Jackson, NJ

PDF of print edition Mayor Introduces Petition Calling For State School Tax Reform By Keith Hagarty       School funding in New Jersey is broken and needs to be fixed, Mayor Mark Seda announced on Tuesday, taking up a call that tax reform advocates have been sounding – to no avail – for years. With the Govenror rumbling about possible tax reform, Seda is hoping a few more voices can make a difference. More ... A PROFILE IN HISTORY: WHITESVILLE VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY, NO. 1 By Keith Hagarty       When the German zeppelin Hindenburg crashed and burned on the airfield of the Lakehurst Naval Air Station in Manchester, the Whitesville Volunteer Fire Company, No. 1 was one of the first fire departments in Ocean County to jump into action. More ... Board Of Education And Council Continue Talks On Sharing Services By Keith Hagarty       In an effort to streamline collective functions in a more efficient, cost-saving manner for Jackson, representatives from both the township council and board of education continued discussions on sharing services. After their initial meeting in October was deemed a success, Councilwoman Emily Ingr... More ... Battle Of The Bands Coming To Jackson By Keith Hagarty       If you think your band has what it takes, the Jackson Educational Foundation (JEF) wants you to tune your guitar, crank up your amps and sign up for the Battle of the Bands competition. The competition will be held on Saturday, February 10 from 7 to 11 p.m. at the Jackson Memorial High School Fine... More ...