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SPORT SHORTS
Monmouth University goalie Ashley Lewis was tabbed as the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Defensive Player of the Week for the week ending Sept. 9. The Freehold High School graduate posted consecutive shutouts, as the Hawks defeated the New Jersey Institute of Technology, 3-0, and Columbia University, 2-0. She now has four clean sheets on…
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Bulldogs take season opener over Blue Devils
By WARREN RAPPLEYEA Correspondent Shore Regional High School quarterback Matt Muh (16) is sandwiched between Rumson- Fair Haven Regional High School defenders Donald Bedell (l) and Dan Morea (r) when the two teams opened their 2013 football seasons in West Long Branch. The visiting Bullodgs got the win, 13-6. FRANK GALIPO A year ago, the…
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A primeval garden at Brookdale
By MARIE MABER Correspondent A s the head of Brookdale Community College’s 7-year-old Digital Animation and 3D Design Program, Claire Smuga must generate images and animations that connect with both her audience and students. “It’s a way to practice what I teach,” she said. “I use my own work in class as demonstration pieces.” A…
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Live in medieval times at the Renaissance Faire
The Lakewood Lions Club’s 32nd annual Charity Renaissance Faire will take place this weekend at Pine Park, 500 Country Club Drive, Lakewood. The Sept. 21-22 fair will feature knights in shining armor, period-appropriate entertainment and nearly 100 vendors. People of all ages are welcome to attend. The fair opens to the public at 10 a.m.,…
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Easy bathroom renovations
Bathroom renovations are second to kitchen renovations on the list of the top remodeling projects to increase home value.The popularity of bathroom renovations and their ability to transform a space has left many homeowners wondering if there are any easy and affordable ways to change the look of their bathrooms. While “easy” is a relative…
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Some trees can be pruned in winter
Many homeowners may not know that pruning trees in the winter can benefit some trees. Deciduous trees are dormant in winter, so they won’t bleed sap when pruned at this time of year like they will at other times of year. In addition, many varieties of trees are less likely to attract disease or insects…
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There are many home improvement projects perfect for fall
Home improvement projects can add value to a home, and do-it-yourselfers know the sweat-equity that goes into such projects can give homeowners a greater sense of pride in their homes. But no two home improvement projects are the same, and homeowners should know that certain projects are best tackled during certain times of the year.…
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Budget-friendly outdoor renovation ideas
Homeowners are increasingly extending their living spaces outside the walls of their homes. Expansive and intricate stonework patios and decked-out outdoor kitchens are the kind of additions many homeowners dream of. Those with unlimited budgets can enjoy just about any look they desire, but many homeowners may not have the money to go all the…
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Look locally when shopping for your fall home improvement needs
A.J. Perry Plumbing, Heating and Cooling The fall season is the perfect backdrop for deep cleaning, home spruce-ups and home improvement projects you’ve been putting off, inside and outside of your home. Now is the time to shop around for those household items you need and desire. It is also the time to find just…
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