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Long Branch, Monmouth U. partner on shuttle service
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer WEST LONG BRANCH — Monmouth University freshman Caelin Smith doesn’t have a car on campus, which is more than an hour drive from her Tewksbury Township home. However, with the kickoff of the Shore EZ Ride Jitney service, Smith can leave campus and head to points in Long Branch. “I…
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‘Trash or Treasure?’ at Long Branch library
LONG BRANCH — The Long Branch Free Public Library, 328 Broadway, is hosting a special September display that offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. “Looking Beneath the Surface: Trash or Treasure?” is a collection of found objects from unlikely locations around Monmouth County. Antiques dealer and “digger” Glenn Vogel is the curator of the…
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SCAN presenting free health workshop
The Social Community Activities Network (SCAN) is presenting a complimentary, six-week workshop, “Take Control of Your Health,” at various locations this fall. Learn how to manage chronic conditions and stress, improve communication, cope with depression and fatigue, increase your energy levels, eat healthy and maintain your weight. The workshop will be held on the following…
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Slocum murder: Questions linger 150 years later
OCEAN GROVE — Local historian Arthur T. Green II will give a special presentation on the 1863 Slocum murder trial at the fall 2013 general meeting of the Historical Society of Ocean Grove at 7 p.m. Sept. 23 at the Ocean Grove Community Room, 57 Pilgrim Pathway. It’s been 150 years since the infamous Slocum…
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Officials: Radios will improve response during emergencies
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer N.J. Health Commissioner Mary O’Dowd presents a two-way walkie-talkie to Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden, one of 21 county EMS coordinators to receive the equipment as part of a state initiative to improve communications during major emergencies. NICOLE ANTONUCCI SEA BRIGHT — Emergency services responding to hard-hit communities during superstorm…
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Veggies are safer sources of omega-3
Fish oil is the most widely consumed supplement in the U.S., but it may be doing us more harm than good. A new study has found that men with high levels of marine-derived omega-3 fatty acids in their blood have a 43 percent greater risk of developing prostate cancer. This is just the latest strike…
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Darwin enlightened us all
A New Jersey congressman has proposed setting aside Feb. 12 to honor Charles Darwin (Darwin Day) for his contribution to the natural sciences and the importance of science in the betterment of humanity. Conservative Republicans are opposed to the resolution. Gee, what a surprise! It sort of gives added meaning to a bumper sticker I…
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Legalization would send unhealthy message
A s someone who shapes public policy and works to keep children healthy, safe and drug-free, I’m often asked to explain my opposition to legalizing marijuana. It’s best explained with a twist on the iconic “Field of Dreams” phrase, “If you build it, they will come.” When it comes to marijuana, the facts show that…
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