• Leibowitz not afraid to take a stand

    Councilman Michael Leibowitz is running for reelection to the Monroe Township Council, representing Ward 3. Mike is an elected official who well deserves being reelected to retain his seat on the council. He has a proven track record for representing all residents of Monroe, not only those in Ward 3. Michael is a graduate of…

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    The restored boardwalk in Ocean Grove. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR

  • Sandy bills keep piling up

    By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer A rguably the most devastating storm to hit New Jersey’s shores, Sandy claimed more than three dozen lives and pushed hundreds of thousands from their homes across the state. Cleanup and repair expenses totaled more than $36 billion, according to Gov. Chris Christie, and the storm’s long-term effects on local…

  • Still trying to go home, one year after Sandy

    By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer At left, a young man stands on a portion of the damaged boardwalk in Belmar two days after superstorm Sandy. At right, a view of the boardwalk this year. PHOTOS BY STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Union Beach resident Bart Sutton has been living with his family in a Keyport apartment…

  • Miracle for Molly to support youngster

    The family of American Legion Post No. 25 will hold a Miracle for Molly fundraiser beginning at 1 p.m. Oct. 27 at the legion home, 4 JFK Blvd., Milltown. All proceeds will benefit Molly Ann Richards, a 2-year-child with an inoperable brain tumor. The event will feature live entertainment by The Brue Crew, food, beverages…

  • Photo panel to host Oct. 24 competition

    The Raritan Photographic Society will sponsor its next monthly competition of the season 7:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at American Legion Hall, 4 JFK Drive, Milltown. The competition’s theme is “Textures” and will explore the interaction between light and three-dimensional surfaces to make viewers feel the appearance of their subject. Entries will be judged in beginner,…

  • Red Cross supports recovery efforts in Middlesex County

    The American Red Cross awarded a $782,000 grant to the Middlesex County Long Term Recovery Group to address the needs of residents who do not have adequate resources to recover from last year’s superstorm Sandy. The Red Cross grant will be used to help approximately 300 people who were affected by Sandy achieve sustainable recovery…

  • Car wash, clothing drive to support band

    The Spotswood High School Band will host its Car Wash and Clothing Drive 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Oct. 26 at the high school, 105 Summerhill Road. In the event of rain, clothing donations will still be accepted. Spotswood Chargers umbrellas, car magnets and car air fresheners will be available for purchase.

  • Church to sponsor wine, beer tasting

    St. Paul’s Church will hold its Wine and Beer Tasting fundraiser 6-10 p.m. Nov. 2 at American Legion Post No. 25, 4 JFK Drive, Milltown. The event will feature 150 wines and beers, a catered dinner, live entertainment, basket raffles and 50/50s. Free child care will be offered at the church. Tickets cost $40 each.…

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