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Michael Ballone Named District Superintendent In Marlboro
Marlboro Board of Education says it's pleased to name current leader Michael Ballone to top role, building upon his district experience.

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Marlboro Board of Education says it's pleased to name current leader Michael Ballone to top role, building upon his district experience.

The votes are in and winners among the 18 decorated horse sculptures on display in downtown Freehold will be announced Wednesday.
Enjoy live music, Mexican dance, great food and more at the second annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration, Riverside Gardens Park, Red Bank.
Howell Alliance Coordinator Christa Riddle is the guest speaker at Tuesday's Howell Chamber of Commerce lunch.
A GoFundMe site has been set up for a young Holmdel family who safely evacuated a fire on Monday, but lost all their possessions.
Bill Ayaz, who already has other ventures at Freehold Raceway Mall, opens a new restaurant, Marmara, that reflects his Turkish heritage.
Red Bank is among nine towns cited for failing to correct deficiencies to prevent improper leave payouts, state comptroller says.
One lucky person who bought a Powerball ticket at a Marlboro gas station won $50,000, as Powerball rolls to $925 million.
Confirming vote is next month to repeal Policy 5756 on notice to parents of transgender students. But Holmdel BOE may craft its own policy.
GED programs at the Red Bank Public Library can be expanded so Spanish-speaking residents advance educational and job opportunities.
The Diversity Day Festival planned Saturday for Lake Topanemus Park in Freehold is cancelled; will become part of future event.
Freehold Borough Board of Education names Asia Michael, Burlington County, as its new school superintendent, beginning Dec. 11.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce honors Calgo Gardens of Howell, which also offers community events, such as its Fall Art Show this Saturday.
Repeal of Policy 5756 regarding students who identify as transgender is on the agenda for Holmdel Board of Education meeting Wednesday.
Farmingdale outdoor art installation pays homage to dinosaurs, and is a chance for kids - and grownups - to learn dino facts.
A catalytic converter worth $2,000 was removed from a vehicle parked overnight at Mr. Tire in Manalapan.
Last week, two cars were stolen from a single residence in Fair Haven; police urge residents to take extra security steps.
Dedication is Wednesday for a new crosswalk with warning lights now at Manalapan High School to the Recreation Center, over Route 522.
Budding paleontologists can join the search for fossils, shark teeth along Holmdel's Ramanessin streambed on Oct. 7.
Residents can learn more about a trap, neuter and return program for homeless cats in Freehold at a meeting Tuesday.