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State’s cannabis program ‘going to pot’
With 1,400 patients signed up for the medical cannabis program in New Jersey since August 2012, many have yet to see access. Greenleaf Compassion Center, which was opened briefly and closed this summer, served only 140 patients the entire year. With one of the program qualifications being less than six months to live, there undoubtedly…
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Howell removing problem trees from township roads
HOWELL — The Howell Shade Tree Commission is continuing the process of taking down trees that could cause problems if they are left in place. At the Oct. 22 meeting of the Township Council, Shade Tree Commission Chairman Paul Sayah and Vice Chairwoman Kathy McKee, along with Zig Panek, of Zig Panek Certified Tree Expert,…
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Zoning board hearing on school to resume on Nov. 20
By ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer JACKSON — Testimony on an application that proposes the construction of a private high school in Jackson is scheduled to resume in front of the Zoning Board of Adjustment on Nov. 20. In order to accommodate what is expected to be a large turnout of residents who oppose the applicant’s…
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Ocean County towns receive recycling funds
Ocean County municipalities will share almost $240,000 worth of recycling revenues that will be distributed by the Ocean County Board of Freeholders, according to a press release. In the Tri-Town News coverage area, Jackson will receive $17,106; Lakewood will receive $41,261; and Plumsted will receive $1,610. The amount distributed is for recycling collection during the…
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Youngster’s effort will be treat for military personnel
By ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer After collecting almost 80 pounds of Halloween candy from his friends and classmates, Ethan Kovach delivered the treats to Dr. Balaji Srinivasan. The candy will be sent to military personnel serving overseas. JACKSON — While the teeth and stomachs of children everywhere may still be recovering from the yearly sugar…
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New mobile kitchens expand disaster response
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer This mobile kitchen unit is capable of providing meals for up to 10,000 people at disaster sites. PHOTOS BY NICOLE ANTONUCCI/STAFF The day after superstorm Sandy wreaked havoc on the Shore, one of the challenges faced by the Salvation Army was providing meals to residents living without power and, in…
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Walsh keeps council seat
By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer I ncumbent Republican Councilman Robert Walsh won a oneyear unexpired term on the Howell Township Council in the Nov. 5 election. Walsh, who received 8,079 votes, turned back a challenge from Democrat Cochise Doucette, who received 4,035 votes. “I think [the election] went as expected,” Walsh said. “My opponent was…
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Squads see volunteer shortage
By JACK MURTHA Staff Writer Greg Williams, a Colts Neck First Aid Squad volunteer, stands near a truck at the unit’s headquarters on Nov. 8. While many first aid squads in New Jersey have struggled to recruit members, Colts Neck has seen a steady number of volunteers in recent years. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Only…
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