February 9, 2012 RSS feed / Front Page

Train accident challenges family to regain strength

Shrewsbury surgeon reconstructs teen’s severely damaged hand
BY KRISTEN DALTON Staff Writer

Six surgeries and 10 months later, Michael Villafuerte is on the mend. After losing his pinky and ring fingers in a train accident last year, the 16-year-old has regained flexibility and strength in his damaged right hand. More...

Towns, county to work on regional disaster plan

County OEM: Evacuation routes to be revisited, social media integrated into county’s plan

Monmouth County and each of its 53 municipalities will be required by the state to prepare emergency/disaster response operations for the development of a regional, coordinated emergency/disaster response plan for the coastal area. More...

Eatontown plans to polish ‘hidden jewel’

Trail repairs, kiosk, signs planned for 47-acre arboretum and wildlife sanctuary
BY NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer

EATONTOWN — The Borough Council and the Eatontown Shade Tree Commission are working together to secure funds for improvements to the Bliss Price Arboretum and Wildlife Sanctuary located north of Wyckoff Road. More...

Polar Bear Plunge benefits Ronald McDonald House

SEABRIGHT— The Junior Board of the Ronald McDonald House (RMH) of Long Branch will host the second annual Polar Bear Plunge on Saturday, Feb. 11, at the Sea Bright Municipal Beach, behind the Sea Bright Firehouse. More...

Letters

Writer’s swipe at custodial work is misguided

Response to Avery Grant’s remarks in the Feb. 2 issue R egarding your criticism of More...

Animal registry safeguards the community

A s someone who deals with dozens of cruelty-toanimals cases every week, I applaud those working to establish an online animal abuser registry in New York. More...

Gingrich misrepresented by letter writer

I n a recent letter, “Resident sees racism in candidate’s remarks” (Feb. More...

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Sports

Hawks 2012 recruiting class includes area football players

BY TIM MORRIS
Staff Writer

One of Monmouth University’s biggest football recruiting classes has a very strong Shore-area flavor. More...

Owner is excited to bring Runner’s High to Freehold

BY TIM MORRIS
Staff Writer

A s a runner, Craig Segal knows all about the countdown to a big race. First the race is months away, then weeks, days and hours. As race day gets closer, the nerves set in. More...

Unexpected depth carries RFH swimmers to a title

BY MATTHEW ROCCO Correspondent

The Rumson-Fair Haven High School boys swim team is competing for a spot in the NJSIAA state tournament meets, something the Bulldogs did not envision during the preseason. The final meet of the regular season was scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. More...

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Photo

The “Bubble Babes” wait patiently before taking the stage during the dress rehearsal for the Wanamassa School Talent Show held at Ocean Township High School on Jan. 31. More...

Officials see a visionary in LBHA’s Garrett

Housing authority director named to Federal Home Loan Bank of N.Y. Housing Council
BY KENNYWALTER Staff Writer

The word being used to describe Long Branch Housing Authority (LBHA) Executive Director Tyrone Garrett last week was “prolific.” More...

Eatontown Planning Board goes paperless

Cost-savings, efficiency cited as reasons for switch to electronic documents
BY NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer

EATONTOWN — The borough Planning Board has transitioned to a paperless operation, opting for electronic documents to cut down on costs and paperwork. More...

Eatontown businesses think local

Downtown Business Association launches Think Local First program for the downtown
BY NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer

EATONTOWN — Owners of businesses and commercial properties located along the Main Street/Route 35 corridor have formed a Downtown Business Association (DBA) to promote a new Think Local First initiative. More...

Wanamassa’s got talent

Ella Warren (l) and Sherrina Chen, aka the “Shriek Monsters,” perform during the Jan. 31 dress rehearsal for the Wanamassa School’s talent show held at Ocean Township High School. More...

Capoeirathon will benefit breast cancer foundation

LONG BRANCH — Pearl Street Gym and Afro Brazilian Martial Arts and Fitness will co-host the First Annual Capoeirathon on the Jersey Shore Saturday, March 24. The fundraiser will be held 9 a.m. – 9 p.m. More...

Pallone: Sports betting would be windfall for N.J.

Bill would exempt state from federal ban on sports wagering
BY KENNYWALTER Staff Writer

OCEANPORT — Rep. Frank Pallone (D-6th District) is hoping New Jersey will become the fifth state to allow legalized sports betting, something he said would bring in huge revenues. More...

Bulletin Board

21st annual Red and White Affaire, Feb. 18

Monmouth County Alumnae Chapter (MCAC) of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is celebrating its 21st annual Red and White Affaire on Saturday, Feb. 18. The event will be held at Jumping Brook Country Club, Neptune, 7 p.m. until midnight. More...

Casting call Feb. 10 at Woodbridge Mall

The American Heart Association is inviting New Jersey women from all walks of life to share their story at a free Go Red For Women Connect Casting Call on Friday, Feb. 10, from10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Macy’s wing at the Woodbridge Center Mall. More...

11th annual KDM fun run to be March 10

The 11th annual KDM three-mile fun run and walk will be held March 10 rain or shine. The race, created to keep the spirit of Keith McHeffey and other victims of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11 alive, will start at 11 a.m. More...

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