Jackson, NJ

PDF of print edition FOOD PANTRY REOPENS WITH STOCKED SHELVES Community, Volunteers Credited With Getting Program Back On Its Feet By Keith Hagarty       After a fire wiped out its headquarters and entire inventory, the Jackson Food Pantry is once again open to the public, with over 8,000 pounds of food and goods fully stocked for residents in need. More ... After 22 Years Of Service, Zoning Officer Says Goodbye By Keith Hagarty       Richard Megill has seen the once quiet, rural town of Jackson grow into one of the most sought after communities to live in throughout the state. After serving over a decade as the township zoning officer, Megill recently announced his retirement, saying it was simply just time to move on. More ... Fighting Breast Cancer Will Be A Walk In The Park By Keith Hagarty       A venue most famously known for thrills and chills has added compassion to their list of attractions. The idea? Raise funds to find a cure for breast cancer. Six Flags Great Adventure will be hosting this year's 14th Annual Komen NJ Race for the Cure on October 14, with festivities beginning at... More ... Jersey Shore Exhibit To Be Displayed At County Library       MONMOUTH COUNTY - When historians consider the Jersey Shore in Monmouth County, they tend to think first about the 1870s and 1880s. That's when the Jersey Shore, along with Newport and Saratoga, became one of the most popular vacation destinations on the Eastern seaboard, due in part to the hoop... More ... USSBA Showcase of Champions      --Photo By Keith Hagarty Drumming up memories of old blue eyes and the rat pack, the Jackson Memorial High School's Jaguar Marching Band rehearse some classic tunes by Frank Sinatra as they prepare to host the upcoming USSBA Showcase of Champions on October 6, featuring 21 bands from across the tri-... More ... County Begins Light Bulb Recycling Program Route 528 Upgrades Also Planned By Bill McLaughlin       The Ocean County recycling program began a fluorescent light bulb collection program at the Lakewood and Stafford recycling centers last week. The northern recycling center is located at 601 New Hampshire Avenue in Lakewood. The southern center is at 225 Recovery Road in Manahawkin. More ... Hearing Scheduled For Senior Services Area Plan Update       OCEAN COUNTY - The Ocean County Office of Senior Services will host a public hearing on its 2008 Area Plan Contract Update at 1 p.m. on October 2. The hearing will be held in Room 119 of the Ocean County Administration Building, 101 Hooper Ave. More ...