• Plans in works for new World War II Honor Roll

    By CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer Freehold history buff Carl N. Steinberg provided this photograph of the Freehold World War II Honor Roll that stood in Freehold Borough for many years. Steinberg and James W. Donechie are leading an effort to re-establish an honor roll in town. FREEHOLD — Carl N. Steinberg and Korean War…

  • Things to consider before inviting an aging relative to move in

    A s many seniors age, their ability to live independently is compromised. An older adult may suffer from a medical condition that makes it difficult or impossible for him or her to drive an automobile or manage day-today life independently. In such instances, many younger relatives opt to invite an aging parent or grandparent into…

  • Are you ready for a knee or hip replacement?

    You’ve heard of knee and hip replacement surgery, but when is the right time to consider it? First, ask yourself:What is your body telling you? “You have to have a significant amount of wear,” says Dr. Nicholas DiNubile, orthopaedic surgeon.“You need to have [a certain] degree of symptoms and it has to be affecting your…

  • Bone up on knee and joint health

    By Jeff Schnaufer CTW Features Here’s a little-known fact: For some people, with every pound they gain, it can feel like 5 to 7 extra pounds for their knees. So if you gain 10 pounds by the time you are 50, your knees may feel like they are lugging around at least 50 more pounds.…

  • Seniors can find various services just for them locally

    Dr. David Bertone Enjoy quality hands-on care at db Orthopedic PT At db Orthopedic Physical Therapy, your partner is Dr. David Bertone, a doctor of physical therapy and a board certified orthopedic clinical specialist with more than 25 years of experience in orthopedic rehabilitation. As the physical therapist and owner of the practice, Dr. Bertone…

  • Conspicuous consumption

    Last month, millions of individuals lined up to buy Apple’s two new smartphones: the iPhone 5s and its less-popular little brother, the iPhone 5c. Customers paid anywhere from $100 to $850 to own one of the most drooled-over darlings of the tech industry, depending on the model, the specs and the wireless plan. They racked…

  • Colts Neck advances energy aggregation

    By JACK MURTHA Staff Writer COLTS NECK — The municipality is one step closer to launching an energy aggregation program that could cut electric bills for residents and business owners. At its Sept. 25 meeting, the Township Committee introduced an ordinance that would, if adopted, establish the Colts Neck Community Energy Aggregation (CNCEA) program. The…

  • GREEN SCENE

    Preparing the yard for fall Gotti Kelley One of the pleasures of fall is raking leaves. It is as much a part of the season as Halloween and apple cider. We all love to keep our gardens clean when leaves begin to fall, but the seasonal ritual of blowing everything away might be depriving your…

  • Drop box in place for drug drop-off

    MANALAPAN — In an effort to help combat ongoing issues surrounding the abuse and misuse of prescription drugs, the Manalapan Police Department applied for and received a grant from the National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators (NADDI). Manalapan police Capt. Michael Fountain reported that as a result of the grant, the Police Department has received…

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