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Springsteen Recalls Mother Adele In Song With Freehold Memories
Adele Springsteen has died at 98, said her son Bruce Springsteen, raised in Freehold. He recalled her with words from "The Wish."

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Adele Springsteen has died at 98, said her son Bruce Springsteen, raised in Freehold. He recalled her with words from "The Wish."

On Feb. 13, the Township Committee will have a second reading of a funding ordinance for improvements to Cresci Boulevard.
Owners of 618 in Freehold celebrate its spot on OpenTable's list of top romantic restaurants in the country - one of just five in the state.
PETA seeks further investigation of a harness driver fined by the NJ Racing Commission for striking a horse at Freehold Raceway in 2022.
Manalapan police advise that certain lanes are closed on a portion of Route 33 for road work.
Eclectic musical selections to be performed by the Colts Neck Community Band at its Winter Concert Thursday night at Colts Neck High School.
The Community Affairs and Resource Center (CARC) will have a luncheon/seminar on Feb. 16 about ways to improve your home.
Police say there are increased reports of residents are being dunned for supposed bills or asked to help "relatives."
Monmouth County and several area organizations will offer free health resources at an event at the Red Bank Train Station on Saturday.
Holmdel environmental groups praise the contributions of the late Carole Balmer, a former township official, who died Jan. 26.
Police said the garage of a Wall home was broken into Wednesday, and they believe thieves wanted to get at keys to the high-end car.
Manalapan Historical Committee is accepting items for inclusion in a time capsule to be opened at the town's 200th anniversary in 2048.
Bell Works hosts its first daylong “Be Well At Bell” Health and Wellness Exposition on Saturday, Feb. 3, in Holmdel.
Appointment of the majority Colts Kids First school board members to committee chairs was expected, but criticized by minority members.
Two men were arrested in connection with the theft of a third man's car on Sunday in Wall as the three drove to Asbury Park, police say.
In a letter to families, Freehold Twp. school superintendent confirms "initial restoration" of services after cyber security breach Sunday.
The 11th annual Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade - a celebration of Irish Heritage and a supporter of good causes - is set for March 10.
The latest Chipotle Mexican Grill opening was in the Shrewsbury Plaza, at the end of 2023, giving patrons another dining option there.
Manalapan police report two instances in which counterfeit money was used to buy merchandise at Wegmans on Route 9.
The Monmouth County Courthouse West Wing entry hall, where all visitors must pass, will be dedicated to Assignment Judge Lisa P. Thornton.