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KEYS Recovery High School makes achieving graduation possible
“One day at a time” is the motto at the Knowledge Empowers Youth and Sobriety (KEYS) Academy, which is a Recovery High School on the campus of Brookdale Community College, Lincroft. The free program provides an academically innovative and supportive environment to serve high school students who have substance...
State launches NJ Partnership for Student Success initiative
The Murphy Administration has announced the launch of the New Jersey Partnership for Student Success (NJPSS), an initiative designed to harness the energy of volunteers and community organizations to help students, educators and schools as they work to address learning loss and other challenges in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Gov. signs school security legislation into law; building blueprints required
Gov. Phil Murphy has signed a bill into law that requires the administrators of all public and nonpublic schools in New Jersey to submit critical incident mapping data to local law enforcement agencies in an electronic format. In August, Murphy announced a $6.5 million investment in American Rescue Plan funds...
Manalapan officials promote three police officers to rank of sergeant
MANALAPAN — Three veteran officers in the Manalapan Police Department have been promoted to a new rank. During a meeting of the Township Committee on Nov. 30, Mayor Susan Cohen, Deputy Mayor Mary Ann Musich, Committeeman Jack McNaboe, Committeeman Barry Jacobson and Committeeman Eric Nelson voted “yes” on a motion to approve the promotions.
New Jersey voters choose ‘green’ to preserve open space
There has been a lot of talk about who voted “red” or “blue” during the Nov. 8 midterm election, but at least one issue on many ballots was nonpartisan “green” – open space preservation. Across the country, voters of all demographics and political...
Braves have sights set on winning hockey division crown in 2022-23
MANALAPAN — In its return to a full season of action on the ice during the 2021-22 season, the Manalapan High School hockey team put together a strong 12-7-1 campaign. The Braves enter the 2022-23 season with the Shore Conference Central Division championship in their sights and they hope to host a Shore Conference Tournament game and a state tournament contest.
News Transcript Datebook, Dec. 7
• All community members are invited to visit the Village Inn, 2 Water St., Englishtown, for photos with Santa on Dec. 10 (for everyone) from 1-4 p.m. and on Dec. 11 (for pets) from 1-4 p.m. Family and pet photos will be taken. No reservations required. Cost of $15 per photo includes a photo card holder or a snowflake ornament. Free cider and cookies will be served while they last. Baked goods will be available for purchase. Proceeds benefit the Village Inn, a national historical site, to cover repairs and maintenance. Details: thevillageinn.org.
Updated: Charges lodged following Nov. 30 carjacking at Englishtown pharmacy
ENGLISHTOWN — Three residents of New York were arrested by officers from Englishtown and Manalapan after they carjacked a woman on the morning of Nov. 30. In a press release, Englishtown Police Chief Peter Cooke said that at 9 a.m., a female resident of Manalapan was in her vehicle, a 2015 Mazda3, and parked at Walgreens, 2 Gordons Corner Road, Englishtown, when she was approached by three individuals who forced her from her vehicle.
Holiday Express rings in 30th season of bringing music, gifts and hope to people in need
Holiday Express, a nonprofit organization that brings music, gifts, hope and joy to individuals in need and often forgotten during the holidays is marking its 30th season with 100 performances in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. Those wishing to support Holiday Express’ mission to “share the gift of human...
Sponsored: New cancer procedure going places traditional chemo can’t
A unique cancer treatment – known as HIPEC surgery – is going places that traditional chemotherapy treatments cannot – directly inside the abdomen to the tumor. This highly advanced, two-phase surgery, called hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC), combines tumor removal surgery with a heated, concentrated chemotherapy bath inside the abdomen, battling cancer directly at its source and potentially extending lives substantially. HIPEC is typically only available in high-volume, metropolitan cancer centers, and the Statesir Cancer Center at CentraState is one of just a few hospitals in New Jersey to offer this treatment.
Marlboro ordinance proposes fine for trespassing to steal a vehicle
MARLBORO — The members of the Marlboro Township Council have introduced an ordinance that will, if adopted, levy penalties on individuals who are convicted of trespassing on private property for the purpose of stealing a motor vehicle. The ordinance was placed on the Nov. 10 council meeting agenda by...
Count Basie Center, Bank of America will recognize area nonprofits in 2023
RED BANK — Officials representing the Count Basie Center for the Arts and Bank of America have announced The Giving Year, a year-long initiative to recognize and reward 12 area nonprofits for their contributions to the regional community. The Giving Year will last throughout 2023, with the Count Basie...
Three individuals arrested following carjacking at Englishtown pharmacy
ENGLISHTOWN — Three individuals were arrested by officers from Englishtown and Manalapan after they allegedly carjacked a woman on the morning of Nov. 30. In a press release, Englishtown Police Chief Peter Cooke said that at 9 a.m., a female resident of Manalapan was in her vehicle, a 2015 Mazda3, and parked at Walgreens, 2 Gordons Corner Road, Englishtown, when she was approached by three individuals who forced her from her vehicle.
Monmouth County News Briefs, Nov. 30
Members of the New Jersey State Senate interviewed Acting Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago on Nov. 21 and then unanimously voted to confirm his nomination by Gov. Phil Murphy to assume the role in full capacity for a five-year term. Santiago, 48, who has lived and worked in Monmouth...
News Transcript News Briefs, Nov. 30
The Manalapan Police Department has reported the following incidents which recently occurred in the community:. On Nov. 10 at 7 a.m., two Manalapan residents reported that unknown individuals smashed the windows of two vehicles that were parked at the Gordons Center shopping center, 285 Gordons Corner Road, and removed purses from the vehicles. The total value of the stolen property is estimated at $4,000. Patrolman Jeffrey Emslie handled the report.
Former NFL quarterback warns Howell student-athletes about opioids
A former NFL quarterback who became addicted to opioid painkillers told student-athletes at Howell High School to be aware of the long-term problems such drugs can cause. Ray Lucas, who played college football at Rutgers University before playing for seven seasons in the National Football League with the New York Jets, New England Patriots and Miami Dolphins, was a presenter during the “Knock Out Opioid Abuse” program at the high school on Nov. 16.
Springsteen Archives to celebrate 50th anniversary of ‘Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J.’
The Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music at Monmouth University, West Long Branch, will present a symposium on Jan. 7 that celebrates the release of Springsteen’s debut album a half-century ago. Titled “The 50th Anniversary: Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J,” the day-long. symposium will include...
Research with NJ portal gives entrepreneurs, investors access to research at New Jersey universities
The New Jersey Commission on Science, Innovation and Technology (CSIT) has announced the expansion of ResearchwithNJ.com to provide local, national and international innovation communities with insight into groundbreaking research being conducted at five New Jersey universities – Montclair State University, New Jersey Institute of Technology, Princeton University, Rowan University and Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey.
Gov. Murphy announces independent review of state’s response to COVID-19 pandemic
Gov. Phil Murphy has announced the beginning of an independent review of New Jersey’s handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, including the state of readiness in early 2020, and how the state responded to the many challenges that emerged over the last three years. The review, which will contain recommendations...
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