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Alli Mechanic is a Monmouth County native. She graduated from Colts Neck High School and went on to pursue journalism at Rowan University in Glassboro New Jersey. 

In addition to her Journalism major, Alli minored in Political Science and picked up concentrations in Online and Broadcast Journalism. Besides her classes, Alli was a DJ and Co-Host for Rowan Radio WGLS-FM, an admissions ambassador and held two NBC internships.   

Graduating in May 2011, Alli started freelancing and Guest Editing for Monmouth County Patch sites until she was named the Local Editor of Freehold in July of 2012.

When not working, Alli enjoys snowboarding and spending time at the beach. 

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Inmate Accused of PCP Possession

An inmate at the Monmouth County Correctional Institution faces drug charges after allegedly concealing PCP.

Inmate Accused of PCP Possession
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Results Prove Dangerous Infections Reduced at CentraState Medical Center

CentraState Medical Center has reduced central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs) since 2011 as part of a national project to improve patient safety nationwide. Results of the project were released earlier this week at a press conference i

Results Prove Dangerous Infections Reduced at CentraState Medical Center
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Obituary: Joel L. Scolnick, 67

Joel Scolnick was a local business owner and a long time member of the Freehold First Aid.

Obituary: Joel L. Scolnick, 67
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Obituary: Chester R. Swistock, 78

Swistock lived in Howell, Freehold, and Toms River. He was an Army Veteran and avid golfer.

Obituary: Chester R. Swistock, 78
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Important September School Dates

A list of dates to remember if your child is in the Freehold Township or Freehold Borough School District.

Important September School Dates