May 14, 2009 RSS feed / Front Page

Millstone candidates to debate

BY JANE MEGGITT and JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writers

MILLSTONE — The four Republican candidates running for the two available seats on the Township Committee will debate at 8 p.m. May 21 in the municipal court building. More...

Defamation case against Greater Media dismissed

Appellate court: Media investigated story and accurately quoted sources
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

The Appellate Division of the Superior Court of New Jersey has dismissed a defamation complaint lodged against Greater Media Newspapers, Freehold. More...

Gov. places conditional veto on housing bill

Makes suggestions about legislation that could convert age-restricted units
BY JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer

On May 4, Gov. Jon Corzine placed a conditional veto on state Senate bill 2577 that would permit the conversion of age-restricted housing developments to non-age-restricted housing developments. More...

Middlesex to oversee Monmouth ME's office

In an effort to save costs and share a service, the Monmouth County Board of Freeholders has adopted a resolution designating Middlesex County Medical Examiner Dr. More...

BlueClaws make plans for eight flea markets

On eight Sundays this summer and fall, FirstEnergy Park in Lakewood will host another year of flea markets and vendors are encouraged to sign up for their locations now. More...

Court ruling ends pedophile-free zones

Municipalities are told that N.J.'s Megan's Law is the final word on subject
BY MARK ROSMAN Staff Writer

Four years ago local elected officials in communities throughout New Jersey began enacting laws that limited the places in town where a convicted sex offender could live. More...

Letters

Let voters decide on preservation funding

After months of uncertainty about the future of New Jersey's revered open space, farmland and historic preservation programs, it's possible that voters will get the chance this November to keep them alive. More...

Athletic sound system could change a neighborhood's character

On a warm spring night in Millstone Township, the windows are open and the sounds of night birds are heard clear as a bell. In our neck of the woods, if neighbors a block away are having a conversation on their deck, you can hear it. More...

Mayor has improved quality of life for Millstone residents

Iwas delighted to hear that our mayor, Nancy Grbelja, had decided to run again for Township Committee. She has a long list of accomplishments that have improved the quality of life for Millstone residents. More...

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Columns

In Long Branch, they don't need no stinkin' commission

Coda • GREG BEAN

Are your town elders being bothered by pesky members of the local Historical Commission who don't want to tear down historic buildings so a new Starbucks can go up (attention, Milltown)? More...

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Sports

Millstone wrestlers earn sportsmanship award

MILLSTONE — The township's recreation wrestling program has received the Grapevine League's Sportsmanship Award for the 2008-09 season. The recognition is the only team award that the league gives out each season. More...

Gates open on Monmouth Park's 2009-10 season

Racetrack offers bonuses for N.J. horses, increased purses
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

Officials are optimistic that Monmouth Park racetrack's 64th season will be a good one. This year the Oceanport track will offer increased purses and a new policy for racing entries. More...

Serve's up

PHOTOS BY CHRIS KELLY staff Top left: Allentown High School's Alex Forstch competes at first singles during a match against Princeton in Allentown on May 8. Left: Allentown High School's Anthony Graci competes at first doubles. More...

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Jersey Fresh marked with another death

Olympian loses mount to 'Saw Tooth Oxer' jump
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

For the third year in a row, tragedy marred the Jersey Fresh CCI Allentown held at the Horse Park of New Jersey in Upper Freehold. A horse died on the cross-country course during this year's show, which took place May 7-10. More...

U.F. budget will lessen tax burden

Reduction comes at cost of jobs, events, services
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

The owner of a house assessed at the Upper Freehold Township's average of $521,900 will see their taxes increase $511 this year, but the municipal portion of the tax bill will actually decrease by $36. More...

Millstone town budget would not raise taxes

One committeeman lobbies for tax cut
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

MILLSTONE — The municipal tax rate will remain the same as last year if the Township Committee approves the proposed budget introduced at the May 5 meeting. More...

Plan for new cemetery meets with opposition

Neighbors concerned about property values
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

UPPER FREEHOLD — A Route 524 landowner who wants to build a cemetery on his 26-acre property has to appear before the Zoning Board to apply for a variance. More...

May 17 horse show/fair to benefit Special Strides

MONROE — Members of the public are invited to enjoy music, food, games and activities during the first Special Strides Country Fair and Horse Show. The event will be held at Congress Hill Farm, Federal Road, Monroe Township, from 10 a.m. More...

TriCity Arts Tour returns May 15-17

In the three cultural hubs of eastern Monmouth County — Red Bank, Long Branch and Asbury Park — art happens in the most amazing places. More...

Bulletin Board

Allentown to host parade on May 25

ALLENTOWN — Area residents are invited to honor veterans at the 2009 Memorial Day parade. More...

Clambake fundraiser will be held June 7

The Millstone Township Open Space and Farmland Preservation Council will host its third annual clambake fundraiser June 7 at the Clarksburg Inn, Route 524. More...

Summer camp offered at Riding High Farm

Riding High Farm, 145 Route 526, Allentown, has openings in its inclusionary horse camp. More...

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Opinion

Never mind the details, let's have a tax revolt!

In the News • MARK ROSMAN

Politicians often put forward ideas without telling those of us who might be willing to listen to them how to go about implementing their grand schemes. More...

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Schools

Redbird Robotics' season of wreckage

AHS team places N.J. semifinals, wins N.Y. competition
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

Wreck-tangle ruled the region this season. The Allentown High School Redbird Robotics Team's 5- foot-tall robot, admired for its simple design and unique drive system that used a PlayStation controller, More...

UFRSD teachers, staff appreciated

The Upper Freehold Regional Elementary/ Middle School PTA joined thousands of communities across the country in celebrating PTA Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week May 4-8. More...

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