Tag: Matawan
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Matawan council adopts ordinance creating stop sign intersection
MATAWAN–The Borough Council adopted an ordinance amending the borough code to create a stop intersection on Robert Street and Harding Boulevard. Upon the recommendation of the Matawan Borough Police Committee, it is necessary to install traffic control signals, such as stop and/or yield signs for the health, safety and well being of the residents and…
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Matawan enters into shared services agreement with Aberdeen for EMS coverage
MATAWAN–The Borough Council approved a resolution authorizing the municipality to enter into a Shared Services Agreement with the Township of Aberdeen for daytime emergency medical services. Due to a decrease of service and cost escalation, the council announced that it is desirous of implementing a Shared Services Agreement (SSA) with the Township of Aberdeen to…
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Matawan Day and Fall Festival set for Oct. 5
Matawan Day and Fall Festival is scheduled for noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 5 along Main Street in Matawan. Rain date is Oct. 6. There will be more than 120 booths and tables of crafters/artisans, retailers, food vendors, local restaurants, professionals and nonprofit organizations. For more information, call 732-290-1125.
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Old Bridge Republicans to open campaign headquarters
The Old Bridge Republicans will hold a grand opening for their campaign headquarters from 7-9 p.m. on Sept. 12 at Vision Stream, 3996 Route 516, Building Unit 107, Matawan. Candidates Mayor Owen Henry, Councilwoman Dr. Anita Greenberg Belli, Councilwoman Eleanor “Debbie” Walker, and Council President Mary Sohor will welcome residents as they register to vote,…
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Cliffwood youngster receives special gift from community
Stephen Szczepaniak, a past vice president of the South Central District New Jersey State Elks Association, would do anything to help his “little buddy.” His little buddy is Jacob, a 10-year-old boy from Cliffwood. Jacob, who has cerebral palsy, is a soon-to-be middle school student with a personality that shines just as bright as his…
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Bad Axe Throwing will open in Matawan this autumn
MATAWAN–What started off as an idea more than four years to create a space where people can hurl large hatchets at targets for fun has emerged into a widely popular recreational event. Today, “Bad Axe Throwing,” the biggest axe throwing company in the world, will open one of its newest locations this November at Park…
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Arcadian Chorale to hold auditions prior to fall season
The Arcadian Chorale, an ensemble dedicated to excellence in choral singing, will begin its 2019 fall season with rehearsals on Tuesdays from 7-9:45 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Matawan, 883 Route 34. People who like to sing and are interested in becoming new members are invited to open auditions on Sept. 3, 10, 17…
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Matawan cuts deal with county for Lake Lefferts Dam project
MATAWAN–Mayor Joseph Altomonte announced a renegotiated deal with Monmouth County officials regarding the Lake Lefferts Dam project. The project is a major public works initiative that has stalled since 2011, according to a prepared statement from Altomonte. Improvements to be made in the new deal include dam upgrades, bridge improvements and the raising and reconfiguration…
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Sponsors, vendors needed for Matawan Day and Fall Festival
Matawan Day and Fall Festival is scheduled for noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 5 along Main Street in Matawan. Rain date is Oct. 6. There will be more than 120 booths and tables of crafters/artisans, retailers, food vendors, local restaurants, professionals and nonprofit organizations. Vendors and sponsors are needed. Register at MacocNJ.com or call the…