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Changes of scenery abound along Henry Hudson Trail
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer Sandy Hook Bay Driving through the Bayshore region of Monmouth County, a paved trail runs parallel to the road, sometimes disappearing behind a grove of trees before reappearing a few miles down the path in another town. This is the scenic Henry Hudson Trail. A former railroad right of way,…
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Economy, Sandy create superstorm of need
By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer Carlos Rodriguez, executive director of the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, speaks at the kickoff of Hunger Action Month on Sept. 4. KEITH HEUMILLER/STAFF The combination of a severe recession and two costly hurricanes has left thousands of families throughout Monmouth, Middlesex and Ocean counties unable to afford the…
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N.J. diners: Coffee, chow and camaraderie
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer The owners of diners across central New Jersey say success in the trade is about more than serving good food at reasonable prices. It’s also about the family-like relationships that form among generations of employees and customers. JESSICA DAMICO/STAFF Standing like so many silver or otherwise brightly colored beacons, they…
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Sandy fraud task clinic comes to Bayshore Sept. 19
MIDDLETOWN — The Monmouth County Superstorm Sandy Fraud Task Force and Volunteer Lawyers for Justice will host a joint clinic at the Bayshore Activity Center (Seabrook-Wilson House), 719 Port Monmouth Road, Port Monmouth, from 2 – 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19. Sandy Fraud Task Force personnel from the Prosecutor’s Office, Monmouth County Department of…
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George Wall Ford Lincoln sponsors inaugural N.J. Auto Retailers Run for the Warriors
George Wall Ford Lincoln has joined dealerships across the state in support of the inaugural New Jersey Auto Retailers Run for the Warriors, a race that will both honor the sacrifices of the military and raise funds to support the needs of today’s wounded veterans and their families. This unique road race will take place…
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Small SUVs crash tests
Only two models out of 13 tested passed the latest ‘small overlap crash’ test. By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features Compact SUVs, particularly the latest car-based crossover models, are hot items these days, ranked third behind midsize and compact cars in terms of sales volume. They appeal to a wide range of buyers — from single…
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Six myths about short sales
Under water and considering a short sale? Get the full story before you make your choice By Alexandra Gallucci CTW Features Short sales have become increasingly common since the mortgage crisis of 2008. In fact, they accounted for 22 percent of all residential sales in 2012, according to the 2012 U.S. Foreclosure and Short Sales…
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Weichert Relocation Resources changes name to Weichert Workforce Mobility
Weichert Relocation Resources Inc., one of the world’s leading providers of corporate workforce mobility solutions, announced that it has officially changed its name to Weichert Workforce Mobility Inc. The name change reflects the company’s expanded scope of services and the increasingly prominent role these services play in strategic workforce management. “As the demographics of the…
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SPORT SHORTS
The Keyport Recreation Commission and the Keyport Spanish American Club will present the seventh annual KeyportFest 5K Race on Sept. 21 at 8:30 a.m. Runners can begin checking in for registration at Fireman’s Park, across from the Keyport Fishery on West Front Street, beginning at 7 a.m. Pre-entry for registration is $15 until Sept. 14.…
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