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New Jersey is home to aquatic and semi-aquatic mammals
By Michele S. Byers
You’re walking near a stream or a lake and suddenly catch a flash of a small, sleek creature with dark, glossy...
Congressman welcomes funds to combat homelessness in Monmouth County
An additional $1.7 million in emergency federal funding has been awarded to Monmouth County to provide shelter and/or rental assistance for homeless families and...
Aberdeen Township restaurants launch outdoor dining service
ABERDEEN - Several restaurants in Aberdeen Township are offering outdoor dining as New Jersey continues on the road back from the 2020 coronavirus pandemic.
Outdoor...
Holmdel board names veteran educator to serve as interim superintendent
HOLMDEL - The Holmdel Township Schools Board of Education voted unanimously at its June 24 meeting to appoint LeRoy E. Seitz as the district’s...
YMCA partners with local agencies to distribute meals, food supplies during pandemic
The YMCA of Greater Monmouth County pivoted immediately when its facilities shut down in March as the COVID-19 crisis started. The gym floors, exercise...
Matawan targets maintenance of vacant properties in new ordinance
MATAWAN - The Borough Council has adopted an ordinance that will place more responsibility for vacant property maintenance on Matawan's property maintenance officer.
"The purpose...
