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Students step up to make a difference

BY CHRISTINE VARNO Staff Writer — 11/26/2008

Students throughout Monmouth and Ocean counties are doing their part this holiday season to make a difference in the lives of those less fortunate. The FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties, based in Neptune, has challenged all public and private elementary, intermediate and high school students in the two counties to partake in a special food drive.

Eatontown council and BOE to share services

BY DANIEL HOWLEY Staff Writer — 11/26/2008

The Eatontown Borough Council and Board of Education (BOE) have laid the groundwork for a new joint shared services committee that officials hope will help reduce municipal spending. Formed tentatively during a combined meeting Nov.

Teens have 'drive' to promote car safety

BY DANIEL HOWLEY Staff Writer — 11/26/2008

Over 100 teens from throughoutM onmouth County gathered at Monmouth University last week to participate in a driver education summit aimed at encouraging safe driving habits. The "Keep the Drive New Jersey" driver safety summit held at the university's Anacon Hall in West Long Branch on Nov.

Activist group seeks to have sand tested

BY CHRISTINE VARNO Staff Writer — 11/26/2008

LONG BRANCH — An environmental group was expected to appear in court last week to block a beach project in Long Branch due to concerns that the sand may be contaminated. The Surfrider Foundation, Jersey Shore Chapter, was scheduled to be in federal court Nov.

DOT grants to fund street repair projects

11/26/2008

Gov. Jon S. Corzine announced last week the award of $78.75 million in New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) municipal aid grants to fund street improvement, rehabilitation and safety projects in 372 New Jersey towns, including Long Branch, Eatontown, Ocean Township and West Long Branch.

State receives funds for fort employees

BY DANIEL HOWLEY Staff Writer — 11/26/2008

EATONTOWN — The United States Department of Labor has stepped up its efforts to help employees at Fort Monmouth find new job opportunities through a major grant extension. Gov. Jon S.

L.B. Concordance BrewSips event raises $18K

11/26/2008

LONG BRANCH — The Long Branch Concordance (LBC) raised nearly $18,000 as its third annual BrewSips fundraiser held Nov. 6 at the Shore Institute of Contemporary Arts (SICA) on Third Avenue. During a colorful night of art and jazz, more than 150 guests enjoyed a tasting of unique beers provided by Court Liquors in West End and the Hunterdon Brewing Co.

Chairman of 2 town committees steps down

BY DANIEL HOWLEY Staff Writer — 11/26/2008

OCEAN TOWNSHIP — After more than 30 years of service, the chairman of the township's Environmental and Shade Tree commissions is stepping down from his posts. Ocean Township resident Dr. Kenneth Lutz publicly announced his retirement from the two commissions at the Township Council's Nov. 14 meeting.

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11/26/2008

Eatontown Playhouse, Route 35, will present "The Bishop's Wife" at 8 p.m. Dec. 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20; and 3 p.m. Dec. 7, 14 and 21. Tickets are $17 for seniors and students and $22 for all others. For more information, call 732-888-0339 or 732-380-1119.

Nov. - A frosty reception

Green Scene — 11/26/2008

The first snow has fallen, unexpectedly so, and it is time to put your garden to bed. Simple housekeeping is of essence. Start with the hand tools that served you well all season. Inspect them, clean them, wipe them with oil and hang them up.

Students leave handprints

11/26/2008

LONG BRANCH — Students at the Gregory School designed and created an American flag using some paint and their hands. On Sept. 11, the fifth-grade students, assisted by their teacher, Denise Schulz, made an American flag using their handprints to depict the stars and stripes.

Boro man inducted into leadership program

11/26/2008

EATONTOWN — A borough resident is one of two locals recently inducted into the Rider University Leadership Development Program (LDP). The induction ceremony was held Nov. 8 during the Lawrenceville campus' Family Weekend event.

Cards may be sent to troops

11/26/2008

Serving members of the military and their families was the first mission of the American Red Cross more than 125 years ago and it remains a core part of the Red Cross service to the armed forces mission today.

Recycling changes to start in twp. Jan. 5

11/26/2008

OCEAN TOWNSHIP — In an effort to reduce costs and improve the appearance of the community, township officials are implementing recycling changes effective Jan. 5.

'A View From the Bridge'

11/26/2008

PHOTOS BY JEFF GRANIT staff Top: Jon Seclow (l-r), portraying Eddie Carbone, Austin Baird portraying Marco and Bob McMahon playing Rodolpho during a scene of Arthur Miller's "A View From the Bridge" Nov. 20-22. Left: Ocean Township High School students perform.

Mallet win gives Dems control of freeholder board

BY LAYLI WHYTE Correspondent — 11/26/2008

FREEHOLD — It took more than two weeks to tally the final votes for the vacant seat on the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders, but as of last Thursday, the official result is that candidate Amy Mallet had secured a majority for the Democrats.

N.J. horse industry dealt another blow

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer — 11/26/2008

On Election Day, Maryland voters approved video lottery terminals (VLTs) for racetracks, adding another nearby state to the roster of those around New Jersey with slot machines at their tracks. Delaware, Pennsylvania and New York already offer VLTs at their racetracks.

Students learn work-force skills

11/26/2008

LONG BRANCH — High school students in the city received a lesson this month to help better prepare them for the "real world." Long Branch Public School Transition Facilitator Terry Janeczek developed the Workforce Readiness Skills Certificate program. The program aims to help students build the skills they need to get good jobs in the future.

County pushes for win in light bulb switch

11/26/2008

With less than two weeks to go, Monmouth County remains in second place behind North Carolina's Durham County in the number of residents who have vowed to replace their standard incandescent light bulbs with new energy efficient fluorescent bulbs.

Document shredding event Dec. 6

11/26/2008

OCEAN TOWNSHIP — The Monmouth County Freeholders are sponsoring a paper-shredding event in the township Dec. 6 at the West Park Recreational Center Community Pool parking lot. Those interested in disposing of old documents and confidential files safely can attend the mobile shredding event. All papers will be shredded on location in a mobile truck.

Navesink Challenge Nov. 30 in Middletown

11/26/2008

The Jersey Shore Running Club, the Middletown Youth Athletic Association (MYAA), and Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Monmouth County will hold the Navesink Challenge on Nov. 30 at Bodman Park, Middletown. Registration will be held at 8:30 a.m. The 15K race will begin at 10 a.m., and a 5K run/walk will begin at 10:10 a.m.

Patients sought for PAD research study

11/26/2008

Joseph McGarvey, M.D., of Central Bucks Specialists, Long Branch, is seeking qualified participants for an investigational research study for peripheral artery disease PAD at the stage of critical limb ischemia (CLI) with foot and/or leg ulcers.

2008 Troop Care Boxes effort now under way

11/26/2008

The SupportOurTroops.Org campaign for Christmas 2008 Troop Care Boxes is now under way to provide care packages for deployed troops. SupportOurTroops.Org is making the call on behalf of the 60+ troop-related groups nationwide that send care packages to the troops. Interested individuals should visit SupportOurTroops.Org, and click on the Christmas 2008 Care Package Icon.

Association thanks veterans

11/26/2008

It is fitting that Veterans Day is recognized in November, during the time when Americans focus their hearts and minds on giving thanks.

Commander extends blessings during holiday season

11/26/2008

Thanksgiving — a time to give thanks for all God's bounty bestowed on us. Many of us have a great number of things to be thankful for — family, friends, food on our tables, clothing, gainful employment and an occasional vacation. Though we give thanks throughout the year, Thanksgiving Day is truly a time for reflection of the blessings we receive.

To our readers

11/26/2008

If you have something to say, The Atlanticville wants to hear from you. Whether it be in response to something you read in The Atlanticville or an issue that concerns you, send us a letter for publication. Letters to the editor will be published weekly on the editorial page.

Marijuana decriminalization poses a clear & present danger

Guest Column • Stephen Wallace — 11/26/2008

Dealing a blow to years of work and recent gains in youth drug prevention, Massachusetts has joined a growing, but still short list of states to decriminalize marijuana possession.

When Chris Christie leaves, there'll be big shoes to fill

Coda • GREG BEAN — 11/26/2008

For a while there, you couldn't walk out into the parking lot of nearly any diner or bar in Monmouth County without tripping over the bagmen with sacks of bribe money for local politicians.

Show me a good loser, and I'll show you a loser

Red State/ Blue State • DAVE SIMPSON & GREG BEAN — 11/26/2008

Dear Greg: As you know, I'm working hard to be a good loser, telling anyone who will listen that Barack Obama will soon be our president, and we must support him. I'm trying to be a lot nicer than your side was to George W. Bush.

David McAulay

11/26/2008

Mr. McAulay, 78, of Highlands, and formerly Rumson, died Oct. 31, 2008, following a battle with cancer. He was a U.S. Merchant Marine from 1951-88, and member of the Master Mates & Pilots Union. Following retirement, he was employed at Interport Pilots, Port Monmouth section of Middletown. He was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Amelia in 2004; and a brother, Bruce.

Mary Notabartolo

11/26/2008

Mrs. Notabartolo, 90, of the Wayside section of Ocean Township, died Nov. 8, 2008, at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch. She resided in Neptune, prior to relocating to Wayside in 1991. She was predeceased by her husband, Augustine in 1990.

Matthew F. Ferrigno

11/26/2008

Mr. Ferrigno, 86, of Tinton Falls, died Nov. 9, 2008, at Riverview Medical Center, Red Bank. He was a conservation officer in the law enforcement unit of the State of New Jersey Division of Fish and Game, retiring as a captain after 36 years. He was predeceased by a son, Michael R. Ferrigno in 1999; an infant daughter, MaryEllyn in 1956; two brothers, A.

Gladys Newman Jowers

11/26/2008

Mrs. Jowers, 77, died Nov. 15, 2008, at Gateway Care Center, Eatontown. She was a retired employee of Fort Monmouth, Eatontown. She was predeceased by her husband, Theron Jowers; two sisters, Lillie Mae Newman and Francis Newman-Crudup; and four brothers, John Newman, Grayland Newman, Donald Newman and Alvin Newman.

Caseys go down to defeat in state final

11/26/2008

PHOTOS BY ERIC SUCAR staff Left: Red Bank Catholic's Jessica Sciscione tries to control a loose ball during the second half of the NJSIAA Non-Public A final game against Immaculate Heart Academy at The College of New Jersey, Ewing, on Nov. 20. Right: Christina Stern (l) and Elle Mahon walk off the field after the Caseys suffered a 4-0 loss. The team finished the season with a 22-2 record.

Monmouth hoops team off to a rough start

BY DOUG McKENZIE Correspondent — 11/26/2008

The Monmouth University men's basketball team may not have gotten off to the kind of start that head coach Dave Calloway was hoping for, but the coach remains optimistic that this year's Hawks will become a good basketball team by year's end.

Born to Run brings runners to Freehold

BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer — 11/26/2008

Turkey, dressing, plenty of dessert and a five-mile run. That will be on the Thanksgiving Day menu for the runners and racewalkers competing in the Freehold Area Running Club's 24th annual Born to Run 5-mile run on Nov. 28, the day after Thanksgiving. Start time is 11 a.m.