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Maureen Ogden was a conservation trailblazer
The year was 2011 and former state assemblywoman Maureen Ogden was worried about the future of open space in New Jersey. The nation was in an economic downturn, but Ogden wanted New Jerseyans to understand the need to create a permanent, dedicated source of funding to preserve large swaths of the state’s remaining undeveloped lands.
Secretary of State reminds residents of ways to vote in general election
New Jersey Secretary of State Tahesha Way and the New Jersey Division of Elections are reminding voters of three convenient ways to vote in the 2022 general election, with information on each available at Vote.NJ.Gov:. Those three ways are at a polling place on Election Day, Nov. 8; at in-person...
Red Bank voters deciding change of government ballot question
RED BANK — Voting has begun on a public ballot question that will, if approved by voters, change the form of municipal government in Red Bank. Election Day is Nov. 8, but mail-in ballots are being filled out and returned now and in-person early voting between Oct. 29 and Nov. 6 will precede in-person voting on the first Tuesday in November.
Tinton Falls continues to add officers to ranks of police department
TINTON FALLS — A new officer has joined the ranks of the Tinton Falls Police Department. During a Borough Council meeting on Sept. 20, Joey Fields II was sworn in as the newest officer on the force. The ceremony was conducted by Police Chief Michael Delucia, who took command...
CBA holds dedication to open new O’Shea-Martin Tennis Pavilion
MIDDLETOWN — Christian Brothers Academy held a special ceremony on Sept. 24 for the official dedication of the new O’Shea-Martin Tennis Pavilion. The new facility bears the name of former CBA tennis coaches John O’Shea and Brother Patrick Martin. O’Shea was in attendance for the event and had the honor of cutting the ceremonial ribbon, according to a press release from the school.
Monmouth County News Briefs, Sept. 28
United Way of Monmouth and Ocean Counties (UWMOC) has kicked off its 10th annual Warmest Wishes Coat Drive for local preschool, elementary and middle school children in need. UWMOC is collecting new winter coats in toddler sizes 3T to 4T and children’s sizes Extra Small to Extra Large to be distributed to more than 50 schools throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties. The collection will run through Nov. 1, according to a press release.
State announces plan to install EV charging stations at parks, forests
New Jersey state parks are among the latest recipients of funding to install electric vehicle charging infrastructure, giving visitors the opportunity to appreciate and protect the environment while quietly charging their vehicles during outings, Commissioner of Environmental Protection Shawn M. LaTourette announced. In March, the New Jersey Board of Public...
Rutgers RWJ Medical School offers COVID-19 resources in five languages
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School’s Department of Pediatrics recently launched a website that presents multilingual resources about COVID-19 vaccines in children and young adults. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 14.6 million children have tested positive for...
Eatontown officials address use of ambulance services in borough
EATONTOWN — Municipal officials have established new regulations for first aid services that require patient care facilities in Eatontown to use their own ambulance services for non-emergencies. During a meeting on Sept. 14, the members of the Borough Council adopted an ordinance that amends the borough’s first aid and...
Tinton Falls officials plan to authorize additional police personnel
TINTON FALLS — The members of the Borough Council are taking action to increase the maximum number of patrol officers who may be hired by the Tinton Falls Police Department. During a meeting on Sept. 20, council members introduced an ordinance that will, if adopted, amend the police force section of the municipal code by changing the composition of the police force.
Rumson rallies to defeat Manalapan, 14-10, in American Division showdown
MANALAPAN — A back and forth battle in a Shore Conference American Division football game between Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School and Manalapan High School was decided in the final minute on Sept. 23 in Manalapan. Sophomore quarterback Owen O’Toole drove the Bulldogs 85 yards and junior running back...
Gov. Murphy nominates Raymond Santiago as Monmouth County prosecutor
Raymond Santiago has been nominated by Gov. Phil Murphy to serve as the next Monmouth County prosecutor. Santiago’s nomination will be submitted to the state Senate for confirmation and he will assume the role of acting prosecutor on Oct. 7, according to a press release from Murphy’s office.
Tinton Falls officials adjust cannabis business distance from school property
TINTON FALLS — The members of the Borough Council have voted to amend an ordinance which includes guidelines related to cannabis businesses that may eventually operate in Tinton Falls. The amended ordinance will adjust the distance a cannabis retailer must be from school facilities. During a meeting on Sept....
Monmouth County News Briefs, Sept. 21
Monmouth County Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone has released the following statement regarding making Sept. 11 an official holiday:. “On behalf of the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, I am calling on state and federal legislators to make Sept. 11 an official holiday to honor the victims, first responders, volunteers and all who were affected by the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.
2022 Archives and History Day will be held at Brookdale on Oct. 1
Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon has announced that Professor Richard Veit will be the featured speaker at the county clerk’s 27th annual Archives and History Day event to be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 1 at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft. Residents of all communities are...
G Tree’s seeking cannabis cultivator license to operate in Red Bank
RED BANK – Members of the Red Bank Borough Council have passed a resolution which acknowledges an entity known as G Tree’s, LLC, has proposed operating a permitted cannabis business in town. The council’s resolution acknowledges that the entity’s proposal would not exceed the municipal limit for the...
Monmouth Park shows gains in handle for 2022; Lopez, Gonzalez capture titles
OCEANPORT – Monmouth Park showed a 25.2% increase in total handle and a 16.07% increase in on-track handle, while Paco Lopez won his ninth riding title and Claudio Gonzalez earned his first training title as the Jersey Shore thoroughbed track closed out its 77th season on Sept. 18. Total...
New Jersey DEP urges residents to check trees for beech leaf disease
Officials at the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) are urging New Jersey residents to check trees on their property for signs of beech leaf disease and to report their findings to the New Jersey Forest Service, DEP Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette announced. Beech leaf disease was first detected...
Our marvelous, mysterious, migrating monarchs
To the casual observer, the flight of monarch butterflies may seem as random as a puff of wind. In backyards and gardens, they flutter from flower to flower until the wind lifts them off again in a new direction. But these beautiful insects, with their stunning orange and black wing...
Red Bank mayor’s race unopposed; change in council candidate
RED BANK — A former Republican member of the Red Bank Borough Council has entered the race for a seat on the governing body, while the Republican nominee for mayor has withdrawn from the upcoming election. Mark Taylor, who served on the Borough Council from 2016-18, announced his candidacy...
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