Tag: Freehold Township

  • Salkin publishes newest novel, ‘Blood From A Stone’

    Salkin publishes newest novel, ‘Blood From A Stone’

    Author David M. Salkin’s 15th novel, “Blood From A Stone,” is now available. Salkin, a Freehold Township native and former member of the Township Committee for 25 years, has been writing professionally since 2005. He has been published by Penguin Books, Post Hill Press and Permuted Press. His newest release has been published by Totally…

  • Resident: Gov. Murphy has impressive accomplishments

    Resident: Gov. Murphy has impressive accomplishments

    While having lunch with a friend, she asked what Gov. Phil Murphy has done for us. This letter is to answer that question. Below are examples of Gov. Murphy’s accomplishments: • Gov. Murphy built strong partnerships for coordinated COVID testing and vaccinations; • The Murphy administration directed hundreds of millions of dollars providing relief to…

  • Board adopts $85M budget to operate Freehold Township schools

    Board adopts $85M budget to operate Freehold Township schools

    FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP – The Freehold Township K-8 School District Board of Education has adopted an $85 million budget to fund the operation of the district during the 2021-22 school year. The budget, which was adopted by the board on April 27, will be supported by a tax levy of $73.5 million to be paid by…

  • Freehold Township officials will hold public hearing on $43M budget

    Freehold Township officials will hold public hearing on $43M budget

    FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP – The Township Committee has introduced a $43 million budget to fund the operation of Freehold Township this year. The budget, which may be amended prior to its final adoption, was introduced by committee members on April 13. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for May 11 and the governing body…

  • Ammiano, Cook to seek re-election in Freehold Township

    Ammiano, Cook to seek re-election in Freehold Township

    FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP – Two Republicans in Freehold Township are seeking re-election to a pair of three-year terms on the Township Committee. According to the Monmouth County Clerk’s Office, incumbent Republicans Anthony Ammiano and Thomas Cook have filed nominating petitions to retain their seats on the governing body. The new terms will run from Jan. 1,…

  • Freehold Township resident donates $15,000 grant to Foodstock NJ

    Freehold Township resident donates $15,000 grant to Foodstock NJ

    Despite the ongoing challenges of the past year, a recent study found that 85% of nonprofit organizations had an increase in volunteerism requests, more than double pre-pandemic levels. Northwestern Mutual’s financial advisers have been no exception, as they continue to serve their communities where support is needed most. To spotlight these efforts, the company, through…

  • Errickson School murals serve as inspiration for students, staff

    Errickson School murals serve as inspiration for students, staff

    FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP – The walls of the Marshall W. Errickson School on Elton-Adelphia Road in Freehold Township have been painted by pupils with murals that promote social and emotional health. Principal Cathy Areman explained that the murals represent the five components of social emotional learning: self-awareness, self-management, relationships with others, responsible decision making and social…

  • News Transcript News Briefs, April 14

    News Transcript News Briefs, April 14

    Thomas Arnone, the director of the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, has provided an update on a federally funded construction project that is under way in Freehold Township and Howell. The project is providing road improvements to Halls Mill Road and Monmouth County Route 524 (Elton-Adelphia Road). The contractor on the job is the…

  • Turkey Swamp Park campground opens for 2021 season of fun

    Turkey Swamp Park campground opens for 2021 season of fun

    From chasing fireflies to gazing at the stars, there is something magical about a family camping trip. And there is no better place for one than the Monmouth County Park System’s family campground in Turkey Swamp Park. Located on Georgia Road in Freehold Township, the campground opened for the season on April 1 and features…