Examiner

No contest in Millstone, Roosevelt, U.F. elections

By Jane Meggitt Staff Writer — 11/12/2009

There were no surprises in three local elections, as candidates ran unopposed.

AHS concert to feature world premiere

BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer — 11/05/2009

The journey began with a melody and will end with a world premiere. The Allentown High School (AHS) Symphonic Band, under the direction of Jeff Santoro, commissioned New Jersey composer Chris M. Bernotas to write a piece for the band to perform. Bernotas took the challenge, and the band will present the world premiere of "Ride On" as part of its winter concert at 7 p.m.

Millstone mulls more retail development

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer — 11/05/2009

New businesses and a bank may be built near Roy's Deli at the intersection of Sweetmans Lane and Millstone Road in Millstone. The Zoning Board of Adjustment held the first hearing for an application to develop 353 Sweetmans Lane and 232 Millstone Road at its Oct. 28 meeting. The parcels have different owners.

Creating a night to remember

BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer — 11/05/2009

Everyone needs a chance to get dolled up and dance. Millstone's Stephanie Sawicz, 16, helped locals affected by mental illness have "A Night to Remember" by collecting donations of formal wear and helping organize other aspects of a dinner dance at Park Place in Monmouth Junction as part of her Girl Scouts Gold Award project.

Environment focus of new U.F. website

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer — 11/05/2009

UPPER FREEHOLD — The township's Environmental Advisory Committee (EAC) will soon have its own website. The Township Committee unanimously gave the EAC the go-ahead to create its own site after hearing a presentation from members of the group. The new website will be linked to the township site, www.uftnj.com.

Self-storage facility will be built in U.F.

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer — 11/05/2009

UPPER FREEHOLD — A self-storage facility will be developed on the corner of Routes 537 and 539, but will have one less building than originally planned.

False fliers in Millstone

11/05/2009

MILLSTONE — A flier touting consolidation of schools is a false statement, according to Board of Education President Tom Foley. At the Oct. 26 board meeting, Foley said he does not know who is distributing the fliers that have appeared in some local retail establishments.

Millstone business to ramp up outdoor displays, ads

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer — 11/05/2009

MILLSTONE — Seasonal World can get more decked out for the holidays than ever before. The township will permit the Route 537 business to display several large blow-up figures during the holidays, to put up roof-level fly-up signs that straddle the main entrance, to have an outdoor display of decorations and merchandise,

Apple, pumpkin festival helps ill kids

11/05/2009

COLTS NECK — This fall, take a step back in time and enjoy the simple life at the Ashley Lauren Foundation's Apple and Pumpkin Festival planned for Nov. 7 (rain date Nov. 14) at Bucks Mill Park, Heyers Mill Road, Colts Neck.

Book recounts fun at Great Adventure

BY LAUREN CIRAULO Staff Writer — 11/05/2009

Harry Applegate and Thomas Benton are not your average theme park thrill-seekers. The pair, who share a mutual love of Six Flags Great Adventure, have not only been avid visitors over the 35 years since the amusement park opened on Route 537 in Jackson Township, they have translated that passion into a photographbased historical website, and most recently,

In the Service

11/05/2009

Matthew E. Valnoski, the son of Rick Valnoski of Allentown, has graduated from the Army ROTC (Reserve Officer Training Corps) Leader's Development and Assessment Course, also known as "Operation Warrior Forge," at Fort Lewis, Tacoma, Wash.

Law requires cost & security assessment of base housing

11/05/2009

President Barrack Obama has signed into law legislation written by Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ) to require a Government Accountability Office (GAO) study of the U.S. Navy's proposal to open the Laurelwood military housing complex on Naval Weapons Station Earle, Colts Neck, to the general public.

Hoop-shoot contest will be held Nov. 21

11/05/2009

Millstone Elks Lodge No. 2613 will hold a basketball free throw shooting contest 8:30 a.m. Nov. 21 at the Millstone Primary School on Schoolhouse Lane. Registration for the "hoop shoot," which is open to boys and girls ages 8-13, will begin at 8:30 a.m.

Education foundation's next meeting Nov. 12

11/05/2009

Millstone Township Foundation for Educational Excellence (MTFEE), a nonprofit organization devoted to funding educational experiences for Millstone's public school students, will hold its next monthly meeting 7 p.m. Nov. 12 in the Board of Education Conference Room at the Middle School, 5 Dawson Court.

Give thanks and blood during Nov. 14 drive

11/05/2009

The Millstone Township Girl Scout Service Unity has partnered with Central Jersey Blood Center to sponsor a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Millstone Township Community Center on Route 524. All donors will be entered into a drawing for a $25 Target gift card. To make an appointment, visit www.cjbcblood.

Winery to host Sugar & Spice Open House

11/05/2009

A Sugar and Spice Open House, presented by the Cream Ridge Winery, Route 539 in Cream Ridge, will be held 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 7-8. Admission is free. Samples of the winery's holiday spice wine, served warm, as well as new releases, such as pear, cranberry and black current wines, will be part of the day's festivities. In addition, tours will be given all day.

'Nocturnes & Ballades' slated for Nov. 14

11/05/2009

The Roosevelt Arts Project will present "Nocturnes & Ballades," a recital of romantic music with commentary by pianist Alan Mallach at 8 a.m. Nov. 14 in Roosevelt's Borough Hall on Route 571. A voluntary contribution of $5 will be collected at the door.

All are welcome to Veterans Day event

11/05/2009

A Veterans Day ceremony will be held 1-2:15p.m. Nov. 10 at New Jersey United Christian Academy, 73 Holmes Mill Road, in the Cream Ridge section of Upper Freehold. Every military branch will be represented. There will also be a special guest who was rescued by the Marines during the Korean War. All community members, military and veterans are welcome.

'Nutcracker' set for Dec. 6 at MPAC

11/05/2009

New Jersey's Performing Arts Ensemble will present "The Nutcracker" ballet at 1 p.m. Dec. 6 at Millstone Township Performing Arts Center, 5 Dawson Court. For tickets or more information, call 732-614-5426 or 732-610-4003.

Ladies Auxiliary taking pumpkin-pie orders

11/05/2009

The Hope Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary is taking advance orders for its pumpkinpie sale. Pies must be preordered by Nov. 23 and can be picked up between 3-6 p.m. Nov. 25 at the Hope Fire Company, 82 Route 526, Allentown. Pies are $10.

Veterans Day event to be held in Clarksburg

11/05/2009

A Veterans Day honors ceremony will begin 11 a.m. Nov. 11 at the Millstone Township Veterans Memorial, located next to the municipal building on Route 524 in the Clarksburg section of Millstone.

Annual blood drive to be held in Allentown

11/05/2009

The Central Jersey Blood Bank along with the Women's Association of Allentown will hold its annual drive 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Allentown Methodist Church, 23 Church Street, Allentown. Once again, local Girl Scouts will assist the Women's Association. Details: 609-758-8289.

Allentown church slates county bazaar

11/05/2009

The Allentown United Methodist Church, 23 Church St., Allentown, will host its 39th annual Country Bazaar and Auction from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 7. The bazaar will feature baked goods, books, toys, clothes, a flea market/rummage area and soup by the quart. The auction will begin at 10 a.m., rain or shine.

Allentown Art Guild will host exhibit

11/05/2009

The Allentown Art Guild will host Visions of Hope, an art exhibit that will run through Jan. 7 at the Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road, New Egypt. The exhibit will feature works of art that will include paintings in oil, watercolor and acrylic as well as mixed media, mobiles, stained glass, jewelry, photography and ceramics.

Gemologist will discuss gems, jewelry

11/05/2009

Peter Stavrianidis will speak about gems, jewelry and historical events that contributed to the period trend of jewelry at the 2 p.m. Nov. 17 general meeting of the Brandeis University National Women's Committee (BUNWC) Tri-County Chapter to be held at the Robbinsville Library, 42 Robbinsville-Allentown Road, Robbinsville.

Garden Club to meet, host speaker Nov. 12

11/05/2009

Bruce Crawford, director of Rutgers Gardens, will share many tips to brighten up the winter season at the Nov. 12 meeting of the Allentown Garden Club. Some of the topics will include making garden containers more interesting during the winter and adding special seasonal touches to yards and porches during the holidays.

Hospital Auxiliary to hold Harvest Dance

11/05/2009

The Millstone Township Hospital Auxiliary of CentraState Medical Center will hold a Harvest Dance 7-11 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Millstone Elks on Burnt Tavern Road in the Clarksburg section of Millstone. The event will include a buffet, music and a cash bar.

Millstone MOMS Club to meet Nov. 12

11/05/2009

The MOMS Club of Millstone Township will hold its next monthly meeting 1:30 p.m. Nov. 12. The group will be discussing low- or nocost monthly calendar activities for all age groups, ranging from newborns and up.

Annual rummage sale Nov. 14 at firehouse

11/05/2009

The Ladies Auxiliary of Millstone Township Fire Company is sponsoring a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Millstone Township Fire Company. Donations of household items, linens, clothing (one bag per family), toys, books, tools, electronics and sports equipment are being accepted from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 10-12 at the firehouse.

'Rescue Ink Unleashed' stars host art auction

11/05/2009

Adopt-A-Pet, Millstone, has been rescuing animals since 1984. Many of the dogs the agency has rescued have gone on to become therapy dogs with Furry Angels Therapy Dogs, Millstone. The therapy dogs and their owners will be honored during a Dec. 5 event at Freehold Raceway.

Add the 'missing link' to the great outdoors

11/05/2009

Imagine every New Jersey resident living within walking distance of a park or trail — and being able to link to other trails, parks and natural areas without getting in a car. For this vision to become a reality, this state we're in needs to add more connections between open spaces, weaving its web of "greenways" across the state.

Thanks to all who made Her Night Out a success

11/05/2009

Avanti Day Resort's "Her Night Out" campaign on Oct. 19 was a huge success. We were able to raise $2,350, which was donated to CancerCare, the National Breast Cancer Foundation, and our featured guest, Tina Tinervia. Tina and her 6-year-old daughter, Ashlee, enjoyed their girls' night out, while bringing attention to her fight against cancer.

Tire industry group urges passage of Right to Repair Act

11/05/2009

The Tire Industry Association strongly urges Congress to pass the Motor Vehicle Owners' Right to Repair Act (HR 2057) to ensure that car owners and their trusted repair shops have the same access to safety alerts and repair information as the franchised new car dealer network.

Cartoon

11/05/2009

Another race where we picked the lesser evil

Coda • GREG BEAN — 11/05/2009

In my home state of Wyoming at the dawn of the 20th century, there was a surfeit of what were politely referred to as "bachelor cowboys." It wasn't that these old boys didn't like women; in fact, they loved them, every chance they got.

Hugh Oakley

11/05/2009

Mr. Oakley, 82, of Salisbury, Del., formerly of Freehold, died Oct. 30, 2009, at home. He began his career with the New Jersey Department of Agriculture and later went to work as a fruit broker for Blue Goose Growers in Hagerstown, Md. Mr. Oakley served on the Freehold Township Board of Education in for 20 years, 16 of those as president.

Charles H. F. Morris Jr.

11/05/2009

Mr. Morris, 94, of Freehold, died Oct.28, 2009, at Applewood Estates, Freehold. He was a resident of Allentown for 41 years before moving to Applewood 17 years ago. In 1984, Charles retired from RCA, Princeton, where he was employed for 50 years. He was predeceased by his wife of 66 years, Grace Jean Morris; and a brother, Frank Morris.

Estelle Wells

11/05/2009

Mrs. Wells, 93, of the Perrineville section of Millstone, died Nov. 1, 2009, at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. Mrs. Wells was born in Kenbridge, Va. Surviving are a son, Wilfred Allen; a sister, Helen Harris; and several nieces and nephews. The viewing will be held 11:30 a.m. and funeral services will begin at noon Nov.

Millstone Township schools less violent

BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer — 11/05/2009

MILLSTONE — There were about half the incidents of violence and vandalism in the school district during 2008-09 than there were in 2007-08. At the Oct. 26 Board of Education meeting, Superintendent of Schools Mary Anne Donahue presented the annual violence, vandalism and substance abuse report, which is required by the state.

Veterans help students connect to U.S. military history

BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer — 11/05/2009

As long as people remember, the American government can never forget. There are more 88,000 U.S. military service personnel who are considered missing in action. A local veterans group wants the families and friends of those who never returned home from service to know that they are not alone waiting for information about their loved ones.

Scary story time

11/05/2009

Clockwise from top: Seventhgraders attend the scary story contest held Oct. 30 at Millstone Township Middle School. Seventhgrader Jake Hora reads his work to classmates. Seventh-graders Ella Ahern (l) and Abby Stroud tell their spooky tale.

AHS head rush

11/05/2009

Top photo: Allentown High School's Joseph Pannizzo (l) takes charge of the ball during the varsity soccer game against Hopewell Valley Central High School on Oct. 13. Bottom photo: Allentown's Anthony Derisi (l) tries to get ahead of a Hopewell Valley opponent. During the home game, Allentown had six shots on goal and goalie Connor Darrel had 13 saves. However, Hopewell Valley won the game, 4-0.