Memorial Day a somber day for mourning
      Once again, as Memorial Day approaches, we are still engaged in combat situations in Iraq and Afghanistan. For better or worse, it's a war on global terrorism, with no end in sight. Whether you're for or against thewar, itmatters not; our armed forces are serving in harm's way, which brings even more meaning to Memorial Day.
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EMS Week highlights needs for volunteers
      Emergency Medical Services Week, observed May 18-24, provides a timely opportunity to remind the public of the need for emergency medical service (EMS) volunteers. Everyday illnesses, New Jersey's aging population and congested roads tax our already overstretched emergency healthcare system and the demand for frontline responders will only increase.
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Writer wants U.F. to move past divisiveness
      I'm sure that no Upper Freehold Republican voter would be much persuaded by Democrat Marc Covitz sticking his nose into the upcoming primary election. Just who is Mr. Covitz to decide what candidate is on what side of the issues or even what sides there are? This is exactly what Upper Freehold has too much of right now.
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Bald eagles face challenges on return from the brink
      In the spring, a young man's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love. When Alfred Lord Tennyson penned this line, he eloquently expressed the universal truth about the birds and the bees. One of those birds - the bald eagle - has made a remarkable comeback in New Jersey and is beginning a new nesting season.
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Twp. Committee candidate proved effective on EDC
      The upcoming Republican primary in Upper Freehold Township provides us two candidates- one who served briefly on the troubled Planning Board controversially appointed by our formermayor, and one who currently serves on Upper Freehold's Economic Development Committee (EDC).
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Community with issues needs fresh ideas and unity
      As this election for Upper Freehold Township has progressed, unfortunately, choosing a candidate to support has caused a difference of opinion within my own family. Despite this difference, I feel strongly that one individual, Bryan Scheff, ismore prepared to serve the needs of all residents of Upper Freehold Township.
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