October 30, 2008 RSS feed / Front Page

Democrat, independents challenge incumbents

Five candidates vie for two Little Silver council seats
BY SHARON LEFF Staff Writer

Five candidates are vying for two Little Silver Borough Council seats, making this the first time a Democrat has run for council since 1996. More...

Painted & polished, Count Basie reopens

Theater marks project end with celebratory concert
BY SHARON LEFF Staff Writer

While some spent the s umme r months down the shore or by the pool, employees at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank spent the summer renovating and preparing for the theater's Oct. 30 reopening. More...

Project EAT helps fill empty shelves of food pantries

County program matches donors with food distributors
BY LAYLI WHYTE Correspondent

Did everyone in Monmouth County eat today? More...

Dems to hold Blue Denim Rally

RED BANK — Borough Council candidates Juanita Lewis and Ed Zipprich will attend a Blue Denim Kick-Off Rally on Saturday, Nov. 1, starting at noon at River Street Commons. More...

Visual and Performing Arts program marks 25 yrs.

LITTLE SILVER — The Red Bank Regional (RBR) Visual and Performing Arts Academy (VPA) kicked off its 25th anniversary year Oct. 5 with a Grand Celebration at the RBR theater at 101 Ridge Road, Little Silver. More...

Conservation group nears fundraising goal

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

Despite heavy downpours the day before and more predictions of inclement weather, 350 loyal supporters of the Monmouth Conservation Foundation (MCF) made it out to Monmouth County's Huber Woods Equestrian Center, Middletown, on Sept. More...

YMCA to host forum on obesity, diabetes

RED BANK — The Community YMCA will host a presentation by two leading pediatrics experts as part of its effort to educate the community about childhood obesity and juvenile diabetes. More...

Happy Halloween!

From top right: Tinkerbell, Cinderella and the Forest Fairy made for an enchanting Halloween parade in Fair Haven on Oct. More...

Trendy thrift shop opens at new site

FCS Thrift Boutique relocates to storefront on Branchport Ave.
BY CHRISTINE VARNO Staff Writer

LONG BRANCH — With the current economic crises facing families today, gently used quality goods and clothing are in ultra-high demand. More...

Dems promise to bring change at county level

BY LAYLI WHYTE Correspondent

The Democratic challengers seeking two seats on the Monmouth County Board of Chosen Freeholders want to see more fiscal responsibility and ensure the county's environmental future for its children. More...

Two challenge Pallone for 6th District seat

Ocean protection, energy policy, health care among issues
BY ERIN O. STATTEL Staff Writer

In a district that spans from coastal Monmouth towns to the urban neighborhoods of Edison, issues run the gamut from health care to energy alternatives. This year's race for a two-year term in the U.S. More...

Columns

Thanks for the $65 check; your diploma is in the mail

Coda • GREG BEAN

You know, one of the great disappointments of my life was that I never received my Doctor of Divinity degree. More...

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Obituaries

Olga Nicastro

Mrs. Nicastro, 91, of Manalapan, died Oct. 15, 2008, in CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. Born to Eugene and Eugenia Zyrski on Oct. 23, 1916, in New York City, she lived there and in Brooklyn, N.Y., before moving to Manalapan in 1997. More...

Colleen T. Rathburn

Miss Rathburn, 40, of Highlands, died Oct. 14, 2008, at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch. She was an autoCAD operator at Kupper & CompanyMobile Labs, Atlantic Highlands. More...

John J. Johnson

Mr. Johnson, 68, of Keyport, died Oct. 26, 2008, at Bayshore Community Hospital, Holmdel. He was a retired employee of Middletown Township Department of Public Works, where he was employed approximately 40 years. More...

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Letters

Tricks and tips to keep kids safe on Halloween

Halloween is one of the most exciting nights of the year for a child. More...

Help available to victims of domestic violence, abuse

Crimes of violence against women and children are too often hidden. More...

Family of EMT thanks public for outpouring of concern

As many readers may already know, Ed Ryan, EMT, was responding to a first aid call when he was struck by a car on Main Street, Oceanport. He broke bones in his lower right leg, two ribs and right shoulder. More...

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Business

Bonanza of brands & bargains is in the bag

Jersey Shore Premium Outlets set to open Nov. 13
BY LORI ANNE OLIWA Correspondent

Kate Spade, Kenneth Cole, Calvin Klein, Cole Haan and Michael Kors. In a few short weeks, Monmouth County will have bragging rights to a bevy of exclusive brands when its own version of Fifth Avenue opens on Route 66 in Tinton Falls. More...

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RBC girls defend x-country title

Win county championship
BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer

It wasn't so much the winning that meant the most to Red Bank Catholic girls crosscountry coach Rob DeFilippis, but how they did it. With some very big races up and coming, the Caseys let their coach know they are ready to run tough. More...

Photo

CHRIS KELLY staff Pink puppy Ryan Rawlins, 2, of Fair Haven, may not have been the biggest participant among the hundreds who turned out for the Fair Haven Halloween parade on Oct. 26, but he was one of the most colorful. More photos, page 28. More...

Revocation of liquor license affirmed

State has 45 days to make decision on Best Liquors
BY SHARON LEFF Staff Writer

An administrative law judge has affirmed the borough's suspension of the license of a Red Bank liquor store. Now, it is up to the N.J. More...

Boro moves forward on Cedar Crossing project

Republicans vote no on affordable housing development
BY SHARON LEFF Staff Writer

RED BANK — A resolution confirming endorsement of an affordable housing project as a community development project was approved with a 3-2 vote at the Oct. 13 Borough Council meeting. More...

Economic woes may impact boro

Long: Decreased tax collection rate could lead to tax hike
BY SHARON LEFF Staff Writer

SEA BRIGHT — In the current economic climate, the borough's investments are safe but its tax collection rate and its ability to borrow money may be negatively affected, according to a borough official. At the Oct. More...

Intervention plan in works if needed, NOAA says

BY SHARON LEFF Staff Writer

SHREWSBURY — First spotted in June, a pod of about 12 dolphins still remain in the Shrewsbury River, according to a spokeswoman for the National Oceanic and AtmosphericAdministration (NOAA). More...

Macabre Manor scares the yell out of everyone

Halloween attraction puts the chill in Keyport nights
BY LORI ANNE OLIWA Correspondent

KEYPORT — The blood-curdling screams can be heard for blocks, outdone only by the buzzing of saws and the sparking of the electric chair. More...

Zebu Forno will open in Freehold

FREEHOLD — Moving to bring its European style bakery-café concept to a prime location in the heart of downtown Freehold Borough's "restaurant row," Zebu Forno has signed a lease for the site of the former Cornerstone Caffé at the in More...

Housing group takes FMERPA to court

FSHC calling for affordable housing plan at Fort Monmouth
BY DANIEL HOWLEY Staff Writer

EATONTOWN — A housing advocacy group has filed a lawsuit against the Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Planning Authority (FMERPA), claiming that its reuse plan for the fort violates the state's affordable housing laws. More...

Families may apply for housing

Western Monmouth Habitat for Humanity has announced the start of an open application period seeking working families in need of safe, affordable housing. More...

Community forums on strategic plan announced

Monmouth County residents wishing to share their ideas about how the county can improve government services can do so by attending one of the community forums announced by the Monmouth County Board of Freeholders: • 6:30 p.m. Nov. More...

Burry and Curley share GOP freeholder ticket

BY LAYLI WHYTE Correspondent

Maintaining both the tax rate as well as open space in the county are among the goals for the two candidates on the Republican ticket for Monmouth County Freeholder. More...

Holt faces challenge in bid for sixth term

Holmdel Republican, O'port independent also seek 12th District seat
BY ERIN O. STATTEL Staff Writer

The race for the 12th Congressional District seat is a three-way contest with incumbent Rep. More...

NOTES

Atlantic Drums & Percussion, 52A Monmouth St., Red Bank, is hosting a weekly community drum circle 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays. A donation is suggested. No experience is necessary. For more information, call 732-450-1013 or visit www.atlanticdrums. More...

Bulletin Board

Registration under way for Navesink Challenge

The Jersey Shore Running Club (JSRC), the Middletown Youth Athletic Association (MYAA) and Habitat for Humanity of Northeast Monmouth County will host the eighth annual Navesink Challenge Nov. 30 at Bodman Park, Middletown. More...

Register by Oct. 31 for Zilinski Run/Walk

The third annual Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski II Memorial 3.5 Mile Run/2 Mile Walk will be held Nov. 9 at PNC Bank Arts Center, Holmdel. Early registration deadline is Oct. 31. No T-shirts are guaranteed to registrants after Oct. 31. More...

Red Bank Library slates November events

Red Bank Public Library, 84 W. Front St., will welcome Dr. Michael Rushnak, Jackson, discussing and signing copies of his book "Terminal Neglect," 7-8:30 p.m. Nov. 6. More...

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Sports

RBR girls win out-ofconference game

Red Bank Regional's Olivia Porada (12) tries to chip one by Newton goaltender Julia Perry during a home game on Oct. 24 which was won by Red Bank Regional, 4-2. CHRIS KELLY staff More...

RBC girls defend x-country title

Win county championship
BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer

This story contains a video It wasn't so much the winning that meant the most to Red Bank Catholic girls crosscountry coach Rob DeFilippis, but how they did it. With some very big races up and coming, the Caseys let their coach know they are ready to run tough. More...

MU football wins fifth straight contest

BY DOUG McKENZIE Correspondent

The Monmouth University football team continues to make its 0-3 start to the season a distant memory. More...

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Red State / Blue State

Joe the plumber

Red State/ Blue State • DAVE SIMPSON & GREG BEAN

Dear Greg: It's hard to believe, old pal, but after a campaign that's been going on for two years now, it finally took a plumber from Toledo to define the issues. More...

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Arts / Zest

Outsider artist works from the inside

Leonardo resident exhibits at the MAC
BY LINDA DENICOLA Correspondent

Middletown artist Tracey Ann Finley has passion and a personal vision that enable her to create original and intuitive artwork that come from her life experience and ideals. More...

IN THE ARTS

The Art Alliance of Monmouth County's 22nd Annual Statewide Juried Exhibition. Work will be judged by Jennifer Field, curatorial assistant of painting & sculpture at the MuseumofModernArt. More...

Art Society show in Little Silver

The Art Society of Monmouth County will exhibit members' artwork at Little Silver Borough Hall through Dec. 19. This annual exhibit, the H&E Luhrs Show, is made possible through the generosity of the Luhrs Endowment Fund. More...

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