August 23, 2007 RSS feed / Front Page

Group reports on what war money could buy N.J.

Congressman Chris Smith (R-4th District) wouldn't face antiwar activists on Aug. More...

U.F. may raise rates to protect open space

Average homeowner asked to spend $104 more per year on preservation

UPPER FREEHOLD - Residents can vote in the November election on whether the township should spend more money on open space. The Township Committee voted unanimously at its Aug. More...

Assemblywoman weighs in on Millstone bus issue

Beck says she'll call bus companies to urge them to bid on routes

MILLSTONE - Assemblywoman Jennifer Beck has gotten involved in the school district's fight to help find busing for its nonpublic school students. More...

Septic systems no longer need to be conventional

Upper Freehold sets regulations for alternative systems

UPPER FREEHOLD - In a 5-2 vote after months of discussion, the township's Board of Health voted to pass an alternative septic ordinance. Board members George King and Nancy Amontis cast the dissenting votes at the board's Aug. 14 meeting. More...

Photo contest accepting entries through Sept. 17

If you like to photograph subjects such as nature, landscapes, natural resources, agriculture, or people interacting with the environment, waterscapes or wildlife then the Freehold Soil Conservation District has a photo contest for you. More...

Rolling with the Riptide

Cyclist talks about joys of riding and women's involvement in sport

UPPER FREEHOLD - Fast, fit and over 50. That's one way to describe township resident Audrey Wendolowski, a member of Riptide Cycling, a women's bicycle-racing team sponsored by Brielle's Riptide Cycling and other Monmouth Countybased companies. More...

Two dead, dozens arrested at Ozzfest

State bans alcohol in the parking lot at PNC Bank Arts Center

Following the deaths of two people and the arrest of more than 80 others at last Thursday's Ozzfest concert, the tap was turned off on alcohol consumption in the parking lot of the PNC Bank Arts Center. More...

Monmouth Boy Scouts rev up recruitment drive

Twelve municipalities race to gain new recruits this fall

The Battleground District of Monmouth Council Boy Scouts of America (BSA) has announced the official launch of its "Race for Cub Scouting" fall recruitment drive. More...

Feds deny application for solid waste transfer station

Freehold Township now has a nickname - "The Little Engine That Could," according to Annemarie Howley. And the little engine that could, did. More...

Jersey Freeze may give way to Olive Garden

Freehold Borough Zoning Board scheduled to hear plan for restaurant

FREEHOLD - It just may be the end of an era, one that included ice cream sundaes on hot summer nights and hot dogs after a Little League baseball game. More...

Artists find welcoming reception at Arc gallery

Anyone who frequents the Freehold Raceway Mall in Freehold Township has noticed there are many new and exciting structural changes going on at the mall. More...

Family histories told in unique biographies

Attorney leaves firm after 5 years to start unique creative venture

Matthew Litt has done what many people spend countless hours at their desks daydreaming about. This 29-year-old Manalapan native stopped dreaming and left his career as a Manhattan attorney to start his own business, Bridge Biography. More...

Robotics Camp

Caleb Hibbs (l) and Justin Koenig have fun working together at the recent Millstone Township Community Education's Lego Robotics Camp at the elementary school. More...

Exhibit traces history of comic book superheroes

Montclair Art Museum hosts one-of-a-kind tribute to genre

The American cultural phenomenon known as the comic book is getting the royal treatment at the Montclair Art Museum, Montclair, Essex County. Fans of this genre of entertainment will be coming from near and far between now and Jan. More...

Law journal recognizes local attorney's work

ALLENTOWN - The New Jersey Law Journal has recognized a borough resident as one of the state's outstanding lawyers for 2007. More...

Q &A

Dead or dormant?

Q: We just came back from three weeks in Europe, and when we at tempted to start our car it was dead; it made a growling sound and then would n't turn over. This was just a 1-year-old battery (though a fairly cheap one). More...

Letters

Law would impact New Jersey Fish and Game Council

State Assembly bill 3275 proposes major changes to the 1948 law that established the state Fish and Game Council. Under A-3275 there would be revisions in both the membership of the Fish and Game Council, as well as its authority. More...

New Jersey parks seek your help

During the summer, the N.J. State Division of Parks and Forestry is asking park visitors for opinions on park improvements - things like campsites, trails, swimming areas, historic restoration, boating and fishing access, and more. More...

Law would impact New Jersey Fish and Game Council

Plumsted Township has thousands of woodland acres with hundreds of streams, ponds and lakes that have provided generations of families fishing and hunting opportunities for recreation and food supply. More...

Sports

BlueClaws keep their playoff hopes alive

LAKEWOOD - A scheduled double-header was rained into one nine-inning game, but it was still a successful night on Monday for the BlueClaws at FirstEnergy Park. More...

Sports Shorts

The Allentown/Upper Freehold Competition for the grand champion Little League invites all players from the 2007 spring season who are interested in playing weekends in September and October (afternoons and evenings) to e-mail their information More...

New Jersey and wine lovers, perfect together

Local vineyard recognized as state's Winery of the Year

The state has a crush that gets bigger every year. With 38 wineries and more than 2,000 acres of land occupied by vineyards, New Jersey's wine industry is currently valued at $36 million. More...

Roosevelt seeing red over the war in Iraq

Borough residents urge congressman to help bring troops home

ROOSEVELT - "What a wonderful world this could be. Let's end violence." A green sign with that saying on it is a mainstay in Roosevelt. More...

Tax bills spark need for damage control

Millstone tax collector offers ways residents can seek answers and relief

MILLSTONE - Residents seeing red over the rise in their taxes should understand that 89 percent of their tax bill goes to the school district and Monmouth County. More...

Teacher asks board to keep focus global

Educator advocates for older schools in light of new school opening

MILLSTONE - A fourth-grade teacher recently told the Board of Education that it has focused so much on the new middle school in recent years that it has neglected the primary and elementary schools. More...

Historic village to host 12th antique auto show

The Historic Village at Allaire will present its 12th annual Antique Rolling Iron Auto Show on Aug. 26 (rain date Sept. 16. Antique vehicles are expected from throughout the tri-state area. More...

New septic systems may alleviate old problems

Alternative systems could reduce pooling, clogs, premature failure

UPPER FREEHOLD - The owner of a septic company shared his views about alternative systems after the township's Board of Health approved an ordinance to regulate them at its Aug. 14 meeting. More...

Learn to cash in on racing at luncheon

Monmouth County will host one of the world's premier sporting events in October, and businesses and residents should be prepared to cash in. More...

Millstone looks to fill new supervisory job

Township Committee to appoint nonunion worker to oversee DPW

MILLSTONE - In a 3-1 vote, the governing body approved the creation of a superintendent position for the Department of Public Works (DPW). Committeeman Elias Abilheira cast the dissenting vote at the Aug. More...

Local stone carver creating 9/11 police memorial

Franco Minervini completing project for police foundation

When Franco Minervini was a young boy in his hometown of Molfetta, Italy, he helped his grandfather, Michael, who was a stone carver. Little did he know then that he would continue his family's tradition of stone carving. More...

Things look up for lady who sings the blues

Jo Wymer puts her life in song as she pursues success in music biz

Everyone has a story. Some people write it, others paint it, but Jo Wymer? She sings it - with attitude and soul. Wymer, 40, of Freehold Township, is a blues singer. More...

Clearwater Festival

The 32nd annual Clearwater Festival, New Jersey's oldest and largest eco-festival, was held Saturday and Sunday at Sunset Park in Asbury Park. More...

Ethiopian situation draws look from federation reps

Two Monmouth County residents joined more than 170 lay and professional leaders representing 48 Jewish federations across North America who recently participated in a mission to Ethiopia and Israel. More...

August: Act III begins

Have you ever dreamed of glorious spring and summer flowering bulbs, a garden awash in color and unique shapes? More...

Habitat ride scheduled for Sept. 16

Area motorcycle enthusiasts will be revving up their engines again to raise money for Habitat for Humanity. On Sept. 16, Western Monmouth Habitat for Humanity will host its eighth annual Motorcycle Ride for Affordable Housing. More...

Park visitor center enters rebuilding phase

The Monmouth County Park System's Thompson Park Visitor Center reconstruction project went out to bid on Aug 16. More...

Big wheels keep on rolling

Despite sky-high gas prices, some of the largest SUVs remain in demand for their purpose-driven ways

With gas prices at an all-time high, you'd expect certain developments, such as: Motorists eliminating unnecessary trips? Check. Car buyers looking into subcompact and hybrid gas-sippers? Check. More...

Bulletin Board

A place for friendship and creativity to grow

Does a youth you know show an interest in the arts and exploring his or her imagination? The Monmouth County 4-H Arts Camp is a place for that creativity to thrive. The camp will be held from 11 a.m. on Aug. 24 to noon on Aug. More...

Allentown Lions to host free family movie night

Lions will be on the loose in Byron Johnson Park. More...

Annual Viking Fest to benefit Make-A-Wish

Encouraging the public to come and "Share in the Power of a Wish," Power and Industry Magazine will sponsor the annual Viking Fest 2007, a benefit event for the Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Jersey. More...

Opinion

Party's over at arts center

The state issued an abrupt last call for alcohol in the parking lot of the PNC Bank Arts Center last week, ending a decades-long tradition of preconcert tailgating. More...

Time for air travelers to demand a bill of rights

My stepfather has some strong opinions, but he's a good Republican and hardly the type you'd accuse of being a rabble-rouser. More...