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Library’s December events include films
The Matawan-Aberdeen Public Library will screen several movies and host special events during December at 165 Main St. All events are free. Movies will be screened at 2 p.m. and include: “The Way, Way Back” on Dec. 9; “A Christmas Story” on Dec. 15; “It’s a Wonderful Life” on Dec. 16; “The Polar Express” on…
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Opponents take issue with Heritage development plan
By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN — The township Planning Board has begun hearing opposition testimony on the long-running Heritage at Middletown application, and experts say the proposal would significantly increase local traffic and potentially violate Middletown’s development regulations. The application, which was first proposed by developer American Properties in December 2012, would entail building…
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Block scheduling is a hit in Middletown
By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN — Students, teachers and administrators say the new block scheduling system at Middletown’s high schools is a success, improving learning and making schools safer while better preparing alumni for the next level. During a public presentation before the Board of Education on Nov. 19, High School North Principal Dr.…
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Holmdel fire rescue’s fundraiser Dec. 6
The Holmdel Fire and Rescue Co. 2 will hold its first Holiday Steak Bake Fundraiser at 7 p.m. on Dec. 6 at the North Centerville Firehouse, 372 Middle Road, Hazlet. The all-you-can-eat-and-drink fundraiser will feature steak, beer, wine and soda. There will be a prize for the tackiest Christmas sweater. The cost is $50 per…
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Sewerage utility awarded $16.5M for facility repairs
By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer The Bayshore Regional Sewerage Authority (BRSA) will receive an additional $16.5 million in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funding to help repair two costly incinerators damaged during superstorm Sandy. According to BRSA Executive Director Robert Fischer, the work will help re-establish services that have remained offline since the storm and…
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Tuition bill hurts New Jersey students and taxpayers
Democrats are touting another assault on U.S. citizens’ rights and pocketbooks with their in-state tuition gift for illegal aliens. This bill hurts New Jersey students and New Jersey taxpayers. Here are some reasons why: The new tuition paid by illegal aliens will be $14,000 per year. The current rate is $28,000. Who will make…
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Darwin enlightened us all
A New Jersey congressman has proposed setting aside Feb. 12 to honor Charles Darwin (Darwin Day) for his contribution to the natural sciences and the importance of science in the betterment of humanity. Conservative Republicans are opposed to the resolution. Gee, what a surprise! It sort of gives added meaning to a bumper sticker I…
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STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR People gather to celebrate the lighting of the Chanukah Menorah at the Aberdeen Township Municipal Complex on Nov. 25.
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