November 16, 2006 RSS feed / Front Page

Millstone's open space tax will increase 1 cent

Township boasts over 5,200 acres preserved; more in the process
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

MILLSTONE - By a slim margin, voters decided to further build the township's coffers for open space preservation. More...

Development plans for Route 33 take shape

Millstone reviews warehouse project for 57 acres on border
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

MILLSTONE - The Planning Board would not want a new traffic light installed on Route 33 if a new warehouse complex is built there. More...

Older pets need homes

Puppies and kittens are cute, but senior animals also deserve a second chance at life. More...

Equine Science Update Dec. 12

The latest in equine science will be discussed next month at Rutgers University in New Brunswick. More...

Through the eyes of one lifelong Millstone resident

Two townships' histories unfold in tales of Hooper and Crawbuck families More...

In Service

Air Force Airman David M. Novak has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio. More...

Albivi serving a slice of tradition in Millstone

Lakeside deli reinvents itself as a Tuscany-style Italian restaurant More...

Joy expressed at growth of Perrineville synagogue

BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

MILLSTONE - The Perrineville Jewish Center has learned to measure its success by its congregants' happiness. More...

Letters

Resident recognizes open space supporters

A loosely organized, grassroots group of citizens from all different backgrounds and interests came together for the common cause of protecting our remaining open spaces via promotion of an open space tax in Allentown. More...

Four-point plan for property tax relief offered

To the citizens, to the Legislature, and to the governor of New Jersey, I submit for consideration the following four-point plan for property tax relief: More...

Committee's hard work pays off with successful Millstone gala

As a member of the Millstone Charity Gala Committee, I want to thank our chairman, Gary Mangino, and the rest of the committee for a rewarding and satisfying experience. More...

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Obituaries

Obituaries

George Edward Murray Jr. Mr. Murray, 90, of Manalapan, died Oct. 24, 2006, at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., he had lived in Rego Park, Queens, N.Y., before moving to Manalapan five months ago. More...

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Sports

Rutgers' win opening up a whole new debate

BY DOUG McKENZIE Staff Writer

I thought national championship hopes were only allowed at other schools.Meant for someone else but not the Scarlet Knights. More...

Sports Shorts

The UFA40 played at home on a perfect pitch in perfect conditions recently against a team from Lakewood. More...

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2nd Floor announces new features on Internet site

HAZLET - After two years of unprecedented growth in addressing broad adolescent issues, the 2nd Floor youth helpline, a program of 180 Turning Lives Around Inc., has announced the launch of a special outreach campaign available to Monmouth County you More...

Mailbox stuffing raises questions in Millstone

Former candidate may have violated federal postal regulations
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

MILLSTONE - The deputy mayor intends to call a former Millstone Township Committee candidate to the carpet for allegedly illegally stuffing mailboxes on the Saturday night prior to the election. More...

Millstone voters restore GOP's complete control

Grbelja, Abilheira vow to focus on economic development, recreation
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP and JANE MEGGIT Staff Writers

MILLSTONE - Despite a hefty turnout of Democratic voters in the Nov. 7 election, Republicans once again have earned total reign over Millstone Township. More...

Gala deemed a great party, an unforgettable success

Millstone community comes out in support of three local nonprofits
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

More than 325 people danced and dined the night away at the sixth annual Millstone Charity Gala, held Nov. 11 at the Forsgate Country Club in Monroe. More...

Applebee's aids Toys for Tots

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar is inviting children, their friends and families to enjoy "Breakfast with Santa" on Dec. 2 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. More...

Millstone Thanksgiving food drive under way

The Millstone Township Women's Organization (MTWO), together with the Millstone Township Elementary School, is collecting various grocery items for its annual community-wide Thanksgiving food drive. More...

Roosevelt concerned with speeding and vandalism

Benjamin Brown memorial toppled over in cemetery
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

ROOSEVELT - The borough seeks more New Jersey State Police patrols in town. More...

Attorney fails to act on decision

Marko takes issue with mayor's remarks
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

ROOSEVELT - For more than a year now, the yeshiva located in the synagogue on Homestead Lane has been a hot-button issue. The Borough Council discussed the controversial topic at its Nov. 6 meeting. More...

Alexander, Faber victory ends divisive U.F. election

Sal Diecidue's write-in campaign fails at polls
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

Voters vindicated the results of the June Republican primary in Upper Freehold Township's Nov. 7 general election, despite Township Committeeman Sal Diecidue's write-in campaign to keep himself on the governing body. More...

Bulletin Board

Allentown will be all aglow for the holidays

Visit Allentown and see the borough's Main and Church streets all lit up from Nov. 18 to Jan. 6. The borough's official tree lighting ceremony will take place downtown at 6 p.m. on Nov. 18. More...

HAMT will talk about elections at next meeting

The Horsemen's Association of Millstone Township (HAMT) will meet 7 p.m. on Nov. 21 at the Community Center, Route 524, Clarksburg. The elections as well as winter activities will be the topics of discussion. More...

Roosevelt Recreation presents movie nights

The Roosevelt Recreation Department will present movie nights in the Roosevelt Public School at 7 p.m. Nov. 18 and Dec. 16. More...

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Opinion

Coda

With the campaigns over, we can get back to nice ads
Greg Bean

I was so happy to turn the television on last night and see that the ubiquitous ads for erectile dysfunction medications were back in prime-time rotation and the tiresome attack ads from Robert Menendez and Tom Kean Jr. were finally gone. More...

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Schools

Deitz spent 30 years involved in education

Marcia Fisher Deitz, 70, who dedicated more than 30 years of her life to the service of education, lost her battle with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on Nov. 7. She died at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. More...

Scholarships available for communications students

The Jersey Shore Public Relations and Advertising Association announces its 2006 James R. McCormick Memorial Scholarship Awards program, open to students residing in Ocean County or Monmouth County studying communications. More...

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Business

Business Briefs

A free workshop for local business owners will be held at the Western Monmouth Chamber of Commerce on Dec. 7 and Dec. 8. The workshop, titled "6 Steps to a Better Business," teaches business owners how to create a business that works for them. More...

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