December 31, 2008 RSS feed / Front Page

The next level of figure skating

Millstone youth part of new synchronized skating craze

Synchronized skating is one of the fastest-growing sports in America, with potential for becoming a medal sport in the 2010 Olympics, and one Millstone youth revels in getting the activity the recognition it deserves. More...

Serving families

Allentown Junior Girl Scout Troop 71692 collected and delivered over 600 books for the HomeFront families of Trenton. The book collection served as part of the Scouts' Bronze Award project focused on helping the homeless. More...

Bloopers •

In this economy, a '4-carrot diamond' may not be far-fetched

Every year we like to look back at the typographical and grammatical errors that almost made it, and some that actually did make it, into some of Greater Media Newspapers' 12 weekly publications. More...

U.F. invited to be part of scenic byway project

Route would explore area's Revolutionary War history

UPPER FREEHOLD — Monmouth County Planning Board (MCPB) officials touted the benefits of scenic byways in a presentation at the Dec. 17 Township Committee meeting. More...

Gunshots in the morn, just rural way of life

Officials tell residents to accept legal hunting

UPPER FREEHOLD — Committeeman David Reed had some words of advice for those planning to move to the township. More...

Equine community celebrates past year

The state's horse industry will reflect on 2008 achievements at the upcoming 52nd annual Breeders' Dinner. The New Jersey Equine Advisory Board will host the dinner on Jan. 25 at the Radisson Hotel in Freehold. More...

Employees celebrate serviceman's return

Administrators at CareOne recently welcomed one of their own, Jean Joseph, the administrator of the CareOne of Jackson Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on History Lane, back from six months of military duty overseas. More...

Letters

Designate a sober driver before every party

The holiday season is supposed to be a time for family, friends, and festive celebrations, but it is unfortunately also a time when there is a tragic jump in the number of alcohol related highway fatalities each year between Thanksgiving and New Ye More...

Association extends thanks to Memory Walk supporters

I'd like to thank all of the Monmouth County residents and community members who supported our Memory Walk event on Sept. 27. We had a turnout of nearly 1,000 community residents. More...

Millstone community gave Scouts tremendous support

The members of Junior Girl Scout Troop 1767 of Millstone would like to sincerely thank all of those who helped to support our Bronze Award project "Kits of Caring." Thanks to your generosity, we will be delivering 200 kits to Saint Peter's Hospita More...

Sports

Allentown falls to Howell in season's first dual meet

Above: Allentown's Taylor Maul (r) has control of Howell's Joe Esposito during their 119-pound bout on Dec. 23 at Allentown. Right: Allentown's Steve Coletti tries to escape the hold of Howell's C.J. Hatch during their 103-pound match. More...

County will resolve U.F. road issues

Officials seek input on Sharon Station Rd. problems

Monmouth County may have some solutions for the myriad traffic problems on Sharon Station Road in Upper Freehold. More...

Couple used soil, seeds to help students grow

Two veteran teachers retire from AHS Ag. Department

Jacque "Jack" Roszel won't have to get up at 4:15 in the morning any more. After 37 years of teaching agricultural science at Allentown High School (AHS), he will retire on Jan. 1. More...

'Tis the season for criminal activity

UPPER FREEHOLD — In light of recent burglaries in the area, Sgt. Jeff Poedubicky, an 11-year veteran of the New Jersey State Police, gave a presentation at the Dec. More...

Operation Redbird: Support the troops

AHS has sent over 150 care packages to military

UPPER FREEHOLD — Military service men and women will be enjoying a bit of cheer from home this holiday season, due to the efforts of Allentown High School (AHS) employees, students and members of the community. More...

Community drive

Saint John's Roman Catholic Church Religious Education students in Allentown recently participated in a coin harvest in conjunction with the 32nd Allentown Area Crop Walk, which collects donations to assist in local and global hunger relief. More...

COAH issues affordable housing funding guide

Public and private sources of funding are listed

TRENTON — An Affordable Housing Funding Source Guide is now available on the Council on Affordable Housing (COAH) Web site, N.J. Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Commissioner Joseph Doria announced. More...

Fusion 2009

Amanda Thomas, of the Clarksburg section of Millstone, will perform with other dance class members in Fusion 2009 at the Notre Dame High School in Lawrenceville Jan. 10. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. More...

Getting Fido to Sit! Stay! and say 'Fleas'

'PhoDOGraphy' offers tips on 'shooting' man's best friend

Frustrated dog lovers looking for that elusive "Kodak moment" of their pooch need search no further — photographer Kim Levin's latest book is a primer for pet paparazzi. More...

ACA-NJ to hold local camp fair Jan. 17

Now that you have spent Christmas vacation home with your children have you thought about what you will do with them this summer? Would your child be interested in a horseback riding camp or a space camp or a travel camp or an adventure camp? More...

Bulletin Board

Millstone Mathkinz Math competition open

A Mathkinz Mathematics Competition, open to youngsters in second through eighth grade, will be offered 9 a.m. Jan. 31 at Millstone Middle School, 5 Dawson Court, Millstone. More...

Domestic violence victims offered aid

180 Turning Lives Around Inc. in Hazlet is forming new domestic violence survivor support groups. Start the process of healing in a safe and nurturing environment. Call 1-888-843-9262 for more information. More...

Millstone Warriors to host a comedy night

The Millstone Warriors Basketball Association will host a Comedy Night starting at 8:30 p.m. Jan. 9 at the Clarksburg Inn, 465 Stagecoach Road, in the Clarksburg section of Millstone. More...

Schools

Grants bolster student learning opportunities

Foundation helps schools fund educational programs

ALLENTOWN — The Upper Freehold Regional Education Foundation has awarded seven grants totaling $7,380 to the school district's elementary, middle and high schools. More...

Business

Business Briefs

Concorde Limousine Inc., a professional worldwide transportation provider located in Freehold, recently celebrated its 25th anniversary. The company began in 1984 with founder Robert Bellagamba and one stretch limousine. More...