• Establish a positive homework environment for your student

    Though it might not be something students look forward to, homework is an essential element of the learning process. Homework allows kids to apply the lessons they learned in the classroom while giving educators a chance to determine if students are grasping the concepts discussed in class or if certain lessons need to be revisited.…

  • Sportsmanship is an important lesson for young athletes

    Children who play sports often walk away with important lessons in teamwork and sportsmanship. Sportsmanship can be defined as playing fair, following the rules of the game, respecting the rulings of referees, and treating opponents with respect. During the heat of competition, it can be challenging to be a good sport, particularly when the goal…

  • Local schools, businesses ready for back to school

    Allegro Dance/ Kathryn Barnett School of Dance Allegro Dance (AD) and Kathryn Barnett School of Dance (KBSD) are uniting as one! At KBSD and ADA, “It’s All About The Kids!”Through ballet, jazz and more, the students are encouraged to discover their creative awareness.The staff believes in developing solid teamwork, self-esteem and professionalism. They are proud…

  • Kathleen Garrison

    Mrs. Garrison, 69, of Middletown, died July 25, 2013, at Riverview Medical Center, Red Bank. She worked in the service department of the Oyster Point Hotel for many years. She married her husband, Frank, and moved to Middletown where they raised their family. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Frank; two daughters,…

  • Thomas B. Howley Jr.

    Mr. Howley, 55, of Aberdeen, died July 26, 2013. He was born in Philadelphia, Pa., to Thomas B. Howley Sr. and Therese Lehneis. He served as a fireman and chaplain for the Aberdeen Township Hose & Chemical Co. No. 1. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Howley; three sons, Thomas, of Philadelphia, Christopher and…

  • Mary Elizabeth Sullivan

    Mrs. Sullivan, 80, of Lincroft, died Aug. 4, 2013, at home. She was predeceased by her husband, Peter Sullivan, in 1993. She is survived by a son, Peter D. Sullivan, of Lincroft; three daughters, Lorie and her husband, John Caddock, of Navesink, Libby and her husband, Matt Roseman, of Long Island, N.Y., and Deirdre and…

  • Donna Rose Giordano

    Ms. Giordano, 66, of Lincroft, died July 29, 2013, at home. She retired from Telcordia Technologies Inc., Piscataway, after 24 years of service as a customer service and sales representative. Prior to that, she worked for Allied Signal Co., Morristown. She is survived by a brother, Vincent M. Giordano, of Lincroft; and many relatives and…

  • Andrew H. Scarsi

    Mr. Scarsi, 86, of Middletown, died July 27, 2013. He was born March 3, 1927, in Manhattan, N.Y., where he grew up and spent the majority of his life. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Gloria (Larese) Scarsi; a daughter, Thea Manginelli and her companion, Glen Westpy, of Middletown; a son, Andrew…

  • Toni M. Ambrosio

    Mrs. Ambrosio, 57, of Belford, died July 29, 2013, at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York. She was a homemaker, substitute teacher and paraprofessional for the Middletown Board of Education. She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Michael Ambrosio; and a son, Michael and his wife, Christen Ambrosio. Arrangements were entrusted to…

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