ERIC SUCAR staff Justin Lenart of Roosevelt leads the congregation with a lawn mower during Roosevelt's parade to the annual Fourth of July Picnic, held this year on July 5 on the grounds of Roosevelt Public School. For more photos, see page 20.
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Jacob Landau's studio meets final days
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer
'Without art we are endangered and endangering species." Those are the words inscribed on Jacob Landau's tombstone, and in light of recent happenings in Roosevelt, where he lived from 1954 until his death in 2001, seem more like a warning than ever before. More...
Superintendent believes downturned economy may be good for undertaking
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer
UPPER FREEHOLD - The economic slowdown has one bright spot. Upper Freehold Regional School District (UFRSD) Superintendent of Schools Richard Fitzpatrick told the township's Planning Board at its June 24 meeting that bidding has opened for the middle school construction project. More...
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer
MILLSTONE - A $290,000 bond ordinance proposed last week would in part fund the creation of a municipal car wash. The Township Committee introduced the bonding for stormwater management projects, which included creating a vehicle washing facility and a pole barn, at its July 2 meeting. A public hearing on the ordinance will be held Aug. 20. More...
In keeping with Monmouth County's ongoing 325th anniversary celebration, the Monmouth County Planning Board is encouraging towns along the county's Revolutionary War routes to help guide the creation of a second state-designated scenic byway in the county. More...