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Contract to operate Suneagles will be re-bid
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer FORT MONMOUTH — The Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority (FMERA) is again seeking a firm to manage the Suneagles Golf Course. The board voted during its Aug. 21 meeting to issue a new request for proposals (RFP) to operate the golf course for an 18-month period. The board originally awarded…
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Oceans of Rhythm
Clockwise from left: African stiltwalker Clyde Wilder, a member of the group Message From Our Ancestors, performs during the Oceans of Rhythm Festival, which celebrates Afro-Caribbean culture, the community and the environment. Aida Faty, a performer with Yakur Roots and Rhythm, a drum and dance group from Senegal, West Africa, gets the crowd dancing during…
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School standards spur full-day kindergarten
By JACK MURTHA Staff Writer More school districts are offering full-day kindergarten programs as educational standards now place a greater emphasis on a strong curriculum for the young learners. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Many of New Jersey’s educational leaders agree that full-day kindergarten is a bona fide plus for students. But to establish the more…
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Long Branch realigns elementary schools
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer Michael Salvatore Long Branch Superintendent of Schools Michael Salvatore has announced the restructuring of district schools to alleviate overcrowding and improve continuity at the early-childhood and elementary-school levels. Changes include closing the West End School and realigning grade levels for at least six other schools. Salvatore said during a special…
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State joins dolphin monitoring
By Kenny Walter Gov. Chris Christie has directed the N.J. Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to join an investigation into 74 dolphin deaths that have occurred this summer along the New Jersey coast. In an Aug. 29 press release, Christie announced the use of DEP aircraft and foot patrols beyond the normal summer monitoring season,…
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Residents recall ’63 March on Washington
BY GLORIA STRAVELLI Staff Writer Members of the Pilgrim Baptist Church Choir, Red Bank, perform at the Salem Baptist Church, Long Branch, during the beginning of Martin Luther Jr. week on Monday. This award-winning story originally appeared in Greater Media Newspapers on January 16, 2004 to mark the observance of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther…
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Get in gear
A fresh assortment of both full-size and compact vans offers a wider range of choices to small businesses and recreational vehicle buyers. By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features With the economy enjoying a welcome recovery, automakers are once again paying attention to their fleets of commercial vans after years of dormancy. New models are hitting the…
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Millstone Little League has winning year
I t was another great season for the Millstone Little League (MRLL). The MRLL is a baseball and softball organization open to all residents. Around 350 players from more than 200 MRLL families make up 23 baseball and 11 softball teams. This season, Millstone combined its softball organization with East Windsor Police Athletic League (PAL)…
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SPORT SHORTS
Christie Rampone was named Sky Blue FC’s Defender of the Year and Most Valuable Player by a vote of the coaches, players, staff and media. Rampone, the U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) and Sky Blue FC captain, has been the anchor for Sky Blue FC’s back line this season. Her leadership has been pivotal for…
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