Tom Gilmore: Conservation Trailblazer
By Michele S. Byers
New Jersey’s parks, forests, farms, trails, meadows and wildlife habitats are preserved today in large part due to the many individual...
Jewish Heritage Museum to present program on Jewish women in American film
The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County will present an illustrated Zoom program, "Jewish Women in American Film: From Femme Fatale to Superhero" by...
Chelsea Senior Living cites strict safety protocols for reduction of COVID infections among residents,...
Chelsea Senior Living has conducted more than 23,000 COVID-19 tests of residents and staff since June 1, nearly eliminating infections in its 21 assisted...
Program provides support services to those dealing with challenges related to COVID-19
By Robert Kley
More than one-third of New Jersey adults surveyed by the National Center for Health Statistics and Census Bureau from April 23 through...
State guidance outlines protocols for long-term care facilities and holiday visits
The New Jersey Department of Health has issued health and safety guidance for the state’s long-term care facilities, which provides measures for residents who...
Holmdel officials approve corrective action plan following municipal audit
HOLMDEL - The Township Committee has approved a corrective action plan in the wake of findings that were noted in an audit report submitted...
Authority’s directors approve Sustain and Serve NJ program
The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Board of Directors has approved the creation of the Sustain and Serve NJ program, a $2 million...
New Jersey American Water offers virtual information session on payment assistance programs
New Jersey American Water will hold a virtual information session for customers about its payment assistance programs from 4-5 p.m. Nov. 18.
Representatives from New...
Independent Datebook, Nov. 18
• The American Red Cross will hold the following blood drives: Nov. 21, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Middletown Township Public Library, 55 New...
Independent news briefs, Nov. 18
During a recent meeting of the Keyport Borough Council, officials authorized a closeout change order in a contract that had been awarded to Down...
Princeton company develops rapid saliva-based test to detect COVID-19
A new rapid saliva-based antigen test has been developed in Princeton as COVID-19 cases rise again across Princeton, New Jersey, and America.
Created by RICOVR,...
Middletown North rolls past Long Branch in tune-up for state tournament
The Middletown North High School girls soccer team's performance is peaking as the 2020 regular season comes to a conclusion.
Entering the Central East Region...
Sport Shorts – Atlantic Hub and Independent
Saint John Vianney High School, Holmdel, participated in the NCAA Letter of Intent Signing Day on Nov. 11. Seven SJV student-athletes signed a...
Kamala Harris’ husband has roots in Matawan, Old Bridge
OLD BRIDGE - Kamala Harris' husband has roots in the Matawan and Old Bridge area.
In November 2019, Douglas Emhoff tweeted "I lived in Matawan/Old...
Gov. announces additional $60M to fulfill pipeline of small business grant applications Â
Gov. Phil Murphy has announced a commitment of at least $60 million in additional Coronavirus, Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding to...
Small businesses can receive discounts on PPE purchases
New Jersey-based small businesses and nonprofit organizations with 100 or fewer employees may apply to receive 25% discounts on purchases of personal protective equipment...
Guild of Creative Art announces exhibit of award winning works of art
The Guild of Creative Art, 620 Broad St., Shrewsbury, will host a special onsite gallery exhibit, “Award Winners of the Guild of Creative Art...
Serviceman’s widow begins ninth annual holiday clothing drive to aid veterans
Stacia McDonough and her nonprofit organization “Independence For Veterans” have kicked off their ninth annual “They Kept Us Safe, Let's Keep Them Warm” new...
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