Italian American Assoc. to host festival in June
      The Italian American Association (IAA) of Monmouth County will host its second annual Italian American Festival June 26, 27, 28 and 29 at Freehold Racetrack, Route 9 north, Freehold Township. Admission and parking are free.
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'Autism and Faith' resource guide available
      The Elizabeth M. Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities in the Department of Pediatrics at UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, has announced a new guide, "Autism and Faith: A Journey Into Community," is now available.
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Police will have extra space after renovations
BY KATHY BARATTA Staff Writer
      MANALAPAN - The Manalapan Police Department and the Manalapan Recreation Department are in for some renovations and changes that will be paid for with money that was originally appropriated in 2002 for the possible construction of a separate police building.
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Bowling party benefit for MCSPCA animals
      A bowling party to benefit the homeless animals housed at the Monmouth County SPCA, Eatontown, will be held June 5 from 2-5 p.m. at Strathmore Bowling Alley, Route 34, Matawan. The event, sponsored by Better Homes Realty, New Homes Division, will feature gift baskets, a 50/50 raffle and a jewelry...
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New rental property board will handle Freehold issues
BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer
      FREEHOLD - Residents who live in Freehold Borough's 1,900 rental units have a new board looking out for their rights. With the adoption of an ordinance at the May 19 meeting of the Borough Council, officials established a Rental Property Review Board (RPRB).
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St. Veronica's Fair slated for run at end of June
      HOWELL - The 29th annual St. Veronica's Fair will be held from 6-10 p.m. June 25-26 and from 6-11 p.m. June 27-28 on the church grounds, 4215 Route 9 north, Howell. There will be rides, games, entertainment and food for all ages.
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Old Towne Colts Neck will take place June 7
      The Colts Neck BusinessAssociation is planning Old Towne Colts Neck. The day will highlight the business community to thousands of people who will attend and will also benefit multiple children's charities. The event, which will be held 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.
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Summer flea market slated for Allaire Park
      Allaire Village Incorporated will host a Summer Flea Market fundraiser 8 a.m.-3 p.m. June 14 at the show field of Allaire State Park, 4265 Atlantic Ave./Route 524, Wall Township. A fee of $5 per car will be charged to get into the state park, but admission to the flea market is free. More than 100...
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180's Father's Day cards now available to public
      The men's task force of 180 Turning Lives Around, Hazlet, is selling greeting cards as a way to recognize dads on Father's Day and to raise funds for combating domestic violence and sexual abuse. Graphic artists were invited to design the $5 cards. Designers including Judi Mumford-Guerry, Cynthia...
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Transplant Support Group to meet June 10
      Central Jersey Transplant Support Group for individuals who have had a transplants or are waiting for one will meet 7 p.m. June 10 at Riverview Medical Center, 1 Riverview Plaza, Red Bank. The group meets the second Tuesday of the month. For more information, call Virginia at 732-0459-1271.
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      • The Manalapan Phoenix Under-13 boys travel soccer team will hold tryouts on Field C at the Manalapan Recreation Center, Route 522, Manalapan, at 6:30 p.m. June 4. Eligible players must be born betweenAugust 1995 and July 1996.Rain date is 6:30 p.m. June 10. Details: Steve Gold, 732-462-37...
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Kickathon aims to end childhood hunger
      Taekwondo of Morganville will host a kickathon at noon June 14. Proceeds will go to the National Campaign that mobilizes Americans to end childhood hunger in America. Parents, friends and family members will be participating with the students by counting how many kicks they are able to throw in 30...
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