Tag: Letters to the Editor
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Freehold Borough will host rabies clinic Jan. 11
Once again, Freehold Borough will host a free rabies vaccination clinic for cats and dogs on Jan. 11 from 9-11 a.m. at the Freehold Borough firehouse, 49 W. Main St. Although the rabies vaccination clinic is held in Freehold Borough, it is open to residents of any municipality. You do not need to bring any…
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Resident hoping Gov. Murphy will veto school tax legislation
After reading the article on Freehold Regional High School District Superintendent of Schools Charles Sampson’s comments following the now twice defeated referendum, I was not surprised to hear about “reducing programs for our students” (who are supposed to be the main priority of education) to get “significant work” that was proposed done. That brought up…
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Preservation of greenbelt is a positive step for Allentown
I am writing in response to the Examiner article ” ‘Greenbelt Team’ Will Assist Town.” I am pleased to read about the recent efforts toward preserving Allentown’s historical and clean environment by asserting the need for funds and emphasizing the benefits of incorporating a professional team to promote the Borough Council’s efforts. I believe environmental…
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Big improvements can start with small changes
I am writing in response to the article ” ‘Greenbelt Team’ Will Assist Town.” Personally, after receiving resources at James Madison University, I have broadened my education on environmental issues. Being from the small town of Allentown, seeing these steps being taken to preserve our town’s historical personality and start to take measures to help…
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No need for 287(g) program in Monmouth County
I grew up on a farm in Monmouth County and am a strong believer in that adage attributed to farmers: “If it ain’t broke don’t fix it.” That is the case for why we don’t need 287(g) in New Jersey, more specifically Monmouth County. If one looks at crime statistics, the trend in crime, including…
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Assembly candidate thanks District 11 voters
Coincidentally or not, we celebrate Thanksgiving shortly after Election Day. And while I don’t need a national day of thanks to kindle my appreciation for the opportunities afforded to me this year, the holiday is a fitting occasion to express my gratitude to you all. Election cycles are grueling for candidates and just as prolonged…
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Planning Board review is critical on warehouse application
A warehouse complex is proposed for property in Manalapan. The property is zoned for such use and is near an age-restricted senior citizens condominium community. The proposed use is to be a continuing 24/7 commercial operation for large heavy haul semi-trailer trucks. The Planning Board cannot deny a permitted use. However, it has a duty…
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Monmouth County profits from federal grant
I attended the debate between the Monmouth County candidates for freeholder and the candidates for sheriff at the Monmouth County Library Headquarters in Manalapan on Oct. 23 and would like to clarify one misconception. Monmouth County Freeholder Director Thomas Arnone stated that no money has been made by (the) 287(g) program and technically he is…
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Resident endorses Fritts for mayor
Everyone is aware of how successful and how much Tom Fritts has done on the Allentown Borough Council for the past two-plus years, but I knew Tom years before he entered public service. I remember him creating the Christmas lighting event that has become so popular in our town each year. I remember Tom taking…
