Rootstock Rocks Jackson »
In the 60’s, there was Woodstock and in the time since, there has been a “stock” for just about every genre of music, but Rootstock, a local music festival and charity event to benefit Children’s Specialized Hospitals stayed true to its roots as a class rock ‘n’ roll extravaganza…mostly.
Like any other grassroots rock and roll [...]
Jackson Township celebrates Memorial Day »
A sparse crowd lined Don Connor Blvd and West Veteran’s Highway as Jackson residents came out to celebrate Memorial Day at the annual Jackson Township Memorial Day Parade. The parade route started at Jackson Memorial High School and ran through to the Justice Complex. Veterans groups, boy and girl scouts were joined by the local [...]
Jackson Township seeks volunteers for community advisory boards and committees »
In April 2009, Mayor Michael Reina asked any residents who might be interested in serving on a local advisory board or committee to call his office stating their interest. This simple request to open up the government and make it more transparent and to utilize the talent of its residents was very successful. Today, the [...]
Jackson Township Council to approve and certify school tax levy Wednesday »
Jackson, NJ – After voters in Jackson voted down the 8th school budget in 9 years, the township council will once again be responsible for setting the tax levy amount for the school district. In those 9 years, $10,000,000 has been shaved off the school budget and has been responsible for cut programs for children [...]
Westlake to Kafton “Sit down. Shut Up” »
Jackson, NJ – When the topic of saving township residents from costly legal battles was brought up by a Westlake resident at last week’s Mayoral debate in Jackson Township, the residents of the retirement community told current council president and candidate Mike Kafton to “Sit down” and “Shut up”. The incident occured after opponents to [...]
Toms River Regional Schools looking for new insurance vendor after Ritacco raid »
Toms River, NJ – The Toms River Regional School District today posted a solicitation for bids on their website today, apparently to replace their contract with the troubled Federal Hill Risk Management company which seems to be the focus once again on an FBI investigation. The investigation involved the FBI’s seizure of an automobile belonging [...]
Play Ball! Jackson’s girls of summer take the field »
Jackson, NJ – After a year long battle with the township council, the children and parents of the Girls Recreational Softball League took the field Saturday in the first annual opening day ceremony at the Bartley Softball Complex. The project which seemed in limbo after constant political disagreements within the township council over restroom facilities [...]
New Jersey School Board Association supports teacher raise freeze »
March 24, 2010 — Local boards of education and teachers associations should heed Governor Christie’s call, issued yesterday, to reopen contract negotiations, according to the New Jersey School Boards Association, a non-partisan federation of the state’s local boards of education. The strategy could save significant money, offset the negative impact of state school funding cuts, [...]
Jackson high school bands march in 249th New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade »
The combined bands of Jackson Memorial and Jackson Liberty high schools marched today in the 249th St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Manhattan. The band was directed by Bud McCormick and Scott Katona, and Assistant Band Directors Jessie Katona and Mike Carattini, and led by Drum Majors Elise Alchevsky, James Bannister, Jessica Gouker, Ben Learish and [...]
Jackson High School bands showcased on national television »
The Jackson Liberty and Jackson Memorial High School bands performed at the 2010 New York City St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Wednesday, March 17th.
St. Monica’s Knights of Columbus hosts breakfast with the Easter Bunny »
Jackson, NJ – Guests Saturday morning were treated to a free breakfast with the Easter Bunny courtesy of the Jackson based St. Monica’s Knights of Columbus. The even was held at the Church of St. Monica on West Veterans Highway. Children were given goody bags filled with treats and Easter themed coloring books and toys. [...]
Jackson Township Council approves recreational upgrades at Bartley field »
Jackson, NJ – After two hours of contemptous debate by members of the Jackson Township Council,the council voted overwhelmingly in favor of much needed sanitary amenities at Bartley field by a vote of 4-1. One lone dissenting vote was cast by Councilman Ken Bressi who contested that the price of the facility, $261,000 was too [...]
News 12 NJ in attendance at Jackson Township Council Meeting »
Jackson, NJ – News 12 New Jersey field reporter Marci Rubin and her crew were on hand Tuesday night at the Jackson Township council meeting to cover a controversial debate brewing at town hall over the replacement of a port-a-potty with a suitable and sanitary ADA compliant facility. Rubin interviewed local residents and children for [...]
Mayor Reina announces Property Tax Reimbursement seminar »
Mayor Michael Reina is pleased to announce the “Property Tax Reimbursement” Senior Freeze Seminar. This tax reimbursement program is designed to freeze the burden of increasing real estate taxes for qualified applicants. This is done by establishing a base year of eligibility and comparing that “base” with any subsequent year, the difference to be refunded [...]
Jackson Township announces Emergency Notification System »
Jackson, NJ – Today, ahead of Jackson Township’s 5th major winter storm, Mayor Mike Reina announced announced that the Township has entered into an agreement with Global Connect to provide our residents with an Emergency Notification System.
This system will be utilized for all Municipal emergencies including but not limited to Police, Emergency Management, Fire, and [...]
Teen Advisory Board to meet Feb 4. at Jackson Library »
Jackson, NJ – Grades 7 – 12. Join in on this fun community service opportunity. Help plan library programs for teens. New members are welcome. Earn a free TAB T-shirt too! Refreshments provided.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting
Jackson Branch
Thursday, Feb. 4, 7:00 p.m.
Ocean County cuts $10m from budget while retaining core services »
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Board of Chosen Freeholders today unveiled the 2010 county budget – a spending package that is down by almost $10 million and provides the funding to continue core services for more than 560,000 residents.
“This spending measure takes into consideration our economic times and comes with some very deep cuts [...]
Jackson Township School referendum defeated by voters »
For Immediate Release
Jackson, NJ - Nearly 5,000 residents came out to vote on today’s school budget referendum and handed the Jackson School District a bitter defeat despite months of marketing of the proposals by the school board and administration officials.
Voters chose to turn down all four referendum items today as each was easily defeated in [...]
1 person air lifted to hospital after vehicle overturns on South Hope Chapel Road »
Jackson, NJ – Around 4:30 pm Monday evening, Jackson Township emergency crews responded to an overturned vehicle on South Hope Chapel Road south of Freemont Avenue near the Ocean County Animal Shelter. One person was extricated from the vehicle and rushed to a open open field adjacent to the Jackson Am Vets Post No. 2 [...]
Jackson Schools referendum under attack on morning talk show »
Jackson, NJ – The topic of discussion on the radios of many New Jerseyians on their way to work this morning was the Jackson Township Schools Referendum, set to be put to vote tomorrow.
On this morning’s New Jersey 101.5 Jim Gearheart show, New Jersey residents “chimed” in on the popular New Jersey morning commute program [...]
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Rootstock Rocks Jackson
Holbrook senior league all stars win district and sectional titles
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Jackson Township emergency services demonstrate the dangers of drinking on Prom Night
