Tag: Freehold Borough
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Three officers promoted in Freehold Borough Police Department
FREEHOLD – Three officers in the Freehold Borough Police Department have been promoted to new positions. In March, members of the Borough Council confirmed the promotion of Ronnie Steppat, Richard Ciampa and John Reiff. Steppart was promoted to captain, Ciampa was promoted to lieutenant and Reiff was promoted to sergeant. The promotions of Steppart, Ciampa…
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Freehold Borough luncheon will honor cultures, generations
FREEHOLD – Residents are invited to a luncheon that will unite people of all ages and cultures in Freehold Borough. The second annual Multicultural, Multigenerational Luncheon will be held on April 5 at the Freehold Borough YMCA Community Center, 41 Center St., from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Hosted by the Neighborhood Connections to Health…
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Audit of Freehold Borough schools reveals no issues with district’s finances
FREEHOLD – No recommendations for corrective action were made following the most recent audit of the Freehold Borough K-8 School District. The Board of Education accepted the comprehensive annual financial report (audit) for the 2017-18 school year at a meeting on March 4. The fiscal year covered by the audit ended on June 30, 2018.…
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Freehold Borough school board introduces $30.6M budget
FREEHOLD – The Freehold Borough K-8 School District Board of Education has introduced a $30.6 million budget that will fund the operation of the district during the 2019-20 school year. Following a discussion among administrators and board members, the budget was introduced on March 18. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for May…
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Fireworks will return to raceway on July 3
FREEHOLD – A traditional display of fireworks will return to Freehold Raceway, Park Avenue, to celebrate Independence Day. During a recent meeting, members of the Borough Council authorized a license agreement with FR Park Racing, LP, for the presentation of the 2019 fireworks display. This year’s event at Freehold Raceway is scheduled for July 3…
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Buddy Lewis, veteran featured in Freehold book, dies
FREEHOLD – Bigerton Yemmons “Buddy” Lewis Jr., the last surviving sibling of six brothers who fought in World War II, is being mourned by the Freehold Borough community and remembered for his impact and influence. Lewis, 93, died at home on Feb. 25. A lifelong resident of the borough, Lewis and his five brothers –…
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Freehold Borough council adopts bond ordinance for municipal projects
FREEHOLD – A $250,000 bond ordinance has been adopted by the Borough Council to finance projects that Freehold Borough residents and business owners selected to receive municipal funding. On March 4, council members adopted a bond ordinance that will provide for the purchase and installation of lights at the Freehold Borough Little League baseball fields…
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Dispenza takes reins of Freehold Borough Police Department
FREEHOLD – A new police chief has been sworn in to lead the Freehold Borough Police Department. At the Borough Council’s meeting on March 4, Mayor Nolan Higgins administered the oath of office to Craig Dispenza, who officially began serving as chief on March 1. Dispenza succeeds Glenn Roberts, who retired on March 1 after…
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New uses approved in Freehold Borough’s downtown district
FREEHOLD – Municipal officials have amended Freehold Borough’s redevelopment plan and will permit motor vehicle repair garages, auto body repairs and painting, and tire sales in a section of the downtown district. On March 4, Borough Council members adopted an ordinance amending the Freehold Center Core Redevelopment Plan. They said the goal is to encourage…
