Don't criticize based on 'truthiness'       Criticism and judgments should be made on all the facts, not selected facts. Misinformation and sitting on the facts can be the cause of fear among citizens. As a citizen and active member of the Long Branch community for 24 years, I have seen firsthand many examples of public debate and informati... More ... Volunteer Week highlights efforts of agency       National Volunteer Week is one of the highlights of the year for The Fresh Air Fund, and I would like to use this opportunity to extend my deepest thanks to our dedicated Fresh Air hosts, volunteers and supporters in the Monmouth County area. They truly embody the meaning of the 2008 National Volu... More ... Cars sought for local families in need       For over seven years, MonmouthCares has been helping Monmouth County children and their families build child and family teams to help them achieve their vision of an improved future. More ... Resident says time to close Earle ammunition dump       Naval Weapons Station Earl was opened in 1943 when Monmouth County was mostly farmlands and small one-horse towns. It was ideal because of its access to railroads in the western parts of our state and beyond. At present, there are 130 miles of track on the depot. More ...