped off between 7:30 a.m. and 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. on Friday and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.…

  • Middletown moves toward natural gas

    By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN – Township officials are moving forward on a multiyear initiative that will transition much of the municipal vehicle fleet to natural gas and bring a new, 24/7 natural gas station to the heart of Middletown. On Nov. 18, the Township Committee unanimously approved a joint program with New Jersey…

  • BUSINESS BRIEFS

    JCP&L on schedule to complete vegetation management work Vegetation management contractors are nearing completion of Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L)’s 2013 program to trim 3,600 circuit miles across its 13-county service area in New Jersey. To date, crews have trimmed more than 3,200 miles throughout JCP&L’s northern and central New Jersey service areas. The…

  • Café’s holding diaper drive through Dec. 31

    The Booskerdoo coffee company is holding the 2013 Booskerbooties Diaper Drive through Dec. 31 at locations at 36 Beach Road, Monmouth Beach, and 793 River Road, Fair Haven. Area residents can bring new, unopened diapers in any quantity. Booskerdoo will also donate 10 percent of all holiday dessert menu sales to purchase diapers for the…

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