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      December 31, 2008  RSS feed

      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. He'll still be an early riser, but may stay in bed until after dawn has broken. More...
      County will resolve U.F. road issues
      Officials seek input on Sharon Station Rd. problems
      BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

      Monmouth County may have some solutions for the myriad traffic problems on Sharon Station Road in Upper Freehold. Mayor Steve Alexander said that Sharon Station Road has been in bad shape for a while, and has been an ongoing issue for the township. He and Committeeman Stanley Moslowski Jr. More...

      The next level of figure skating
      Millstone youth part of new synchronized skating craze
      BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

      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...


      'Tis the season for criminal activity
      BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

      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. 18 Township Committee meeting on how residents can protect themselves against crime. 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...


       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. Offered by Mathkinz.com, the competition is intended to encourage students to develop their interests and abilities in mathematics. More...
      • Domestic violence victims offered aid
      • Millstone Warriors to host a comedy night
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       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 Year's. More...
      • Association extends thanks to Memory Walk supporters
      • Millstone community gave Scouts tremendous support
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       Schools
      • article has image 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. The foundation received a total of 16 grant requests from teachers and district staff for classroom and educational programs during the fall 2008 grant cycle. More...
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       Sports
      • article has image 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. The Redbirds lost by a score of 55-15. The team's next competition is Holy Cross High School Holiday Tournament in Delran on Saturday. More...
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       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. Today, Concorde Limousine has a fleet of 70 sedans, limousines, sport utility vehicles, vans, and luxury minibuses and over 100 employees. More...
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