Jackson, NJ

PDF of print edition SINGER TAKES JACKSON ON JOURNEY THROUGH "GREAT JEWISH AMERICAN SONGBOOKS" By Lauren Puglisi       Maggie Worsdale has performed cabaret shows in theatres across the world since 1989, but last Wednesday, residents of Jackson were given the privilege to see her live when she visited the Jackson Library. More ... Time Is Now To Start Thinking About Your Income Taxes By Lauren Puglisi       Need answers to your tax questions? Last week, the Jackson Library was the place to be. Last Friday was National Tax Advice Day. In recognition, representatives from H&R Block visited the Jackson Library to give advice and answer tax-related questions from members of the public. More ... Women Learn Hands-On How To Escape An Attacker By Lauren Puglisi       As a part of the township's S.A.F.E Night program, the Jackson Township Police Department presented a second follow-up women's self defense seminar. Jackson's S.A.F.E program has been created to bring safety awareness to people of all ages throughout the community. More ... AIR FORCE GIVES COUNTY OVER $300,000 FOR PINELANDS WILDFIRE By Keith Hagarty       In the aftermath of last year's wildfire, which swept through the Pinelands, forcing thousands of area residents to evacuate their homes and places of business, the United States Air Force announced a reimbursement plan this week to cover expenses incurred by Ocean County's towns, departments an... More ... $5.2 Million In Senior Programs On Freeholder's Agenda By Bill McLaughlin       The Ocean County government will review 36 contracts totaling $5.2 million for senior service programs at the board of chosen freeholders' January 16 public meeting. The programs range from outreach service for homebound residents to health screenings. About half of the county's residents qualify... More ... Commission Leaning Towards Oyster Creek Renewal By Bill McLaughlin       The process of deciding whether or not to extend the life of AmerGen's Oyster Creek Generating Station for 20 more years moved a step closer last week. The Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) deemed the reactor lining, which anti-nuclear critics claim is crumbling, will last for the life of the p... More ...