Resident hopes Marlboro’s new mayor will appoint good people      Since the election here in Marlboro is over, I have observed hopefully the end to politics as usual. On the Wednesday after the election, I first observed sullen faces in the zoning board meeting asking the board clerk, "So when is my term up? More ... Salvation Army asks for help during holidays      At this time of year, most people focus their thoughts on the upcoming holiday season. Stores are stocked with winter merchandise, decorated trees are on display, and lists are made so no one is forgotten. More ... Loyalty from Covered Bridge not repaid by politicians      This is in response to the News Transcript editorial of Nov. 12, "Where the Real Power Lies." Title initially true, but the truth is stranger than fiction. More ... Marlboro’s master plan review left a lot to be desired      In August, Marlboro’s Planning Board received Maser Consulting’s review of the township’s master plan. The public had an opportunity to comment at the board’s Nov. 5 meeting. More ... Make governor aware of opposition to N.J. bear hunt      This letter is in response to the (editorial cartoon) that appeared in (the Nov. 25) News Transcript. As cute as the comic was — the black bear saying how bad he’s got it this year — there are many of us who are upset with the black bear hunt that is supposed to happen in December. More ... Manalapan mayor responds to comments from resident      I do not make it a habit to answer political letters to the editor, but obviously if someone tries to attack my service to the community I feel the need for a response. More ... Seniors’ political savvy leads to their voting decisions      I have read with interest your editorial concerning the recent elections in Manalapan. Needless to say, the editorial was extremely critical of the voting patterns of Covered Bridge I and Covered Bridge II, suggesting their joint attitude is reflected in the phrase, "What have you done for us l... More ... Resident wonders how govt. allowed muster zone      The local "hiring hall" for illegal immigrants on Throckmorton Street in Freehold will cease operation at the end of the year. The situation leaves me with many problematic questions. More ...