Manchester, NJ

PDF of print edition Freeholders Tout Ocean Ride System, Hope For Big 2007       TOMS RIVER - The Ocean Ride transportation system enjoyed a banner year in 2006 with ridership up on virtually all routes. "Ocean County is the second largest county in land size in the state," Freeholder Gerry P. Little said. "Each year, more and more residents depend on our Ocean Ride transport... More ... Jackson Awaits Decision On 965 Home Project By Keith Hagarty       JACKSON - Come Monday evening, the first step might have been taken towards transforming the Cassville section of Jackson, located off Route 571. "This is a really beautiful area, very peaceful and quiet," said resident Jaclyn Mondale. More ... For Area Historian, Washington And Lincoln's Stories Have Personal Significance By Jo Ann La Russo       OCEAN COUNTY - Decades ago, when Pauline S. Miller, of Toms River, stood at the entrance to the great banquet hall in Sulgrave Manor, George Washington's ancestral home in England, she says she knew where the design for 'old glory' was born. "Inside the enormous dining room were five huge stained... More ... Ocean County Spending Is Up In 2007, But Tax Rate Is Down       OCEAN COUNTY - Ocean County's proposed 2007 budget comes with a decrease in the county's property tax rate and maintains essential county services and programs. "We have sound fiscal policies in place that have allowed us to maintain a strong financial posi- tion," said Freeholder Director John P... More ... Driving On Icy Roads Means Taking Special Precautions       OCEAN COUNTY - Jack Frost was a bit late arriving this winter, but icy roads are with us and for drivers that means only one thing - slow down. "We were a little spoiled by so much mild weather earlier this winter, but the recent cold snaps have led to slick and icy roads, especially overnight a... More ... CELEBRATING 95 YEARS OF SCOUTING       TOMS RIVER - Scouts from the Lenape District recently attended a meeting of the Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders to celebrate the anniversary of Scouting. Freeholder Director John P. More ... County Officials Urge Security Review Of Oyster Creek       TOMS RIVER - Continuing to cite the need to consider security in the license renewal review process at Oyster Creek, Ocean County Freeholder Director John P. Kelly said he is pleased that a federal court appears to have validated that position. "By not hearing an appeal by a California utility co... More ...