• Reader applauds Middletown library director

    I want to applaud Susan O’Neal for the wonderful job she has done making the Middletown Township Public Library the great institution it is today. As a frequent user of the library, its books and programs, Susan should know that she is appreciated beyond words. You have not gone unnoticed. People from neighboring towns and…

  • Proposed upgrade of athletic fields too costly

    The residents of Keyport will be asked to vote on the Board of Education referendum to borrow $5 million to upgrade the athletic fields, including a synthetic football turf. The loan duration is 20 years, with a total cost of $9 million. The synthetic field will only last 10 years and will need to be…

  • Sept. 11, 2001: Memories still vivid after 12 long years

    Greg Bean CODA A s I write this on Sept. 13, my emotional tank is running on empty and I’m sure many of yours are as well. The first week of September is a time of somber remembrance around here, and as the dark nights of fall draw in again, we can’t help but think…

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  • Residents conflicted over restricted parking

    By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer ABERDEEN — Residents in the “O” section of the township have split opinions on restricting street parking throughout their neighborhood. Surveys were sent earlier this month to approximately 83 residents of the “O” section, located north of Lloyd Road, to solicit their opinions on whether restricted parking would resolve complaints…

  • Business networking event on Sept. 25

    The Atlantic Highlands Chamber of Commerce will hold a business networking event 5:30-7:30 p.m. Sept. 25 at Carton Brewing, 6 E. Washington Ave. The cost to attend is $15 for members, $20 for northern/eastern members and $25 for nonmembers. For more information, visit www.atlantichighlands.org.

  • Festivities to be held throughout Aberdeen

    Aberdeen Township will celebrate its annual Aberdeen Day on Sept. 21 with an expanded format, featuring events at Matawan Regional High School and other locations around town. Following on the success of last year’s event, Aberdeen Day will take place at the high school and at locations in Cliffwood Beach, Strathmore and Oak Shades to…

  • New programs, commercial uses eyed for Sandy Hook

    By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer The historical housing units along Officers Row at Fort Hancock, Sandy Hook, were damaged by high winds and flooding during superstorm Sandy. Beginning in October, the National Park Service will market these and other historic buildings to potential commercial and nonprofit partners. PHOTOS BY KEITH HEUMILLER/STAFF Big changes could be…

  • Keyport initiates long-term recovery plan

    By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer While superstorm Sandy-related recovery efforts are still underway in Keyport, the Borough Council is taking steps to build a stronger and more resilient community throughout the coming years. The council voted on Sept. 3 to award a $29,900 contract to Maser Consulting for the preparation of a Post-Sandy Strategic Recovery…

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