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Minority caucus plans countywide voting bloc
By KEITH HEUMILLER Staff Writer Lorenzo “Bill” Dangler With an eye on the 2013 election season, the new Minority Caucus of Monmouth County is working to consolidate a voting bloc large enough to effect real change in the months and years ahead. According to caucus Chairman Lorenzo Dangler, the goal is to forge a collective…
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Scam ALERTS
The following is a brief list of scams that have been reported to area police departments. Cable TV scam: A caller statesthat he or she is from a reputable cablecompany, and says the company is giving away a 200-channel promotion. Thecaller will only take cash or a prepaiddebit card. Always call the cable company…
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Police: Season of the scam
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer Matawan resident Donna Gould never thought she would become a target of a scam. That is, until two weeks ago, when she answered her phone and heard, “Grandma, it’s me.” Thinking it was her grandson Austin, she continued the conversation and listened as the panicked voice on the other end…
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Campers at Seashore Day Camp in Long Branch launch 500 beach balls at a Beach Ball Bash on July 26. BOBBIE KINGSLEY/DANNY SANCHEZ
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Q&A
Sit smart with Sharon Peters Q: We test drove a 2013 Nissan Altima and the front seats seemed strange. Looked a little different, felt different. The sales guy said they’re “zero-gravity” seats and they were inspired by NASA. Good grief. Does everything have to have some gimmick? What are you hearing about those seats? A:…
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Working in style
Pickup trucks aren’t just for hauling any more. Today’s top models are posh and plush, for those seeking what’s essentially a luxury vehicle with heavy-duty capabilities. By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features When most motorists think of a full-size pickup truck, images of a burly and dirty vehicle built with strength and durability as prime concerns…
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SPORT SHORTS
Millstone Little League Fall Ball registration is now open and will run until Aug. 20. Visit mr-ll.org for details. Click on “Register” and follow the prompts. Rutgers University will retire Eric LeGrand’s No. 52 during ceremonies at the Scarlet Knights’ Sept. 14 home football game against Eastern Michigan University (1 p.m. kickoff). LeGrand, a Colonia…
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Young players join solid nucleus on Redbirds’ boys soccer team
By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent Most Allentown sports fans around this time last year were anticipating a successful fall season, and the teams across the board delivered. In fact, it was believed to be the best overall fall sports season ever. The football team won a record nine games, its first division title in the West…
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Wicked Tune, Yes I’m Lucky winners at Monmouth Park
Wicked Tune (1) with Elvis Trujillo riding won the $60,000 My Frenchman Stakes at Monmouth Park on Aug. 3. Patricia Generazio’s Wicked Tune held offalatesurgebyAPElvistocapture the $60,000 My Frenchman Stakes at Monmouth Park by a neck on Aug. 3. Trained by Jane Cibelli, Wicked Tune hesitated slightly at the break before rushing up on the…
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