August 6, 2009 RSS feed / Front Page

'Sorcerer's Apprentice' to star local canines

Wolf dogs to appear in new version of old favorite, starring Nicolas Cage
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

Four local residents will make their screen debut in Disney's "The Sorcerer's Apprentice," due in theaters next July. More...

Rescue group helps save 41-year-old horse

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

MILLSTONE — For a person, 41 years of age is the prime of life. For a horse, it's absolutely ancient. More...

Millstone board hears contaminated soil issue

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

MILLSTONE — After two and a half hours of testimony, the Zoning Board of Adjustment unanimously denied a soil removal permit to Paramount Marinas at the July 29 meeting. More...

Rutgers study: Plates reveal gamblers visiting adjacent states

When Dr. Karyn Malinowski wanted to know where the New Jersey gamblers were going, she counted license plates. More...

'Vampire Diaries' to give Marlboro native star turn

Paul Wesley prepares for show's Sept. debut
BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer

You never know what to expect as an actor, but Marlboro native Paul Wesley can expect to have audiences watching him on the CW's "The Vampire Diaries" on Thursdays this fall. More...

Letters

Officials praised for voting no to bow hunting

We along with many Millstoners take offense to the letter our former mayor, Cory Wingerter, wrote to the Examiner (July 30, 2009) regarding deer hunting on municipal property. More...

Citizens responsible for watching how government works

As multiple elected and appointed officials appeared on television, stepping out of a bus in handcuffs, I was ashamed and outraged. At the same time, I also was reminded how important it is for the public to participate in government. More...

Nominations welcome for AHS Hall of Fame

(Letter to the Allentown High School community, parents, alumni and friends) This marks our second year since the induction of our first Hall of Fame class for lifetime achievement, cultural and civic contributions and academic excellence. More...

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Obituaries

Diana "Tish" Obal

Mrs. Obal, 56, of Howell and formerly of Freehold, died July 31, 2009, at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. She received her nursing degree in 1972 from Flushing Hospital School of Nursing. Mrs. More...

Raymond Grassi

Mr. Grassi, 79, of Lakewood, died at home July 31, 2009, after a long illness with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease). A native New Yorker, he lived much of his life in Tinton Falls and Colts Neck before moving to Lakewood nine years ago. Mr. More...

Stefanie Hammerschmidt

Mrs. Hammerschmidt, 89, a resident of Millstone Township for 50 years, died Aug. 1, 2009, at The Manor Nursing Home in Freehold Township. Born in Austria, she was a communicant of St. More...

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Business

Upper Freehold hangs out welcome sign for businesses

New brochure details type of companies, services that would be a good fit for township
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

UPPER FREEHOLD — If you're looking to do business in Upper Freehold, the township has a new brochure that may help answer any questions. The brochure was put together by members of the Economic Development Committee (EDC). More...

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Fire ravages historic Clarksburg Inn

Owners plan to rebuild and reopen
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

An early-morning July 30 fire damaged the Clarksburg Inn in Millstone, but the owners plan to rebuild and reopen the catering hall/bar area for business in the near future. More...

More come forward in yeshiva case

Neighbors, officials describe conditions at home on Homestead Lane
BY DAN NEWMAN Staff Writer

Attorneys for Yeshiva Me'on Hatorah and the borough of Roosevelt returned for more testimony at a July 28 Planning Board meeting, as the congregation filed its appeal of an earlier decision that stated the school could not conduct business in its H More...

Dog school to serve as shelter in emergencies

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

MILLSTONE — A boarding and training facility for dogs on Burnt Tavern Road will also serve as a holding area for local canines in a natural disaster. More...

Memories of Clarksburg Inn

MILLSTONE — Since 1834, the Clarksburg Inn served as the hub of the community. On July 30, the tavern-restaurant caught fire and burned. More...

Opinions differ on need for immigration checks

Monmouth sheriff gains OK to examine status of individuals in jail
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer

Some Monmouth County sheriff's officers will soon have new responsibilities — checking the immigration status of individuals being held at the Monmouth County jail, Freehold Township. More...

Wireless co. gets OK for antennas

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

UPPER FREEHOLD — MetroPCS is building out its cell phone network in central New Jersey, and received preliminary and final approval at the July 28 Planning Board meeting to locate antennas on two existing towers. More...

Bulletin Board

Passport Shopping back in August

By popular demand the Allentown Business Community Association is having Passport Shopping in Allentown. There will be four weekly drawings and each winner will be selected on Sundays, starting Aug. 9 and ending Aug. 30. More...

Freehold's Sire Stakes race dates revised

The schedule of New Jersey Sire Stakes races at Freehold Raceway this summer and fall has been revised, with the elimination of Tuesdays as a race date. More...

Fresh produce available Saturdays

The Millstone Township Community Farm Market is open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through Oct. 24. Jersey corn, blueberries, farm fresh eggs, local honey, peaches, squash, herbs and more are available. More...

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Opinion

Seafood lover's dilemma: eating healthy, eco-friendly fish

Guest Column • Michele S. Byers

New Jerseyans know there's nothing like going down to the Shore in the summer and enjoying fresh seafood. But seafood lovers now face a dilemma when it comes to deciding which fish to eat, due to health and environmental issues. More...

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Columns

Warning: Your computer may be smarter than you

Coda • GREG BEAN

There is a huge debate among some national scientists about whether we should set limits on how smart we allow computers to get so they don't eventually kill us all and take over the world. More...

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Sports

Capacity crowd drives fundraising efforts at SBOANJ golf outing

UPPER FREEHOLD — A capacity turnout of 135 turned out, driving support for the Horsemen's Benevolent Fund through their participation in the 14th annual SBOANJ Golf Outing at the Gambler Ridge Golf Course in Cream Ridge on July 13. More...

Rachel Alexandra delivers at Haskell

BY DOUG McKENZIE Staff Writer

After receiving rock-star treatment all weekend at Monmouth Park in Oceanport, Rachel Alexandra certainly appeased her legion of fans in the $1.25 million Haskell Invitational on Aug. 2. More...

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