Custodians have shown they care for Marlboro school children
     As a former Marlboro coun-cilwoman, consumer affairs director, and most important a grandmother of three attending grammar school, I feel I must voice my concern. It has been said that due to budget cuts, we are going to privatize the custodial services in our school district (outsourcing) and bring
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Resident fears negative impact from proposed hotel
     In regard to the proposed hotel issue on the corner of Route 9 and Northwoods Place in Howell: A three- to four-story hotel with an entrance from Northwoods Place in a neighborhood has been proposed. The most intrusive part of the plan is the fact that the entrance to the site directly connects to o
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Police showed true professionalism during May 1 rally
     By way of this letter, I wish to publicly acknowledge the professionalism and integrity of the Freehold Borough Police Department in regard to their handling of the events of May 1. On that day, between 250 and 300 people gathered and rallied in downtown Freehold in support of just and comprehensiv
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Support for Scouts' car wash fundraiser is appreciated
     On April 29, Cub Scout Pack 454, consisting of boys with special needs, held a car wash to raise funds in support of their various Scouting functions. They were assisted by their parents and older Scouts. It was the best fundraiser they have had since they began this type of activity. We wish to tha
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Resident wants board to pursue private custodial deal
     As a concerned mother and member of the community, it was with great relief that I read the May 17 article about the Marlboro K-8 School District's potential privatization of custodial services. This action is long overdue.
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Freehold's mayor is commended for telling it like it is
     Regarding his statement on May 1, Freehold Borough Mayor Michael Wilson is to be commended for his concise and accurate summary analysis of the illegal alien problem plaguing our local communities and our nation in general. The citizens of Freehold Borough are most fortunate to have a mayor of his c
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