• I’m Batman

    I’m Batman

    By Paul Hall In 2014, The Lego Movie brought us a unique and exciting brand of animation using the fabled Lego bricks with a funny and genuinely entertaining film for young and old. One of the characters who stood out in that film was the iconic Batman. It was only natural to give the Caped…

  • Collier Youth Services celebrates 90 years of service to youths

    Collier Youth Services celebrates 90 years of service to youths

    MARLBORO – Collier Youth Services, a nonprofit organization that empowers at-risk youths to grow toward their potential in an environment of belonging, dignity and hope, kicked off its 90th anniversary with a Celebration Mass sponsored by the Sisters of the Good Shepherd, according to a press release. Hundreds of supporters, current and former youths served,…

  • Casey–Bart

    Casey–Bart

    Karen and Michael Bart of Freehold announce the engagement of Amy Catherine Casey, daughter of Catherine and Robert Casey, to their son, Daniel Price Bart. The future bride is a graduate of Holy Innocents Episcopal School, Atlanta, Georgia, Furman University, Greenville, South Carolina, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science in 2012, and…

  • Residents opposed to opening base housing

    Residents opposed to opening base housing

    We oppose the privatization of the Balfour Beatty housing units on Naval Weapons Station Earle. The firm’s lease fails to promote the national defense or public interest. In February, Balfour Beatty will be allowed to market their housing units to the general public on the largest weapons station in the Western Hemisphere. Earle cannot be…

  • Lions’ wrestlers hope struggles help prepare them for tournaments

    Lions’ wrestlers hope struggles help prepare them for tournaments

    By Wayne Witkowski Josh Bollard had a typical weekend for Jackson Liberty High School’s wrestling team, sweeping three victories in a quad meet, including two by pin. Bollard went to 26-4 at 113 pounds off his rousing performance. But it’s not a typical season for the Lions. They lost twice during the — to Colonia High…

  • Weise notches 300th win in key division girls’ hoops contest

    Weise notches 300th win in key division girls’ hoops contest

    By Wayne Witkowski It’s been a season of distinction for Allentown High School girls’ basketball coach Linda Weise after she got her 300th coaching victory and her Redbirds finished unbeaten in the division for the first time in her 12 seasons at the school last week. Weise pointed out that her 300th win came at…

  • Investigation reveals price gouging by auto parts retailers

    Investigation reveals price gouging by auto parts retailers

    By VASHTI HARRIS Staff Writer EAST BRUNSWICK — After a joint investigation revealed that several automotive parts retailers were constantly overcharging their customers, the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, along with the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office, launched a crusade of accountability that has ended in settlements. Advance Auto Parts, located at 376 Route 18…

  • Zoning ordinance expected to be introduced in Manalapan

    Zoning ordinance expected to be introduced in Manalapan

    By Mark Rosman Staff Writer MANALAPAN – An ordinance that would permit residential and commercial uses on a 130-acre property at the corner of Route 33 and Millhurst Road is expected to be introduced at the Feb. 22 meeting of the Manalapan Township Committee. Following its introduction by the governing body, the ordinance is expected…

  • 60-year-old recipe brings thin crust pizza back to life

    60-year-old recipe brings thin crust pizza back to life

    By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer SOUTH BRUNSWICK — At 11 a.m., the doors officially opened. Just two minutes prior, the first customer walked into the pizzeria. After perusing the menu, he ordered a large pepperoni to go. Simultaneously, the phone rang and another order for a 9-inch pepperoni pizza was taken. Seemingly seconds later, another…

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