November 2, 2006 RSS feed / Front Page

In the Arts

Beginning this weekend, audiences can revisit the summer of 1776 when the nation was ready to declare independence ... if only the founding fathers could agree to do it! More...

Different paths to education recognized

EMACC scholarships support studies of nontraditional students
BY GLORIA STRAVELLI Staff Writer

RED BANK - Illness sidetracked Kristin Brush's academic career right out of high school. More...

Council OKs crosswalk, increase in UEZ funds

BY CHRISTINE VARNO Staff Writer

LONG BRANCH -- The City Council approved plans last week for a pedestrian crosswalk in front of the New Anastasia School on Seventh Avenue. More...

Housing Alliance will manage affordable housing

Nonprofit will administer housing program for boro
BY SUE MORGAN Staff Writer

EATONTOWN - The borough's affordable housing programs will soon be managed by an area nonprofit organization specializing in assisting those needing shelter at a price within their means. More...

Notes

Tracey Newenhouse, West Long Branch, trains close to home for the New York City Marathon. She is running in the Nov. More...

Four new stores coming to Monmouth Mall

Dick's Sporting Goods among stand-alone stores to be built
BY SUE MORGAN Staff Writer

EATONTOWN -- Monmouth Mall is growing its selection of retailers with four new, stand-alone stores to be built in its parking area. More...

Burglaries linked to runaway

BY CHRISTINE VARNO Staff Writer

LONG BRANCH -- A city juvenile runaway was arrested last week after allegedly burglarizing five homes. More...

Brookdale to honor Holocaust survivors

The Center for Holocaust Studies at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft section of Middletown, will honor Claire and Adam Boren, Rumson, at the 15th annual testimonial dinner and journal tribute Nov. 16 at 6 p.m. at Excelsior Caterers, Manalapan. More...

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PHOTOS BY MIGUEL JUAREZ staff (Above) "Thor," better known as Rick Meeker, a Monmouth University junior, shows how Vikings cheer on the home team during the university's Homecoming on Saturday. More...

Opinion

Citizens must re-enter state's political arena

Former Sen. John Lynch's agreement to plead guilty was probably the most important development in the past two weeks of unappetizing headlines in our state's major newspapers. More...

An informed voter makes the best decision at polls

Gr eg B ean Coda As we count down to the elections, I've been taking calls from local politicians and their handlers wondering if they'll get our endorsement before voters go to the polls. More...

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Sports

Spartans shock Eagles, claim division title

State's longest winning streak snapped at 43 games
BY DOUG McKENZIE Staff Writer

Nothing lasts forever, so you knew sooner or later, Middletown South was going to lose a football game again. More...

Along for the ride

MIGUEL JUAREZ staff Monmouth running back Leonard Brice carries a couple of Central Connecticut linebackers during the Hawks' 19-13 win on Saturday in West Long Branch. More...

Lack of scoring, injuries plagued BCC men's team

BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer

A 6-8-2 season has Brookdale Community College's men's soccer coach Mike Costa fired up for next year. More...

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Candidates agree: City needs open government

Five vying for council cite affordable housing, recreation as priorities
BY CHRISTINE VARNO Staff Writer

The five candidates for Long Branch City Council faced off in a political debate Monday night, but appeared to agree on the major issues facing the city. More...

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MIGUEL JUAREZ staff Ryan Langston and Melissa Dilger, homecoming king and queen, preside over Monmouth University's Homecoming Parade and festivities at the West Long Branch campus Oct. 28. More...

Full, partial terms up for grabs in freeholder race

Republicans Little and Lucas face Democrats McMorrow and Gibadlo
BY KAREN E. BOWES Staff Writer

Since 1984, Republicans have maintained total dominance over the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders. More...

Broad Street resident: guardrail needed at curve

DOT: No plans to improve road, but will hear out Eatontown officials
BY SUE MORGAN Staff Writer

EATONTOWN -- If you've traveled along Broad Street lately, you might have noticed the holly tree lying in the front yard of the Connors home. More...

Talks on 'God's Will' Nov. 15, 29

The religious studies program at Monmouth University, West Long Branch, will sponsor two panel discussions on "God's Will, According to the Jewish, Christian and Muslim Traditions." More...

County recognizes sound planning in local projects

Broadway Arts, Wilson Hall, Bingham Hall receive merit awards
BY CHRISTINE VARNO Staff Writer

LONG BRANCH -- A plan to revitalize the once vibrant arts district in downtown Long Branch has won kudos from the county. More...

Engineer defends traffic study methods

Resident: Counts don't reflect actual game attendance
BY SUE MORGAN Staff Writer

WEST LONG BRANCH - By popular demand, Monmouth University's traffic expert returned last week to answer more questions about the impact the school's proposed indoor arena could have on nearby neighborhoods. More...

Hearing for activist could be moved

Municipal prosecutor warns of possible conflict of interest
BY SUE MORGAN Staff Writer

EATONTOWN - Area environmental and peace activist Tom Mahedy will probably be traveling to a different town to face disorderly conduct charges filed against him in late September. More...

Long Branch files motion to bar Institute for Justice from appeal

Motion says law firm doesn't meet criteria to argue for residents
BY CHRISTINE VARNO Staff Writer

LONG BRANCH -- The city has filed a motion to block the Institute for Justice (IJ) from representing a group of residents who are fighting the city's condemnation of their homes. More...

Mayor wants CECOM building for town hal

l Tarantolo writes U.S. Army about fort building
BY SUE MORGAN Staff Writer

EATONTOWN - Because constructing a newer, bigger town hall could prove costly, Mayor Gerald J. Tarantolo is forging ahead with his proposal to acquire two Fort Monmouth buildings for a municipal center. More...

Bulletin Board

Cleanup at Henry Hudson Trail Nov. 9

The Monmouth County Park System will hold a cleanup of the paved Henry Hudson Trail, Matawan, Nov. 9 at 9 a.m. More...

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Letters

Exercise the right to vote

'Silly season" is upon us again - the ridiculous exercise of mud slinging among politicians. More...

Invest in parks, invest in New Jersey's future

America's landscape is renowned for its parks and open spaces. Names such as Yellowstone, the Everglades, and the Adirondacks conjure up images that inspire wonder. More...

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Arts / Zest

View from a moving train

McKay Imaging Studio and Gallery in Red Bank is hosting an exhibit by photographer Andi Monick. More...

'Murmurings' by Salvi

An autumn exhibition of new abstract paintings by Monmouth Beach artist John Salvi opened this week at Cask 591 restaurant and lounge in Long Branch. More...

WRAT Rock Art Show debuts at mall Nov. 3-5

Legions of fans know Jerry Garcia as an iconic rock musician, but how many know he was also a gifted artist? More...

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