August 27, 2009 RSS feed / Front Page

Best of the best 4-H equestrians compete

Horse Park hosts 284 young riders from around state
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

Only the cream of the crop of 4-H equestrians rises to the club's annual state championship show. This year, 284 young riders made the cut to compete Aug. 21-23 at the Horse Park of New Jersey in Upper Freehold. More...

Nonresident recreation fees could increase $25 in U.F.

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

UPPER FREEHOLD — Nonresidents may have to pay an additional $25 on top of the $15 fee they already pay to participate in township recreation programs. More...

Roosevelt featured in new exhibit

Explore Roosevelt's past through photography, oral history, lecture, and documentary at the Monmouth County Library this fall. More...

Roosevelt funny man to teach comedy course

Steve Trevelise has been a fixture on N.J. and Pa. radio for decades
BY DEVIN ALESSIO Staff Writer

ROOSEVELT — We have all been there: we have watched episodes of "Seinfeld" or "Last Comic Standing" and wondered how that comic got to be so funny. More...

Search is on for Rat Rock Girl

The search is on for the Rat Rock Girl, a spokesmodel for Greater Media radio station WRAT-FM (95.9). Bud Light is presenting the "Search for the Rat Rock Girl," someone who will represent WRAT on-air, at events, on Rat TV, and more. More...

Horse Park of New Jersey needs new blood

Local venue seeks members, programming ideas

UPPER FREEHOLD — The Horse Park of New Jersey needs to hear from the horse community. More...

CentraState charity ball to benefit ICU expansion

BY DEVIN ALESSIO Staff Writer

The CentraState Healthcare Foundation's 48th annual Charity Ball, themed "Boas and Fedoras: A Night at the Cotton Club," will take place on Nov. 21 from 6:30 p.m. to midnight at the Eagle Oaks Country Club in Howell. More...

Walnford Day celebration

UPPER FREEHOLD — Autumn is on its way, which means it's almost time for Walnford Day. Experience hands-on history as Historic Walnford holds its annual celebration from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 5. Parking and admission are free. More...

Letters

Downtown is not going out of business

As a 12-year member of the Allentown Business Community Association, I was dismayed by the recent article in another local publication about the Unique Treasures store going out of business. More...

Government business is the public's business

As alluded to by former Greater Media Newspapers executive editor Greg Bean in a recent column, the New Jersey Foundation for Open Government has taken the lead in a number of issues to increase transparency, accountability, honesty and democracy i More...

Help raise awareness about animal welfare in factory farms

On Sept. 20, there will be a Farm Sanctuary Walk for Farm Animals in Princeton. These walks are held nationwide each autumn around World Farm Animals Day to raise awareness about animal welfare issues associated with factory farming. More...

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Columns

Anonymous defamers should be very afraid

I've mentioned more than once over the last few years that there's a day of reckoning coming for the cowardly slime-puppies who post anonymous libels on some of the blog sites around here (Are you listening, da Truth Squad?). More...

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Sports

Soccer more than just a game for Sea Bright man

BY DOUG McKENZIE Staff Writer

Sergio Hojraj has always had a passion for soccer. Now, that love for the game is more important than ever. Three years ago, Hojraj suffered a severe heart attack at the age of 37, and his life has not been the same ever since. More...

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Millstone racer raises dust at motocross mecca

Jesse Pierce wins class at national championship
BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer

Millstone's Jesse Pierce is driven to win. The 15-year-old Allentown High School sophomore competes in motocross at tracks in various states nearly every weekend from March to November. More...

County yet to ratify keep of USDA offices

Talks ongoing despite meeting where issue seemed resolved
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

Although local officials believe an objectionable phrase in a lease agreement between Monmouth County and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be removed, the Board of Chosen of Freeholders has not confirmed the redaction. More...

Police to more closely monitor mining traffic

Residents complain about trucks illegally idling and driving on residential roads
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

MILLSTONE — The mayor has asked the New Jersey State Police to monitor truck traffic in the township more closely. At the Aug. More...

State police ask residents to lock up

Poor economy has crimes of opportunity on the rise
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

MILLSTONE — A recent spate of car burglaries may have been avoided had residents simply locked their vehicles. At the Aug. More...

Car crash injures driver

MILLSTONE — A car struck a tree along Prodelin Way on Aug. 23. More...

Deer hunting season begins on Sept. 12

Guidelines issued for this year's deer-management program
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

MILLSTONE — Deer hunting season will commence next month. Hunters will not be permitted to bowhunt on Millstone Township municipal property this year. More...

N.J. open space question officially on Nov. 3 ballot

On Aug. 18, Gov. Jon Corzine signed legislation that puts a public question on the Nov. More...

Parent hails state's autism coverage law

BY DAVE BENJAMIN Staff Writer

New Jersey residents who have children with autism and who must pay a significant amount of money for the cost of therapy will remember Aug. 13, 2009, for a long time. "Aug. More...

Colts Neck Barn and Winery Tour Sept. 12

The Colts Neck Business Association will host its first Barn and Winery Tour on Sept. 12. This event is a rare opportunity to visit exclusive farms and stables in Colts Neck where champion hunter jumpers and thoroughbreds are raised and trained. More...

Bulletin Board

Horse Park will host trail ride competition

The fourth annual Judged Trail Ride will be held Sept. 13 at the Horse Park of New Jersey in Allentown. More...

Bird watchers invited on walk around lake

Bird watchers, ages 15 and older, are invited on a walk of Perrineville Lake Park to look for fall migrants. A naturalist will accompany the walk, which is intended for beginners as well as experienced birders. More...

Musikgarten to start at Cornerstone Music

Cornerstone Music Studios at Millstone will begin its fall session of Musikgarten, group music and movement classes for children ages birth to age 5. Classes will begin the week of Sept. 6 and run for 11 classes, ending the week of Nov. 15. More...

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Opinion

Ohioan pursuing veterans' autograph collection

Guest Column • Kyle Nappi

My name is Kyle Nappi. I am 19 years old and I live in Ostrander, Ohio. I have a big interest in history, specifically World War II, and I collect military medals, patches, badges, insignia, field gear and a very unique thing: veteran autographs. More...

For the Record

The article "Ten going on 40" that appeared in the Aug. 20 Examiner incorrectly identified KinderCare Learning Center as a franchise. The article should have stated that KinderCare Learning Center is corporately owned. We regret the error. More...

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Schools

Schools can now use the county co-op

To help schools reign in costs, the Monmouth County Board of Freeholders has adopted two resolutions allowing Monmouth County school districts to enter into municipal assistance/shared services agreements and the Commodity Resale System. More...

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