Apr 26, 2008 | Asbury Park Press
Water watchdogs clean trash from creek
“As they say in the cleanup business, we also left a lot of stuff”
How do you clean up roughly 60 years of discarded junk in just one morning? One brick, one TV set, one steering wheel and 20 car tires at a time. via Asbury Park Press
Be a part of the - Walk of Recognition' at Cape May Stage
“We invite all citizens of southern New Jersey to participate in a Project Encore initiative that will forever link the past to the future - the Cape May Stage 'Walk of Recognition'. The theatre's "Buy-a-Brick”
They say "diamonds are forever". For a whole lot less money, Cape May families and visitors alike can have their name imbedded forever on the Cape May Stage theatre's - Walk of Recognition'. The Robert ... via Cape May County Herald
A lot of history washes over falls of Tinton Falls
“For lack of a better word, this is it”
It's down there, somewhere. You can't see it from either of the two decaying observation decks, nor from the Tinton Avenue bridge above. via Asbury Park Press
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“With a little help from our friends, we will achieve our mission of providing vital services that promote wellness, recovery and productive lives”
CPC Behavioral Healthcare will recreate the "British Invasion of Rock and Roll" at its 44th Benefit on Saturday, May 3, 2008 at the Navesink Country Club in Middletown, NJ. via Ocean County Observer The Times-Beacon
Mystery of Benedict Arnold trial unraveled
“Mr. Norris kept the Dickerson Tavern while Capt. Dickerson, its owner, was absent in the military service of his country.”
The name Benedict Arnold is synonymous in America with the word 'traitor.' Every school kid learns about Benedict Arnold, the Revolutionary War general, selling out his country by turning over military secrets ... via Daily Record
Salvage comppany cleans up Cape May Harbor
“The way the bureaucracy works, sometimes people have to take matters into their own hands”
The U.S. Coast Guard did what it could, but it wasn't enough. State lawmakers were going to solve the problem, but bureaucracy moves slowly. via Press of Atlantic City
Two colleges have 64 who make $100G
“In addition, the salaries are a reflection of the "marketplace' in higher education especially for senior-level administrators where underpaying can yield some poor results.”
Brookdale Community College bills itself as New Jersey's "No. 1 associate degree college." It also has some of the best-paid employees in the state. via Asbury Park Press
Dennis Township Master Planners Seek Public Input
" - " Officials here are looking to local residents, visitors and business owners for help in determining the future of Dennis Township. via Cape May County Herald
Leonard James Jones Sr., 85, of Vineland and formerly of Buena died suddenly Wednesday, April 8, 2008, at the New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home after a brief illness. via Daily Journal
Homeowners upset FEMA expands flood zone in Monmouth County
MIDDLETOWN, N.J. -- Federal Emergency Management Administration officials have unleashed a torrent of complaints over new flood-zone maps in Monmouth County's Bayshore region. via Daily Record
Teens allegedly partied in empty homes
“They went from one room to another room to another room.”
Police in Sea Isle City, N.J., arrested 21 teenagers, charging them with using three empty summer houses for a roving party and causing heavy damage. via Political Gateway
Fellowship of Christian Athletes brings message to schools
“What's most exciting is the number that come - often 100 to 150 people are around their school's flagpole.”
There's nothing Joe Matera, of Marmora, loves more than bringing the message of Jesus into schools. via Press of Atlantic City
West Point sending cadets to NJ for taste of Iraq
Some cadets at the U.S. Military Academy are getting a taste of what Iraq will be like by taking a field trip , to New Jersey. via PhillyBurbs.com
Public may be blocked from island: Public may be blocked from island
“You don't want all your eggs in one basket”
State wildlife officials are moving to close public access to Champagne Island, a popular boating and party spot between Stone Harbor and North Wildwood that has become one of the biggest shorebird nesting ... via Asbury Park Press
03/26 Old Avalon: Cold Spring Village Lecture Series
“We are pleased to be given the opportunity to feature this year's lineup of speakers.”
Beginning Wednesday, March 26, Historic Cold Spring Village's 5th Annual Spring Lecture Series will take place on four consecutive Wednesday evenings at 7 pm in the Village Welcome Center. via Cape May County Herald
Little choice for small New Jersey towns but to merge
“The state is saying, 'Thou shalt do this now,' and that is most regrettable.”
CORBIN CITY, N.J. , Really, there's no reason for this place to exist, at least as its own municipality. via PhillyBurbs.com
Two Motor Vehicles Collide in Ocean View
Photo by Harry B. Sheeler Jr. OCEAN VIEW- On Wednesday, March 26 the Ocean View Fire Department , Belleplain Emergency Corps and the New Jersey State Police responded to a two-vehicle accident shortly after ... via Cape May County Herald
NJ to weigh seat belt requirement for all vehicle passengers
“Buckling up for a trip around the corner or a trip around the state is a habit that drivers and passengers alike need to adopt”
Gov. Jon S. Corzine on Wednesday will officially receive a recommendation that the state require all motor vehicle passengers to wear seat belts. via PhillyBurbs.com
Corzine to ban horseshoe crabbing indefinitely
TRENTON: Gov. Jon S. Corzine is set Tuesday to impose an indefinite ban on horseshoe crabbing in New Jersey to help a threatened shorebird that feeds on the crabs' eggs as it passes through the ... via Home News Tribune
Float compromise on marina access
The state Department of Environmental Protection has proposed a rule that would force private marinas to provide 24-hour public access by making it a condition of new waterfront development permits. via Asbury Park Press