Envisioning a happier Father's Day for all
      When I think about Father's Day, I remember what my father meant to me when I was growing up. I recall the times when dad, who worked at Fort Monmouth, took my sister and me on adventures along the hills of the Navesink River. We had the fun of exploring what was, for us, uncharted terrain, which ...
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Set up prevention strategies during prom, graduation season
      Well, it is that time of year again … spring is in the air and we are all counting down the days till summer break. For many parents, this is also the time of year when our children are planning proms and graduation parties. Prevention First wants to remind you to make this a safe and sober...
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Approval of hunt is new low for Board of Recreation
      The Monmouth County Park System and Board of Recreation Commissioners are once again disregarding public opinion on the deer hunt in our county parks. Most Monmouth County residents oppose allowing hunting in our county parks.
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Byrnes should join efforts to stop new flood maps
      As a registered Democrat, I must voice my displeasure with the tactics of my own party in Middletown. I have sat and watched the circus created by Committeeman Patrick Short for almost two years. Sadly, it appears that Committeeman Sean Byrnes has decided to join the show.
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Elect candidates that will work for the people
      Well, the good news fromWashington continues to roll out for working men and women in the United States. First, the cost of living has continued to skyrocket as gasoline prices soar to records that were virtually unimaginable just a few years ago.
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