Atlanticville

MTOTSA appeal set for May 14 in Trenton

BY CHRISTINE VARNO Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

As their day in court approaches, a group of Long Branch homeowners fighting to save their oceanfront properties from condemnation say they are in the best position they can be. Members of Marine and Ocean terraces and Seaview Avenue, known as the MTOTSA alliance, are scheduled to appear in Superior Court of New Jersey Appellate Division in Trenton on May 14 at 10 a.m.

Photo

05/08/2008

Runners and walkers of all ages compete in the annual New Jersey Marathon Fun Run/Walk along the Long Branch oceanfront May 3.

Mobile park units help toward COAH quota

BY DANIEL HOWLEY Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

EATONTOWN - The Planning Board took action last week to designate housing units in the borough as affordable housing in order to comply with regulations set forth by the state Council on Affordable Housing (COAH). At the April 28 Planning Board meeting, the board voted 9-0 to approve an amendment to the Eatontown Master Plan's Housing Element and Fair Share Plan.

Relay for Life

05/08/2008

Kerry Terry of Oakhurst (r) is shown with her parents Pat and Bevin Irvin at the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life event at Joe Palaia Park in Ocean Township on May 2. The family was out in support of Kelly's 5-year-old daughter, Mya Lin, who is fighting cancer.

Unger calls on residents to serve on Zoning Board

05/08/2008

LONG BRANCH - Councilman Brian Unger is issuing a call to residents who may be interested in serving on the city's Zoning Board of Adjustment. The Zoning Board considers variances for applications that propose to utilize a building or property in a manner not consistent with the city's zoning laws.

Kean addresses budget cuts at town meeting

BY DANIEL HOWLEY Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

WEST LONG BRANCH - Municipalities across New Jersey are preparing for drastic cuts in state aid, but Sen. Sean Kean, D-11, said the decreased funding could be less significant than initially proposed.

City unveils plans for a 'greener' community

BY CHRISTINE VARNO Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

LONG BRANCH - City officials are taking steps to make the community a "greener," "cleaner" and "cooler" environment. Mayor Adam Schneider and his appointed Energy ReviewCommittee unveiled plans for the "Long Branch Goes Green" initiative at anApril 22 workshop meeting.

City Housing Authority awarded $250K grant

05/08/2008

LONG BRANCH - The city Housing Authority was awarded a $250,000 grant last week that will fund programs to support housing selfsufficiency. The Long Branch Housing Authority (LBHA) received the Resident Opportunities and Self-Sufficiency (ROSS) Family and Homeownership Program grant from the federal Housing and Urban Development office.

Stretching out

05/08/2008

Connor Lyness, 10, (l) and his sister, Corinne Lyness, 4, (r) both of Matawan, stretch their muscles before competing in the annual New Jersey Marathon Fun Run/Walk along the Long Branch oceanfront on May 3.

Eatontown nonprofit builds affordable units

BY DANIEL HOWLEY Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

EATONTOWN - The Affordable Housing Alliance (AHA), based in Eatontown, is expected to start renting out rooms next month at its newly constructed affordable housing complex. The AHA built the 14-unit Carver Hotel project in Neptune at the site of the former historic Carver Hotel.

On the catwalk

05/08/2008

Above left, Monmouth University students model clothing from local businesses during a fashion show at the university's Woodrow Wilson Hall Auditorium in West Long Branch on April 30. The event was hosted by Monmouth University's Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship classes. Above right: Monmouth University Professor Dr.

Protest calls attention to Lyme disease bill

Pallone: Health panel focused on food and drug safety — 05/08/2008

LONG BRANCH - A "Lyme Disease Rights" protest was planned to be held yesterday outside Rep. Frank Pallone's office on Broadway in Long Branch from noon to 2 p.m. The protest was organized by Lyme Rights, a grass-roots group that is seeking to have HR 741, the Lyme bill, put on the Energy & Commerce Health Subcommittee agenda for a hearing.

Volunteers to plant shrubs in boro

05/08/2008

MONMOUTH BEACH - The Monmouth County Chapter of Ducks Unlimited will be planting shrubs on May 13 for the final stage of the island restoration project. Volunteers are scheduled to meet at 11:30 a.m. at the foot of Shrewsbury Drive and will be on the island by noon to start planting bushes. The event will be held rain or shine.

Bus hits township couple

05/08/2008

OCEAN TOWNSHIP - A 68-yearold township woman was hospitalized last week after she and her husbandwere struck by a school bus while attempting to cross a road. On April 30 at approximately 8:42 a.m., police received a report of a pedestrian accident involving a school bus, according to police reports.

Dressmaker accused of sexual contact

05/08/2008

OCEAN TOWNSHIP - A township dressmaker was arrested last week after a female customer reported that the male dressmaker touched her inappropriately during a fitting. The victim told police that while she was being fitted for a dress, the dressmaker made inappropriate comments to her and touched her in an inappropriate manner, according to police reports.

Coastal plan addresses redevelopment issues

BY MELISSA KARSH Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

SHREWSBURY- Ameeting and open house to update the public on the progress of the Coastal Monmouth Plan was held April 30 at the Eastern Branch of the Monmouth County Library in Shrewsbury. The Coastal Monmouth Plan, which covers 30 municipalities from Sea Bright to Manasquan, addresses open space, redevelopment and the impact of future growth.

In the Service

05/08/2008

Marine Corps Reserve Pvt. Jeffrey J. Picado completed 12 weeks of basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C. He is the son of Linda F. Barragan of Ocean, and Mauro H. Picado of Asbury Park. Army Staff Sgt. Christine M.

New Jersey beaches awash in litter

05/08/2008

SANDY HOOK - Local ocean advocacy group Clean Ocean Action (COA) released data April 24 from the 2007 Beach Sweeps that reveals volunteers removed a record number of pieces of debris per person, and one of the highest recorded number of total items collected.

Shooting hoops

05/08/2008

Krissy Birdsall, 5, of Oceanport, plays basketball during the New Jersey Marathon in Long Branch on May 3.

DOT OKs rail line funds

05/08/2008

New Jersey Transit will receive more than $1 million for its proposed Monmouth, Ocean, Middlesex (MOM) passenger rail line, according to Reps. Chris Smith and Jim Saxton (both R-N.J.), who sought to have the money included in the federal budget.

County awards historic preservation grants

05/08/2008

TheMonmouth CountyHistorical Commission awarded preservation grants recently for 25 restoration projects in 18 municipalities. The awards totaled $100,000. Local projects awarded grants include window restoration at Christ Church in Shrewsbury and restoration of the barn at VanMater Farm in Holmdel.

Mon. U. to present 'Fifty Posters Exhibition'

05/08/2008

Monmouth University in West Long Branch will be presenting "Fifty Posters Exhibition" from May 1 through May 20 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the gallery in Pollak Theatre. The exhibition will feature a selection of movie posters created by graphic design alumni and majors from the Department of Art and Design. The event is free and open to the public.

Art show, expo slated at SCAN center during May

05/08/2008

Art show, expo slated at SCAN center during May

05/08/2008

Senior Citizens Activities Network (SCAN),MonmouthMall, Eatontown, will celebrate Older American Month with an "Aging With Grace" art show May 5-30. Artists age 50 and older will display talent at the juried all-media show. An art show and expo will be held May 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the rotunda area near the food court.

Early-bird registration for Scouts under way

05/08/2008

Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore has announced early-bird registration for Girl Scouts is now under way. Parents registering daughters for the 2008-09 Girl Scout year as an early bird receive extra benefits and save money. Girls are eligible for a 50 percent discount on one of several fall programs, and an early bird patch.

JCC's 'High School Musical' May 25-28

05/08/2008

The Jewish Community Center (JCC), 100 Grant Ave., Deal, will present "High SchoolMusical"May 25 and 26 at 11 a.m., and May 27 and 28 at 7:30 p.m. The performance will feature several actors, singers and dancers ages 7-14 from Ocean Township and Deal who took part in the JCC's Youth Performing Arts program. Tickets are $18 at the door and $15 in advance.

Bereavement lecture at medical center June 16

05/08/2008

The St. BarnabasHospice and Palliative Care Center will host a free bereavement lecture, "What Grief Does and How to Deal With It," June 16 from 7-9 p.m. at Borden Auditorium, Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Ave., Long Branch. Bereavement counselorHenry deMenawill give the lecture.

JCC's 'High School Musical' May 25-28

05/08/2008

Early-bird registration for Scouts under way

05/08/2008

NOTES AROUND TOWN

05/08/2008

The Ocean Township Library, 701 Deal Road, will present "Arts Wednesdays" during May. The program "100% Dance" with Kim Menna will be held May 14 and will feature a demonstration and audience dance. Noah Gilson, M.D., will discuss digital photography on May 21. Artist Gail Flug Joseph will give instruction on working with acrylic paints on May 28.

Don't solve crisis by attacking environment

05/08/2008

Whenever New Jersey has a governmental crisis - and they are commonplace these days - someone finds a way to take it out on environmental protection or open spaces. Our legislators in Trenton are suffering budgetary angst over whether to cut state expenditures to what taxpayers can afford or to forgo re-election by raising taxes.

Owners warned to keep pets safe from thieves

05/08/2008

Members of the Domestic Companion Animal Council have seen an alarming rise in dog thefts in recent months and warn pet owners to be vigilant. In the first three months of 2008, the American Kennel Club has tracked more than 30 thefts from news and customer reports, versus only 10 for all of 2007.

Monmouth U. parking fee should include surveillance

05/08/2008

As of May 14, 2007, Monmouth University began charging $330 per year for residents to park on campus. My family and I figured that the convenience of having a car on campus was worth the expense. After paying the fee, I had not given it much thought until a couple of weeks ago. As I arrived at my car, I discovered that my driver's side-view mirror had been smashed.

For the Record

05/08/2008

The Monmouth University's Urban Coast Institute is developing plans to construct a rain garden on the West Long Branch campus. It was incorrectly reported in the April 24 edition of the Atlanticville that Monmouth University's Water Watch chapter was fully responsible for the project.

Coda

GREG BEAN — 05/08/2008

Some days I come to work, click on my computer, and I can actually feel The Force flowing into me from my keyboard. That's the way it's been for more than a week, as readers responded to my Sears challenge.

Red State/Blue State

DAVE SIMPSON & GREG BEAN — 05/08/2008

A political discussion between Red State conservative Dave Simpson - a former reporter, editor, publisher and columnist - and Greg Bean, Blue Stater and executive editor of Greater Media Newspapers. Let us know what you think.

GREEN SCENE

05/08/2008

The pleasures we derive from gardening as grown-ups must have, I am quite sure, their origins in our earliest years. I clearly remember helping my father to seed radishes, on my knees, with a tape measure to plant the seeds with strict military precision. When finally seeds sprouted and the first glimpse of red appeared below the green leaves, I was enthralled.

IN THE ARTS

05/08/2008

Soar Productions will present the Neil Simon comedy "Barefoot in the Park" May 9-24 in Union Beach. Simon's light domestic comedy revolves around newlyweds adjusting tomarried life. Performances are Friday and Saturday, May 9-24, at 8 p.m.; and Sunday, May 18, at 2 p.m. Tickets are $18, $15 for seniors and students. For reservations, call (732) 471-8268.

N.J.Watercolor Society All-Member Show

05/08/2008

The New JerseyWatercolor Society is holding its 2008 Annual All-Member Show May 3-28 at the Guild of CreativeArt, 620 Broad St., Shrewsbury. The NJWCS was formed in 1938, and members are professional artist who produce watercolors of exceptional quality. The opening reception is Saturday, May 17, 4-6 p.m. and is free to the public.

Charles Parrino Sr.

05/08/2008

Mr. Parrino, 75, of Pompano Beach, Fla., and formerly Ocean Township, died April 26, 2008. He was a postal worker for the U.S. Postal Service,Asbury Park and Oceanport, retiring in 1985.

Richard E. Garley

05/08/2008

Mr. Garley, 81, of Spring Lake, and formerly Rumson, died April 23, 2008, at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Neptune. He was a retired partner at the law firm of Gersen, Lipson and Garley, New York City, and also a certified public accountant. He was predeceased by a son, Gregory David Garley; a daughter, Jane Maura Garley; and his wife, Colleen Payne Garley.

Ann E. Jannucci Agrios

05/08/2008

Mrs. Agrios, 82, of Long Branch, died April 25, 2008, at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch. She was a retired secretary at Fort Monmouth, Eatontown, and head dance instructor at Arthur Murray Dance Studio, Red Bank. She was predeceased by her husband, John Agrios, in 2001. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Louis J.

Pasquale "Patsy" R. Tomaino

05/08/2008

Mr. Tomaino, 96, of Long Branch, diedApril 26, 2008, at St. Barnabas Hospice and Palliative Care Center, Long Branch. He was production manager at Pepsi Cola Bottling Co., Ocean Township, and Canada Dry Bottling Co., Neptune, retiring 31 years ago.

Donald Edwin McClement

05/08/2008

Mr. McClement, 67, of Rumson, died April 26, 2008, at Riverview Medical Center, Red Bank. He was a mason and member of International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers, Local 5, for more than 40 years. He was predeceased by a brother, Sandy.

Plans approved for Ilan School expansion project

BY DANIEL HOWLEY Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

EATONTOWN - A major renovation project to convert the former Steelman School building located on Broad Street into an all-girl Jewish high school is expected to begin this summer. Applicant Ilan High School Building Association Inc. received unanimous approval from the nine-member Eatontown Planning Board on April 29 for the final site plans for the project.

Kindergarten class wins 1,000 books to donate

05/08/2008

MONMOUTH BEACH - A kindergarten class in the borough has donated 1,000 books to local organizations and schools after winning a national sweepstakes sponsored by Scholastic Book Clubs. Classrooms across the country were challenged by Whoopi Goldberg to read 100 books for the chance to win 1,000 books to be donated to local charities of the school's choice.

Creative thinking leads teens to $25,000 prize

BY REBECCA MORTON Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

After putting their innovative minds together, five local young men crafted MoovDisk and won a $25,000 prize. MoovDisk is an interactive game that is designed to get children active.

Monmouth Univ. baseball splits weekend series

BY DOUG McKENZIE Correspondent — 05/08/2008

As the Northeast Conference Baseball Tournament rapidly approaches, the defending-champion Monmouth University Hawks are looking to finish off what has been another championship caliber season in style.

Brookdale baseball GSAC champions

BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

You might say that the Brookdale Community College baseball team powered its way to another Garden State Athletic Conference championship. Johnny Johnson's Jersey Blues used a .384 batting average to slug their way to a 16-2 conference mark in 2008 and the top seed for the Region XIX tournament. Overall, the team finished the regular season 31-11 and ranked No.

Sports Shorts

05/08/2008

The Rutgers football team was ranked No. 22 inAthlonMagazine's Preseason Top 25 poll,whichwas released today on AthlonSports.com. The Scarlet Knights return 15 starters fromlast season's 8-5 squad that won the program's second consecutive bowl with a 52-30 victory vs. Ball State in the International Bowl.

Plenty of local teams still on playoff bubble

BY DOUG McKENZIE Correspondent — 05/08/2008

For those of you who simply can't wait for the high school baseball and softball postseason tournaments to begin, this should be a good week for you. While the NJSIAA state and Shore Conference tournaments are still a couple of weeks away, the cutoffs for those tournaments are rapidly approaching, with teams scrambling to qualify through a series of must-win games.