Tag: Jackson
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Jackson to host Rova Farms Day, reveal future plans for property
JACKSON – Municipal officials will host Rova Farms Day from 1-4 p.m. Oct. 22 to celebrate a part of Jackson’s heritage and to reveal future plans for the historic site at 120 Cassville Road in the Cassville section of the community. “Say Goodbye, Learn the History, See Future Plans,” a flier posted on the township’s…
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Jackson zoners deny subdivision for Swanborne homes, house of worship
JACKSON — A 3-3 vote among members of the Jackson Zoning Board of Adjustment has resulted in the denial of an application seeking the subdivision of a property on which market rate single-family homes, affordable housing apartments and a house of worship were proposed to be constructed. Following a three-hour hearing on Oct. 5 that…
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Jackson council adopts ordinances to purchase, preserve two parcels
JACKSON — The members of the Jackson Township Council have adopted two ordinances that will authorize the municipality’s acquisition of vacant properties and prevent the development of those parcels. During a meeting on Oct. 11, council members adopted ordinances No. 24-22 and No. 25-22. Township Council President Martin Flemming, Vice President Andrew Kern, Councilman Nino…
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Elms Elementary School teacher surprised with $25,000 Milken Educator Award
JACKSON — Elms Elementary School second grade teacher Shaina Brenner has been honored with a $25,000 Milken Educator Award presented by the Milken Family Foundation in recognition of her outstanding and innovative teaching, exceptional leadership and dedication to excellence through professional development. The award was presented to Brenner during an Oct. 7 assembly at the…
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Jackson Liberty High School to host marching band competition on Oct. 15
JACKSON – Fans of high school marching bands are expected to turn out for a Tournament of Bands outdoor competition that will showcase award-winning bands on Oct. 15 at Jackson Liberty High School in Jackson. The Jackson Liberty Lion Marching Band will host marching bands from throughout the region. Each band will present its competition…
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Sauickie introduces storm-related bill package ahead of Sandy anniversary
Hurricane Ian’s recent path of destruction in Florida is reminiscent of Superstorm Sandy’s devastating impact on New Jersey in October 2012, said state Assemblyman Alex Sauickie of Jackson, who is introducing a storm-related bill package in advance of the 10th anniversary of the state’s worst natural disaster. The three bills would help Garden State residents…
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Additional roads in Jackson scheduled for paving and improvements
JACKSON – Municipal officials in Jackson have released the names of numerous additional local roads that are scheduled for paving and improvements this fall. The entire lengths of the following township roads will be resurfaced in the upcoming weeks: High Street, Green Valley Road, Denmark Lane, South Boston Road, Indiero Road, Brentwood Road, Lenape Trail,…
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Jackson mayor reports upgrades have improved public safety efforts
JACKSON – Mayor Michael Reina is reporting that more than a year after a $5.9 million upgrade to Jackson’s emergency response communications system went live, the municipality’s police officers, firefighters and first responders are reporting significant improvements in the technology system that connects residents with emergency services and first responders. “Effective public safety begins with…
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D’Alessandro, Mann lead Jaguars to 34-0 victory over Lions in rivalry game
JACKSON — Once again, the Connor Cup is headed back to Don Connor Boulevard to be showcased in the hallways of Jackson Memorial High School. On the evening of Sept. 30, the Jaguars (4-1) claimed victory for the 14th time in the 15-year history of the Connor Cup against their rival, the Jackson Liberty High…
