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Tinton Falls officials honor teenager for Eagle Scout achievement
TINTON FALLS – A Tinton Falls resident has been recognized by borough officials for attaining the highest rank in the Boy Scouts of America. During a recent Borough Council meeting, a proclamation honoring Kevin Terhune for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout was presented to the young man by the municipal government.
Scisco grabs Wall Stadium Modified win on stormy Saturday
WALL TOWNSHIP — Beating the the field and evening rain showers that eventually postponed two feature races, Kyle Scisco powered to the victory in the 40-lap main event for Modified stock cars at Wall Stadium Speedway on July 16. It was the second win of the year for Jackson’s “Scisco Kid.”
That’s Right passes first stakes test with ease in My Frenchman Stakes at Monmouth Park
OCEANPORT – Jockey Andy Hernandez says there is no secret to the success That’s Right has had since being switched to the grass three starts ago. “With him, it’s ring and go,” said Hernandez. “If you want to catch me, OK. Good luck with how fast this horse is on the grass.”
Benbang cruises to one-length victory in Blue Sparkler Stakes at Monmouth Park
OCEANPORT – If Benbang had retired without any black type to her credit, trainer Jonathan Thomas said he “would have been very disappointed in myself as a trainer because she deserves it off what we have seen ability-wise.”. No need to worry about that any longer. BenBang was...
Red Bank schools, council agree to have officers provide security at schools
RED BANK – The Red Bank Borough Council and the Red Bank Borough Public Schools Board of Education have entered into a shared services agreement through which Class III school resource officers will provide security at the borough’s schools. During a meeting on June 13, council members authorized...
Applicant seeking retail cannabis license to open business in Red Bank
RED BANK – Members of the Red Bank Borough Council have passed a resolution which acknowledges an entity known as Quiet Bloom, LLC, has proposed operating a permitted cannabis business in town and that the proposal would not exceed the municipal limit for the number of permitted cannabis businesses.
Duarte set for busy weekend of turf sprints at Monmouth Park
OCEANPORT – With turf sprints dominating the three-day racing weekend at Monmouth Park, trainer Jorge Duarte Jr. is prepared for all of them. And if it goes well, he could hit a personal milestone by notching his 100th career win. Duarte, three wins shy of 100, could have a...
Atlantic Hub News Briefs, July 13
The Vin Gopal Civic Association (VGCA) has officially opened its new food pantry and family services center in Red Bank. Gopal is a state senator whose Monmouth County legislative district includes Red Bank. The VGCA will be open twice a week for families to shop at the food pantry and...
Monmouth County News Briefs, July 13
Brookdale Community College, Lincroft, has announced that the state has allocated $550,000 to the Caroline Huber Holistic Wellness Center which will open on campus this year. According to a press release from Brookdale, state Sen. Vin Gopal (D-Monmouth) championed this effort on behalf of the college, acknowledging that the Wellness Center will enhance the quality and accessibility of essential services to its community.
Eatontown Public Schools to undergo energy efficiency upgrades
EATONTOWN — This summer, the Eatontown Public Schools will begin construction as part of an Energy Savings Improvement Plan (ESIP) project. The total cost of the project, approximately $5 million, will be funded through energy cost savings, according to a press release from the school district. District administrators said...
Gov. Murphy signs package of firearms legislation
Gov. Phil Murphy has signed legislation which state leaders say will continue an initiative against gun violence in New Jersey. Murphy signed the legislation during a recent ceremony in Metuchen. Murphy said supporters of the legislation were met by critics who were calling the supporters’ efforts “too ambitious” against a...
YMCAs in Monmouth and Ocean counties announce partnership
As of July 1, two central New Jersey YMCAs began working together to strengthen their collective community impact. The YMCA of Greater Monmouth County (YGMC) and the Ocean County YMCA (OCYMCA) entered into a management agreement that took effect July 1 and will continue through December. The agreement was unanimously approved by both boards of directors, according to a press release.
Blewett wins NASCAR Jersey Shore 150 at Wall Stadium
WALL TOWNSHIP — Jimmy Blewett is one of the best auto racers to ever compete at Wall Stadium Speedway. He reminded everyone of that by topping the NASCAR Whelen Modified Tour field in the Jersey Shore 150 on July 9 at the one-third mile high-banked oval, according to a press release.
He’spuregold wins Irish War Cry Handicap again, cruising to victory
OCEANPORT – Trainer Kelly Breen isn’t quite sure what’s next for He’spuregold, but the 4-year-old Jersey-bred appears headed for bigger things and more challenging company. One race after making his seasonal debut against open company a winning one, He’spuregold followed that up with an impressive two-and-a-half-length...
Pine Barrens natural landscape will rebound from Wharton wildfire
Fueled by high winds and dry conditions, New Jersey’s largest wildfire in 15 years swept through Wharton State Forest in the Pine Barrens two weeks ago, burning more than 13,500 acres. Thankfully, no lives or homes were lost, as the blaze occurred in a remote part of New Jersey’s...
Bramble Bay scores in Jersey Girl Handicap at Monmouth Park
OCEANPORT – Whenever trainer Mike Dini needs a pick-me-up for himself or for the 6-year-old mare Bramble Bay he simply waits for the Jersey Girl Handicap to surface on the Monmouth Park stakes schedule. It came up on July 9 and the results were predictable. Bramble Bay, who won...
TVG.com Haskell Stakes at Monmouth Park draws 19 nominations
OCEANPORT – Nineteen horses have been nominated to the Grade 1 TVG.com Haskell Stakes to be held on July 23 at Monmouth Park, including a pair of horses from nine-time winning trainer Bob Baffert, racing secretary John F. Heims announced on July 7. Baffert, who last won the Haskell...
Eatontown will continue to be served by Tinton Falls municipal court
EATONTOWN – A shared service agreement that allows Eatontown to use the municipal court in Tinton Falls has been renewed by the Eatontown Borough Council. During a meeting on June 22, council members authorized the agreement between Eatontown and Tinton Falls for the shared use of the Tinton Falls Municipal Court. The agreement will become effective on Aug. 1, according to a resolution.
Monmouth County News Briefs, July 6
U.S. Congressman Frank Pallone Jr. (D-NJ) announced he has secured $26 million for maintenance dredging of the Shrewsbury and Navesink rivers in the Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development spending bill for Fiscal Year 2023. The House of Representatives is expected to vote on the underlying legislation in the upcoming months, according to a press release.
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