Tag: Old Bridge Township Council
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New ordinance in Old Bridge is the cat’s meow
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — The unanimous vote in favor of the long-discussed Trap, Neuter and Return (TNR) ordinance came with a bit of humor from Old Bridge officials. “We’re almost there,” Council President Brian Cahill said to the anxious members of the public before the council voted to approve two amendments…
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Old Bridge silent on animal shelter coordinator
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — A petition with more than 1,100 signatures was submitted to the top brass of Old Bridge, requesting the removal of the township’s animal shelter coordinator. Mayor Owen Henry, his administration and the Old Bridge Township Council have been asked to remove or transfer Karen Chen, the Old Bridge…
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Family thanks first responders for livesaving measures during fire
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — There were rounds of applause all around as police, police dispatch, fire, emergency medical services and a quick-thinking neighbor were recognized for their selfless efforts in saving a man during a house fire in January. Old Bridge Mayor Owen Henry presented proclamations for the neighbor and public…
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Old Bridge officials discuss ordinance to control cat population
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — After hours of discussion, a Trap, Neuter and Return (TNR) program for feral cats may finally come to fruition in Old Bridge. Four years ago, Township Attorney Ken Lozier said he spent “hours upon hours upon hours” reviewing ordinances all over the state and drafted up a TNR ordinance…
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Demolition of storm-damaged homes begins in Old Bridge
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — Almost five years after superstorm Sandy, the sounds of backhoes and dump trucks fill the crisp morning air on Cliffwood Way in the Laurence Harbor section of the township as the area begins to turn a new leaf. Twelve storm-damaged homes — seven on Cliffwood Way, three…
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Officials in Old Bridge ‘build’ upon success of 2016 permits, inspections
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — Officials are proud that the Building Department is thriving in the township. Mayor Owen Henry said one just has to look at the numbers: 5,294 permits issued in 2016, 16,631 inspections performed, 5,362 certificates of occupancies issued, 5,918 planner reviews and 63 continued commercial certificates of occupancies. “The…
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Old Bridge budget workshops being held over coming weeks
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — As township officials move forward on the vacant properties ordinance that was adopted last year, staffing concerns within the township’s Building Department will be among the items discussed when the 2017 municipal budget is put together. A full-time housing inspector and a part-time code enforcement official…
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New police officers have history in Old Bridge
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — Three new officers have joined the police ranks in Old Bridge. Joseph Ramm, Jonathan Ditmars and Antonino Grigoli began the Cape May Police Academy on Jan. 24. They are expected to graduate in June. Mayor Owen Henry introduced the three new officers at a Township Council meeting…
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Promoted officers have extensive careers in law enforcement
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — Three veteran Old Bridge police officers have been promoted to higher ranks. With their family by their sides, Acting Captain Joseph Mandola was sworn in to the official role as captain, Sgt. Scott Gumprecht was sworn in to the role of lieutenant and Patrolman Richard Tulko was sworn…