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Feds investigating Red Bank charter school over discrimination complaint

RED BANK — A New Jersey charter school that has divided a community over the issues of school funding and segregation is now under federal investigation as a result of a civil rights complaint, one of several filed against local charter schools. The U.S. Department of Education last month began a probe of the Red Bank… Read the rest of this entry »

Posted: February 16th, 2017 | Author: | Filed under: Monmouth County News, Red Bank | Tags: , , | 1 Comment »

N.J. bail reform opponents lose first challenge to overhaul enacted by Christie

TRENTON — Opponents of the sweeping changes to New Jersey’s bail system that took effect this year suffered a defeat Wednesday when an oversight body threw out their case. The state Council on Local Mandates, an obscure panel with the power to strike down laws if it determines they don’t meet the New Jersey constitution’s “state… Read the rest of this entry »

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Bill to expand seasonal liquor licenses heads to Christie’s desk

TRENTON — A bill that has sparked ire among local bar owners at the Jersey Shore cleared its last legislative hurdle Monday and is now headed to Gov. Chris Christie’s desk. The bill (S2606), which will allow the holders of the nine coveted seasonal liquor licenses to open in time for the St. Patrick’s Day parade,… Read the rest of this entry »

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Will Christie’s bail reform be killed by small but powerful N.J. council?

TRENTON — A small but powerful state oversight body is slated to hear arguments Wednesday in a fight over whether New Jersey’s massive bail system overhaul is unconstitutional. The Council on Local Mandates, which has the power to strike down laws if it determines they don’t meet the New Jersey constitution’s “state mandate, state pay” requirement,… Read the rest of this entry »

Posted: February 15th, 2017 | Author: | Filed under: New Jersey | Tags: , , , , , | Comments Off on Will Christie’s bail reform be killed by small but powerful N.J. council?

Greg’s List: Things to do in Monmouth County this weekend, February 17-19, 2017

By Greg Kelly

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Friday, February 17:

  • Seussical at Spring Lake TheatreMORE INFO
  • “The Dinner Party” by Neil Simon at Center Playhouse (Freehold)MORE INFO
  • “Drones by Karina Aguilera Skvirsky” Photo Exhibit at Monmouth U. (WLB)MORE INFO
  • AARP Tax-Aide Program (Wall Twp.) – MORE INFO
  • NJ Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial Tours (Holmdel) – MORE INFO
  • President’s Day Weekend Sale at Jersey Shore Premium Outlets (Tinton Falls) – MORE INFO
  • Radio Technology Museum Open at InfoAge (Wall Twp.) – MORE INFO
  • Live Harness Racing (Freehold) – MORE INFO
  • Atlantic Cinemas Movie Night (Atlantic Highlands) – MORE INFO

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Posted: February 15th, 2017 | Author: | Filed under: Greg Kelly, Greg's List, Monmouth County News, Things to do in Monmouth County | Tags: , , , , | Comments Off on Greg’s List: Things to do in Monmouth County this weekend, February 17-19, 2017

The breast news of the day

Playboy has reversed its 2015 decision to drop nudes from the magazine, its chief content officer Cooper Hefner, son of Hugh, announced Monday. “I’ll be the first to admit that the way in which the magazine portrayed nudity was dated, but removing it entirely was a mistake,” Hefner tweeted. “Nudity was never the problem because nudity… Read the rest of this entry »

Posted: February 13th, 2017 | Author: | Filed under: New Jersey | Tags: , , | Comments Off on The breast news of the day

The Arnone Report: Celebrating the generosity of Monmouth County residents

Monmouth County Freeholder Tom Arnone

By Freeholder Tom Arnone

If I’ve said it once, I’ve said it a million times, Monmouth County is a great place to live and work. I’ve had the opportunity in the last couple of weeks to see firsthand just how generous and compassionate our residents truly are and I could not be more proud to call this County my home.

One benefit I recently attended helped raise funds for the victims of devastating earthquakes in Italy, specifically in the town of Amatrice. Through the coordination of local residents, this benefit was a great way for our area to pay it forward to those in need. As we witnessed in the days, months and even years since Superstorm Sandy, the generosity of others – especially strangers from all parts of the world – can go a long way to bringing back a sense of normalcy.

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Posted: February 13th, 2017 | Author: | Filed under: Monmouth County News, Tom Arnone | Tags: , , | Comments Off on The Arnone Report: Celebrating the generosity of Monmouth County residents

Christie acts to clear names of N.J. defendants found not guilty of crimes

TRENTON — Gov. Chris Christie on Friday signed a new law requiring prosecutors in New Jersey to take down or update public statements about people who have been acquitted of crimes. The bill’s sponsors hailed its passage as a way to clean up the online reputations of those found not guilty, but the measure also raises… Read the rest of this entry »

Posted: February 13th, 2017 | Author: | Filed under: Chris Christie, New Jersey | Tags: , , | Comments Off on Christie acts to clear names of N.J. defendants found not guilty of crimes

Greg’s List: Things to do in Monmouth County this weekend, February 10-12, 2017

By Greg Kelly

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Friday, February 10:

  • Steel Magnolias by South Street Players (Spring Lake) – MORE INFO
  • “The Dinner Party” by Neil Simon at Center Playhouse (Freehold)MORE INFO
  • The Jag by NJ Repertory Company (Long Branch)MORE INFO
  • Hurricane Diane at Two River Theater (Red Bank) MORE INFO
  • “Runaways” Musical at Axelrod PAC (Deal) – MORE INFO
  • “Drones by Karina Aguilera Skvirsky” Photo Exhibit at Monmouth U. (WLB)MORE INFO
  • “Ice at the Pier” (Long Branch) MORE INFO

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Posted: February 10th, 2017 | Author: | Filed under: Greg Kelly, Greg's List, Monmouth County News, Things to do in Monmouth County | Tags: , | Comments Off on Greg’s List: Things to do in Monmouth County this weekend, February 10-12, 2017

$1M Powerball ticket was sold at Oakhurst convenience store

The $1 million Powerball ticket sold in New Jersey for Saturday’s Powerball drawing was purchased at Monmouth County convenience store. The lucky winner bought his or her ticket at American Way Food Store on Route 35 north in the Oakhurst section of Ocean Township, state lottery officials said Monday morning. The ticket matched five numbers but… Read the rest of this entry »

Posted: February 6th, 2017 | Author: | Filed under: Monmouth County News | Tags: , , , | Comments Off on $1M Powerball ticket was sold at Oakhurst convenience store