December 24, 2008 RSS feed / Front Page

U.F. sides with public, nixes zoning change

Highway development won't be community commercial
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

UPPER FREEHOLD — Landowners along Route 537 whose zoning could change from Highway Development (HD) to Community Commercial (CC) protested at the Dec. 18 public hearing, and the governing body listened. More...

New Jersey wants old oil tanks excavated

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

ROOSEVELT — State funds are available to help residents get rid of their underground oil tanks. At the Dec. More...

Millstone mining co. plans new truck route

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

MILLSTONE — A local mining operation wants to change the route by which its trucks access the New Jersey Turnpike. At the Dec. More...

Endangered Historic Sites nominations open

Preservation New Jersey Inc., the statewide historic preservation advocacy organization, is inviting nominations from the public for its list of 2009's 10 Most Endangered Historic Sites of New Jersey. More...

Letters

Tiny open spaces have broad health impact

We have long known that plants and trees improve air quality in cities and towns. We have also found that trees can help reduce the incidence of asthma and other respiratory illnesses. More...

School district should have had more debate over 'Rent'

The Examiner editorial of Dec. 11 was a very nice tribute in support of the school administration and faculty regarding the presentation of the musical "Rent." For that opinion the paper should probably be commended. More...

Planning Board vote on COAH plan puts Millstone Township's rural future at stake

Ihave lived in Millstone for only four years with my wife and three young children. My family is my sole reason for existence, and our home is our sanctuary. When we moved to Millstone from Route 18, it was a dream come true. More...

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Columns

Coda

Fed will reform credit card industry, but there's a catch
GREG BEAN

Ialways laugh at those movies where the loan shark sends out a leg breaker like Rocky Balboa to collect on unpaid debts. More...

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Sports

Allentown wrestling is young but experienced

"Our strength is definitely in our middle-weights, from 125 pounds to 145." — Larry Kimport Allentown High School wrestling coach
BY DOUG McKENZIE Correspondent

Teams taking a quick glance at the Allentown High School wrestling team should be careful. Don't let the youth of this roster give you the wrong idea about this season's Redbirds squad. More...

Sports Shorts

The 2009 Rebel Indoor Shot Put Series will start on Jan. 8. The series will be held at Howell High School, starting at 6:30 p.m. (check-in is 6 p.m.). The series will be held on three Mondays, Jan. 8 and 15 and Feb. 4. More...

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Open space advocates

U.F. residents honored for preservation dedication
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

They are friends, neighbors and cochairwomen of the Upper Freehold Open Space Committee (OSC). Lieselotte "Liz" Kwasnik and Kathy Ricci are also avid horsewomen who share a passion for nature and preservation. More...

Controversial COAH plan gains approval

Planner said state officials deemed alternative unviable
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

Although no public comment was permitted, there was plenty of shouting from the audience as the Millstone Township Planning Board unanimously voted to approve a controversial affordable housing plan Dec. 16. More...

Solar Village expected to get more parking

Project would increase spaces to 18 for 21 residences
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

ROOSEVELT — Residents at the borough's 21-unit senior and affordable housing complex may soon have more than five parking spaces allotted to them. At the Dec. More...

Bird buffs staying busy during winter months

BY ALEX SANDERS Staff Writer

During New Jersey's winter season, more birds show their beaks than in the summer. That's why this is the perfect time of year to see different species of birds. More...

Pianists sought for competitions

The Young Pianist Competition of New Jersey has announced the schedule for its 19th annual Concerto, Ensemble (for one and two pianos) and Chamber Music competitions. More...

A story of courage, hope

'Defiance' recounts tale of Bielski brothers, the uncles of Freehold Twp. resident
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer

When Lola Kline sits in a movie theater and watches "Defiance," she will not just be a face in the crowd. Kline, 67, of Freehold Township, will actually be witnessing her family's history as it comes alive on the screen. More...

Bulletin Board

Conservation poster contest now under way

"DIG IT! The Secrets of Soil" is the theme for the 2009 Conservation Poster Contest sponsored by the Freehold Soil Conservation District and the NJ Association of Conservation Districts. More...

Allentown afghans available for purchase

The Allentown afghans, a fundraiser for the Women's Association of Allentown, are once again available for purchase. A new shipment of the requested cranberry afghan is in and there are several in forest green. The price remains at $45. More...

McDonald's proceed night helps raise cash

The Millstone Middle School PTA is holding a McDonald's proceed night fundraiser for student programs at McDonald's of Millstone 4-7 p.m. on the second Monday of every month. More...

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Opinion

In the News

The spirit of giving
MARK ROSMAN

Ah, the holidays. They bring out the best in people. The spirit of giving. Goodwill toward men. All that jazz. More...

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Schools

Musician helps school spark more talents

Former student builds music workstation for middle school
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

Millstone Township Middle School band students had no choice but to balance expensive laptops on chairs or music stands before Kevin Basko came along. More...

N.J. officials meet with vaccine choice group

BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

As a follow-up to the recent Vaccination Choice Rally in Trenton, a group of parents who believe their children have been injured by vaccines got a chance to meet with Heather Howard of the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services (NJDHS More...

Frame of new middle school takes shape

"When the school opens, it has to be flawless, and it will be flawless if we plan ahead." — Dick Fitzpatrick UFRSD Superintendent
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

ALLENTOWN — The steel body of the new middle school is being erected. The gymnasium area of the new school is the first part of the building taking shape on the site off Breza Road. More...

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