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Library offers program on harvesting, Oct. 26
Fall is a wonderful time in New Jersey for harvesting and enjoying apples, pumpkins and cranberries. Learn about the historical harvesting of local produce at the free program, “The Harvest Season,” at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, at the Little Silver Public Library, 484 Prospect Ave. Food historian, educator and tea specialist Judith Krall-Russo…
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American Littoral Society to host nature programs
American Littoral Society naturalists will lead a variety of walks and talks on and near Sandy Hook this fall. Some programs are free, and others are priced so that many can participate. Designed to help people get better acquainted with the coastal wonders in their own backyards, these programs are a way to get “unplugged”…
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YMCA expands free membership
RED BANK — The Community YMCA is expanding the Healthy Kids membership to include pre-kindergarten students. The healthy-living initiative gives all Red Bank youth free membership and access to family activities at the Family Health and Wellness Center, located at 166 Maple Ave. in Red Bank. The program provides opportunities for children to stay active…
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Boy Scout’s project coming to fruition
New shed at Reindancer center will protect horses from inclement weather By MAUREEN DAYE Correspondent Jacob Johnson is working to achieve the rank of Eagle Scout by building a shelter for horses at the Reindancer Therapeutic Riding Center in the New Egypt section of Plumsted Township. The center’s shelters were destroyed by superstorm Sandy in…
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Shrewsbury volunteer fireman recalled as selfless, dedicated
Members of Shrewsbury Hose Co. No. 1 pay their respects as the remains of volunteer firefighter Cole Porter are placed on a firetruck to be transported to memorial services at Church of the Nativity in Fair Haven on Oct. 7. BOB WENTWAY Services were held Oct. 7 for Shrewsbury firefighter Cole Porter, who died Oct.…
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Meeting to focus on post-Sandy issues Oct. 21
OCEANPORT — The Borough Office of Emergency Management will hold a community meeting for residents 6:30- 9:30 p.m. Oct. 21. Themed “Sandy: Our Next Steps,” it will be held at Maple Place School. Prior to the meeting, the borough has arranged for the state to host a mobile cabinet session 3:30-7 p.m. at the school.…
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Fall Beach Sweeps take place Oct. 19 along Jersey Shore
Clean Ocean Action (COA) is calling for volunteers to participate in the 28th annual Fall Beach Sweeps as part of the Wave of Action storm recovery initiative on Oct. 19 at more than 65 sites along the Jersey Shore. A complete list of cleanup locations and times can be found at www.cleanoceanaction.org. “Clean Ocean Action…
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FIXX faces license suspension over recent street brawls
By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer FIXX on West Front Street in Red Bank has been the scene of two early-morning melees in the last month. Red Bank officials are seeking to suspend the club’s liquor license for up to a month. RED BANK — The borough will seek to suspend FIXX’s liquor license for 30…
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Red Bank’s Halloween parade set for Oct. 20
The 66th annual Red Bank Halloween Parade will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 20, on Broad Street. The parade will end with a party in the White Street parking lot. The rain date will be Oct. 27. There will be prizes awarded for best costume, best pet costume and best float. Lineup and…
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