Tag: Eatontown
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Genealogist to discuss ‘Digging for Roots in the Garden State’
EATONTOWN — The Monmouth County Genealogy Society will hold its general meeting at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Community Center, 72 Broad St., Eatontown. The speaker will be Michelle Chubenko, who will present “Digging for Roots in the Garden State.” Chubenko is a professional genealogist whose company, Jersey Roots Genealogy, performs research utilizing statewide…
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Eatontown discusses changes to Monmouth Mall plan
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer EATONTOWN — Talks continue to be underway as borough professionals and Kushner Companies figure out how best to move forward with the redevelopment of the Monmouth Mall site in a way that appeases all parties involved. During a crowded July 27 Borough Council meeting, Mayor Dennis Connelly said he…
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‘Stuff the Bus’ takes another ride to deliver school supplies for children
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties has launched its annual “Stuff the Bus” school supply drive to meet the ever-growing demand for materials needed by children throughout the area. The drive is designed to help ensure that children begin the school year right by having the tools they…
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Eatontown officers, first aid responders honored
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer EATONTOWN — A recent Borough Council meeting featured local volunteers who were honored for their hard work and dedication in saving lives and making the community a better place to live. “It’s always great here in the borough to have some great things that happen, especially from our volunteers,”…
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Oceanport happy with homeless shelter location at Fort Monmouth
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer OCEANPORT — A proposed temporary homeless shelter has found a permanent home. Oceanport Mayor Jay Coffey said the homeless shelter, which is required to be in Oceanport, will be constructed on the site of Building 906 and Building 908 at Fort Monmouth and not at a previously discussed location, which…
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Circle BMW launches campaign to benefit Monmouth County SPCA
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer EATONTOWN — Circle BMW has launched a new public awareness and fundraising campaign to benefit the Monmouth County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA). With every registered test drive taken at Circle BMW through Aug. 19, $25 will be donated to the Monmouth County SPCA. Circle…
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Eatontown promotes fire safety
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer EATONTOWN — Volunteers went door to door recently to educate local families about fire safety and to install free smoke alarms in homes that needed them. Members of the Red Cross, Sen. Jennifer Beck’s (R-Monmouth) office, the Eatontown Fire Department, First Aid and Office of Emergency Management visited homes…
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Fort Monmouth barracks to focus on arts
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer FORT MONMOUTH- A cultural center is being considered for the site of the former housing barracks in the Eatontown section of Fort Monmouth. The Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority (FMERA) issued a Request for Offers to Purchase (RFOTP) for the former barracks on July 1, with responses due by Aug.…
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Eatontown council mourns, honors students, updates Monmouth Mall
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer EATONTOWN – A recent Borough Council meeting saw some highs and lows as the governing body recognized local students for achievements outside of the classroom, discussed a new trap, neuter and release program, provided a quick update on the Monmouth Mall redevelopment and grieved the loss of a “hometown…
