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Community Spirit Shines at Spring Lakes H.W. Mountz Annual Booster Bash
SPRING LAKE, NJ - H.W. Mountz Elementary School in Spring Lake, a National Blue Ribbon school, recently hosted its annual summer Booster Bash, marking the transition from the end of the school year to the beginning of a new one. This celebrated event is among several key fundraisers organized by the Mountz Booster Club, aiming to enrich the school's programs and facilities. Craig Lynch, the President of the H.W. Mountz Booster Club, opened the event by acknowledging the unwavering community support. "It's truly special that the community always steps up and helps us out. We couldn't organize...
GEORGE HELLIWELL TAKES SUPERMODIFIED WIN AT WALL STADIUM SATURDAY
WALL, NJ ~ SMAC Supermodfified race car driver grabbed the $5,000 victory in the Jersey Jet 50 lap race in front of a large Saturday night grandstand crowd at Wall Stadium Speedway. The win, in the first Supermodified race at the third mile high banked paved oval in 20 years, earned the Pelhem, NH veteran $5,000.
Lakewood Mayor Ray Coles Responds to Your ‘Ask The Mayor’ Questions: Multiple Questions
The following is an ‘Ask The Mayor’ question submitted to TLS, and the Mayor’s response. Email your questions for the Mayor to [email protected]. Thank you for all the good work you do for the Lakewood community. I’m a resident in the Enclave Lakewood, & the turning...
New sex assault charges with another victim for NJ teacher
🔶 NJ teacher busted for sexual acts with student. 🔶 Woman faces new charges involving second teen. A 36-year-old high school teacher already facing criminal sex charges faces new charges involving another student. Julie Rizzitello, of Brick, resigned from her position at Wall Township High School shortly before...
VIDEO: Let’s Talk Kashrus, Sweet Dreams!
Chazal say that leaving peeled eggs, garlic, and onions overnight makes them dangerous to consume. Sleeping on top of food, as well as eating fish and meat together are other examples of dangerous foods. Let’s listen in to Rav Shmuel Fuerst – Dayan of Agudas Yisroel of Illinois as he explains us the exact parameters of Chazal’s takanos.
Asbury Park Mercy Center could double size of its food pantry with new headquarters
ASBURY PARK - The Mercy Center will demolish its existing three buildings on Main Street and replace them with one new facility complete with a bigger food pantry. The City Council voted unanimously to adopt an amended Main Street Redevelopment plan at the July 17 meeting to allow the Mercy Center to revamp its building and expand its food services in the community.
Letter: Gitty Nosh
Camp Trip Days bring one important thought to mind for most kids in this town…. I’m not sure where and how the minhag started, but minhag it has certainly become. Kids bring special nosh(es) and treats when they go on camp excursions. There are no ifs or buts about it.
Monmouth Garners 2024 USTFCCCA Academic Awards
NEW ORLEANS, La. – Five Monmouth University student-athletes were recognized by the U.S. Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) during its announcement of the 2024 Academic Awards. From the men's team, Chris Bagnell, Taylor Boorse and Jan Volkmar were each honored as All-Academic Athletes, while Veronica...
VOTE: Who's the Shore boys soccer No. 1 prospect among rising sophomores?
There are always breakthrough underclassmen soccer stars, and in 2023 we saw the emergence of multiple elite goal scorers and a few elite goalkeepers. There will surely be several breakout freshman and sophomore this fall, but for now readers can make their choice for the No. 1 prospect among returning sophomore soccer players in the Shore. ...
Baby in NJ dies after being left in 100-degree parked car
LAKEWOOD — An infant died Monday afternoon after being left inside a vehicle on one of the hottest days of the year, according to the Ocean County Proseuctor's Office. Prosecutor Bradley Billihimer said Lakewood police were notified about a child in cardiac arrest outside the Kollel Cheshek Shlomo on New Egypt Road around 1:45 p.m.
ALL CLEAR: Shelter-In-Place Order Lifted – Situation Resolved Without Incident
Dear Members of the Monmouth University Community:. In the early morning hours of July 23, 2024, the Monmouth University Police Department (MUPD) received reports from multiple students and employees indicating that they received an email from an individual alleging a bomb threat and claiming to be armed and hiding on campus.
Master a Lifetime Craft: ‘Knitting 101 for Teens’ at the Ocean County Library
TOMS RIVER – Teens, knitting is much more than a relaxing, fun pastime. It offers new artistic horizons and provides you with a lifelong skill. Try “Knitting 101 for Teens” at two Ocean County Library branches in August, both starting at 6:30 PM. Berkeley Branch – Thursday,...
New Jersey man sentenced for series of violent assaults on members of the Orthodox Jewish Community
A New Jersey man was sentenced Tuesday to 40 years in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release for committing a series of bias-motivated violent assaults on members of the Orthodox Je...
Scow Ditch bulkhead and boardwalk targeted for redo
BAY HEAD — Scow Ditch, the long, narrow waterway that connects the Barnegat Bay to Twilight Lake, will see a significant renovation done to both the bulkhead and the boardwalk area. Located immediately south of Bridge Avenue, alongside Scow Ditch, are two existing timber bulkhead and boardwalk structures, both of which are deteriorating and in need of replacement.
VIDEO: Three-vehicle Accident in Lakewood Leaves Two in Flames
A three-vehicle accident in Lakewood this morning left two of the vehicles engulfed in flames. The accident happened approximately 10:25 AM at the intersection of Laurelwood and County Line Road. No serious injuries were reported. Expect delays. (Via TLS Status)
Glimmer of Hope returning to light up Twilight Lake
BAY HEAD — The shores and waters of Twilight Lake will light up once again this August as the ninth annual Glimmer of Hope returns to Bay Head. Run by the Bay Head Business Association, the event invites the whole community out on Aug. 10 at 7 p.m. with lanterns in hand as residents “join your community for an inspiring and memorable night with your own reflective hope, wish or prayer,” according to the event’s flier.
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