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Thorne Middle School = Cpl. Horace M. “Bud” Thorne

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Muriel J. Smith
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Corporal Horace M. "Bud" Thorne

When the Thorne Middle School played host to  Wreaths Across America Wednesday as  one of only four stops in New Jersey enroute to Arlington National Cemetery with  tens of thousands of wreaths for military graves, it paid special honor to the school’s own hero. Cpl. Horace M. “Bud” Thorne, killed during World War II in Belgium and the recipient of the military’s highest honor, the  Congressional Medal of Honor.

Thorne, a native of North Middletown, was one of nine children and attended the Port Monmouth and Leonardo High schools before enlisting in the Army in March, 1941. He married his friend’s sister, Leah Pinson in Mach, 1944, and served in the European theater beginning in August, 1944.

The soldier was advanced to the rank of Corporal serving with the 89th Cavalry Regiment  with the 9th armored division and was serving in Belgium in December, 1944, along with his brother-in-law, Lindel Pinson.    His Medal of Honor tells the story of his heroism and death four days before Christmas. Pinson has told how he witnessed his brother-in-law’s heroism and how Thorne refused to come down from his position for his own safety

Thorne was buried in the Belgian forest. He was later exhumed and he now rests at Fair View Cemetery in Middletown.

His Medal of Honor, which is on display at the School’s memorial to him, reads:

Medal of Honor Citation

He was the leader of a combat patrol on 21 December 1944 near Grufflingen, Belgium, with the mission of driving German forces from dug-in positions in a heavily wooded area.

As he advanced his light machine gun, a German Mark III tank emerged from the enemy position and was quickly immobilized by fire from American light tanks supporting the patrol. Two of the enemy tank men attempted to abandon their vehicle but were killed by Cpl. Thorne’s shots before they could jump to the ground. To complete the destruction of the tank and its crew, Cpl. Thorne left his covered position and crept forward alone through intense machine gun fire until close enough to toss 2 grenades into the tank’s open turret, killing 2 more Germans.

He returned across the same fire-beaten zone as heavy mortar fire began falling in the area, seized his machine gun and, without help, dragged it to the knocked-out tank and set it up on the vehicle’s rear deck. He fired short rapid bursts into the enemy positions from his advantageous but exposed location, killing or wounding 8.

Two enemy machine gun crews abandoned their positions and retreated in confusion. His gun jammed; but rather than leave his self-chosen post he attempted to clear the stoppage; enemy small-arms fire, concentrated on the tank, killed him instantly.

Cpl. Thorne, displaying heroic initiative and intrepid fighting qualities, inflicted costly casualties on the enemy and insured the success of his patrol’s mission by the sacrifice of his life.

 

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Pearl Harbor Day – Crowley – Still Has it Wrong

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Muriel J. Smith
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national pearl harbor remembrance day
Photo by: Raymond De Bui 

In spite of Congress using words like ‘Honor” Reflect” Proclaim”  Commemorate” Dec. 7 as National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, Councilman Jon Crowley still continued to tell residents at Wednesday’s council meeting that Atlantic Highlands did “the right thing” by not lowering the American flag to half staff for the entire day.

The Law 

Whether it was because  of an oversight, an honest mistake, an over busy staff or sheer neglect or lack of knowledge will never be known. But flags on municipal buildings in Atlantic Highlands were still at full staff late morning of Dec. 7. The US Congress and the President had proclaimed the day in remembrance of the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii the previous day, and had urged flags to be flown at half staff, a proclamation which has been issued by every Congress and President since it was enacted into Public Law 103-308 in 1994.

Sometime after it was brought to their attention the morning of Dec. 7, be it coincidence or earlier planning, the American flag at Borough Hall and other locations within the borough other than the Elementary School were lowered to half staff for the rest of the day.  The flag at the front of the Elementary School was never lowered to half staff on Pearl Harbor Day.

 Crowley Comments

Councilman Crowley at that time, in response to this reporter’s comment in VeniVidiScripto.com commending the borough for correcting the issue, explained it was more a planned late lowering of the flag, in acknowledgement of the specific time when, 12.55 EST when the attack was launched in Hawaii, rather than the Congressional law.

When the matter came up once again at the council meeting, Crowley again  took offense at any criticism of the borough by this borough resident, and corrected me saying I was incorrect in saying the flag was not flown properly. “It was not an oversight,” he explained, and the borough should  not be reprimanded for the actions it took.  Instead, he asked “do you want me to tell you how many towns in western Pennsylvania had flags lowered that day?”    (In spite my saying I did not want to know, since I doesn’t live in those towns, Crowley said none had the flag lowered.”)

Pennsylvania for God’s Sake?

Comparing Atlantic Highlands to towns in western Pennsylvania or anywhere else when confronted with a criticism that this borough failed to follow PL103-308, is beneath this councilman’s general attitude of pride in and dedication to, Atlantic Highlands, and was rather surprising to hear on the record at a public meeting.

In the end of the brief discussion, Crowley suggested I criticize other towns, “but it is not deserved here. We did the right thing.” He added, however, that future Councils may look to commemorate the day in a different manner.

Veterans Affairs Committee 

Borough Attorney Jason Sena was correct, however, in another inquiry this reporter made during the meeting when asking for the urgency of an ordinance passed three months ago but never enacted. That ordinance, which establishes a Veterans Affairs Committee, does not take effect until Jan. 1, 2023 as stipulated in the ordinance. However, no one could explain the urgency of this governing body enacting an ordinance last October and taking no action during the remainder of the term of this governing body. Mayor Loretta Gluckstein said appointments would be made to the new committee at the January meeting by the mayor with the consent  of council.

Baseball is in My DNA

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Muriel J. Smith
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Baseball is in my DNA, Freehold, Cashion
FREEHOLD –

With praise and congratulations of Borough historian and author  Kevin Coyne, former resident and relative of Bruce Springsteen and former Mayor and baseball player Roger Kane, Glenn Cashion has released his first book, BASEBALL IS IN MY DNA, A TRUE STORY ABOUT THE HISTORY OF Baseball IN FREEHOLD. “

Cashion

Cashion, a Freehold native and a member of the Monmouth County Historical Commission, has researched the history of the sport and the importance it has played in local and sports history, and at the same time intertwined the story of his own family, the Cashions, who have deep roots in the borough.

The author shares insights into both the sport and his family in chapters including Mr. Baseball of Freehold, his brother David “Dem “Cashion. He also includes numerous photographs, newspaper articles and recollections from players telling the stories of what has been known for more than a century as the baseball stronghold of the Garden State.

The history of baseball also includes team rosters, tryout stories, tales about some of the eccentric ball players and how the rules of the sport have changed over the decades.

Glory Days 

In promoting the book, Springsteen, who grew up in Freehold and is related to Cashion, noted the book “mirrors the history of this country and this book provides a rich journey through those old glory days. Springsteen said the book, which traces Freehold baseball from 1857 through 1973,  “brings back fond memories of my ball playing days, even when I was called out on strikes by Dem.”  Coyne, author of  “Marching Home: To War and Back with the Men of one American Town, and  an adjunct professor at Columbia School of Journalism, said Cashion’s book is “story of a love affair with America’s game  his own, his family’s, his town’s and his country’s. Baseball was everything and everywhere in Glenn’s hometown…”

 Research

A beacon in the  spectacular history of Freehold baseball. Glenn’s meticulous research and narrative offer insight  into what  Freehold’s baseball culture was like over the last 100 years,” pointed out Kane, who said that as  a member of the Freehold Townsmen himself, “I found the section on Dem’s fantastic baseball life to be captivating.”

The author has been employed for more than four decades in senior leadership positions both stateside and globally, with several telecommunications companies. He is an active member of Brown University’s alumni  association and the Marine Corps League, in addition to the County Historical Commission and several local historical organizations.

The book is available in paperback and available through Walmart or at gcashion@comcast.net

Norman the Christmas Dog

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Muriel J. Smith
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Norman the Christmas Dog, Colts Neck
COLTS NECK –

First introduced at a book reading at the Eastern Branch Library of the Monmouth County Library by County Commissioner Lillian G. Burry, Norman the Christmas Dog was once again on stage at the Montrose School at their annual Christmas celebration.

Norman the Christmas Dog

The book was one of several unique gifts offered at the historic one room schoolhouse annual Country Christmas event which also included the annual reading of “Twas the Night Before Christmas.”

Traditionally read by Commissioner Burry, who was unable to attend this year’s celebration, the Clement Moore tale was ready by Mary Pahira, Colts Neck Historical Preservation Committeewoman.

Written by Candice Faust, Norman the Christmas Dog is the story of a dog wanting to be rescued and having a happy holiday season. Burry introduced Faust and her first book at the Eastern Branch library earlier this year, then invited the author to read the book at the Montrose School Country Christmas event. Both the author and Norman were present for “pawagraphs and photos.”

Spicer

The book, which is illustrated by Morgan Spicer of Atlantic Highlands, was also available for sale at the Country Christmas event, along with Burry’s book on the Historic Sites of Colts Neck.  Sales of both books were donated to the Historical Preservation Committee.

China and Folio Art Glass

Also on sale at the annual event were China and Folio Art Glass commemorative plates, as well as ornaments and coasters of historical sites, historical maps and note cards.  The books and a limited number of other items are still available by contacting Pahira at the Colts Neck General Store or Colts Neck Realty, at 732-462-6888. Both businesses are  located on Route 537 near Route 34.

Attendees

More than 160 people attended the annual event, which also features the music of the Mike Wells Trio. Wells, of Union Beach, also captivates his audience and engages them in a singalong of holiday favorites.

Township Committeeman Frank Rizzuto, who serves as the governing body’s liaison to the Preservation Committee, was also on hand for the event.

Guests at the event enjoyed a variety of homemade cakes, candies and cookies, together with sandwiches, hot chocolate and mulled cider.

In a traditional and nostalgic piece of history, Preservation Committeeman Tom Sullivan donated a school bell to the historical committee, and the bell was rung to gather the children to a sit down by Santa for the traditional Clement Moore reading.

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Atlantic Highlands Council – Projects Left Undone

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Muriel J. Smith
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Atlantic Highlands Council - Projects Left Undone
ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS –

Ending the year on a cheery and congratulatory note though many projects are left undone, Mayor and Council will meet this evening at 7 for their last announced meeting of 2022 and the final meeting for an equally bi-partisan council for at least one year.

Mother Theresa School

In a list of government issues that have remain unsettled or unfinished this year, the governing body will withdraw its attempt to pass an ordinance establishing the Mother Theresa School area as a Redevelopment Zone. Approval would have paved the way for the construction of from nine to 13 houses and the demolition of the former parochial school and a historic house now the home of the St. Agnes Thrift Shop. The plan had to be submitted to the planning board for a consistency review and recommendations before final action could be taken. Absent that action from the planners, the ordinance is now dead. The decisions on the negotiation and sale of the church owned property and use of the land which started more than three years ago will now be left to yet another council for discussion or action.

Regionalization

Nor is there anything on the agenda concerning the question of regionalization of the school districts into a K-12 regional school district either with or without Sea Bright, another question which has been before this governing body throughout the year. Last week, Highlands Mayor Carolyn Broullon announced at the Highlands council meeting that the boroughs have agreed on a mediator to resolve the cost sharing issues among them and added “we’re just waiting on the school now” before any further action can be taken.
Republican Councilmen Brian Boms and Steven Boracchia will take their final actions as council members at tonight’s regular meeting, passing the torch to the two Democrats elected to the three year positions in the November election.

Murphy Alone

When the governing body reorganizes at noon on Jan. 1, 2023, Councilman James Murphy will remain the only Republican member of Council serving with GOP Mayor Loretta Gluckstein. Under this borough’s form of government, the mayor can only vote on matters in order to break a tie.

Residents & Employees

On cheerier notes, the governing body will laud several local residents for a variety of reasons, including commendations to both Any and Chuck Hull, former councilman Walter Curry on the occasion of his 80th birthday, and Employee of the Month Rudy Trivett, who keeps the municipal vehicles running in top shape.

Shade Tree Commission

Council is expected to pass an ordinance to raise the number of Shade Tree Commissioners from five to seven with two additional alternates for a total of no more than nine members on the Commission after a public hearing tonight.

Shared Service

It also anticipates approving the continuation of share services agreements, one with Highlands for emergency services transportation at $7500 per month, approved by Highlands last week, and one with Freehold Township for IT services for the borough and the police department.

Happy Birthday Former Atlantic Highlands Councilman Curry

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Muriel J. Smith
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Former Atlantic Highlands Councilman Curry Birthday

Former Atlantic Highlands Councilman and fire volunteer Walter Curry was honored by the fire department, the mayor and council and scores of friends at the fire house in celebration of his 80th birthday this week.

Happy Birthday

Mayor Loretta Gluckstein also presented the famed local resident with a proclamation  “urging all residents to  praise the extensive efforts of Mr. Curry and wish him a heartfelt happy birthday.”

Volunteerisim

The son of a former mayor and an outstanding leader in his own right for decades, Curry has served on the fire department for 60 years and was its chief in 1981, 1994 and 1995. Her served as an active member of the First Aid Squad for another 57 years and as a special police officer. He was first elected to council in 1975, serving in that capacity for five years, as well as serving as a harbor commissioner from 1987 through 2015.

Named as one of the most Outstanding Young Men of America in 1978, Curry was  a teacher in the Middletown school system  for 57 years and served as the faculty representatives t the NJEA. He has also served as a trustee in his church and is well known as superintendent of Bayview Cemetery where he is a member of the Board of Directors.

Proclamation

The proclamation read at Curry’s birthday celebration noted that few areas of community life have not been touched by Curry’s hands, as friends and family acknowledge with gratitude.

”  His dedication to public service and the warmth with which he exhibits it is an inspiration to all of us.”

The formal ceremonies, however, had to take second place to the stories shared by so many and the praise of those who know Walter in so many different capacities because of his volunteerism.

Stories

Take former Mayor Fred Rast’s own stories, for instance.

Though he served on council after Curry, Rast grew up with the former councilman, their back yards abutting when the Rast family lived on Washington Ave. and the Curry’s on E. Highland. Th two boys were only a few months apart, Curry the older,  and both remember the nights they camped together in the back yard, the family get togethers of both families whose parents taught each of their children the importance of giving back to the community, always pitching in, always doing their share.

The Rast and Curry families, as well as the Sheehans, go back for generations. Everett Curry was Fred Rast’s father’s shop teacher in Atlantic Highlands High school, before Everett went on to teach in the Middletown system. Numerous stories from firemen and municipal leaders and employees who have served for decades with Walter kept everyone laughing and recalling at this week’s happy event.

But Rast’s stories got into greater detail of the fun the boys had in their early teen and growing up years.

The story is familiar to most parents whose sons know where the liquor cabinet is in each of their homes and the thrill of sneaking something past their parents.

A Sip or Two

Rast remembers the nights the boys camped in the back yard, then, under the stars, crept into the Curry home to try a sip or two..or three..from one of the liquor bottles. So as not to be detected, they would replace what they drank with an equal amount of water. Like most boys, they continued growing up and moving on, always keeping in their backs of their minds the fun of sneaking something from their parents.

Curry’s father, Everett, was honored at a dinner in his later years, and the grown men realized their fathers were far smarter than they thought.

The senior Curry pointed out in his address at the event that he always thought that he could drink  more alcohol as he get older….until he realized it wasn’t so, it was simply that his son and Fred had watered down his house supply.

As for all their years of service to the community,  octogenarian Curry said at the event, “it’s how we grew up. It’s what everybody did.”

Walter Curry has done it well.  And continues to do so!

Dick and Pat Stryker

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Muriel J. Smith
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Atlantic highlands Dick and Pat Stryker
Still Celebrating

They’re still celebrating and they’re still in love but the family got together last month to celebrate the 70th wedding anniversary of Dick and Pat Stryker, the former Atlantic Highlands Mayor and retired pharmacist and his quiet, soft-spoken wife who hailed from Keansburg and won the heart of the Atlantic Highlands native.

Central Railroad of New Jersey

And for them, the Central Railroad of New Jersey holds some pretty special significance.

That’s how they met. It was on the train commuting to New York  while Dick was heading to St. John’s University School of Pharmacy and Pat was heading to her position as a secretary in a physician’s office in New York. Dick boarded the train in Atlantic Highlands, and Pat minutes later from her hometown of Keansburg.

At first, the couple just smiled at each other; a short time later, it was a smile followed by a couple of hellos. Then it was a formal date or two before it got down to serious courting for a year and a half.

The couple married on Thanksgiving Day, which was Nov. 27 in 1952.

Dick earned his degree, the couple were married at St. Ann’s Church, Pat’s parish in Keansburg, they honeymooned in Washington DC and settled in Atlantic Highlands with Dick working in an East Keansburg pharmacy.

By September 1953, with the United States involved in Korea, Dick enlisted in the Army and was in training in Virginia which he where he was stationed when their first daughter was born. The family moved to St. Louis to be close to Dick during his tour there and that’s where their first son was born.

A second daughter was born in 1956 and their youngest son, Richard, was born in 1965.

Bayshore Pharmacy

The young father purchased the Modern Pharmacy in Keansburg in 1957 and three years later, another pharmacy in Sea Bright.  It was in 1964 when Dick and his brother-in-law Joe McDonald opened Bayshore Pharmacy when the new Foodtown Shopping Mall was built and opened on Route 36 at First Avenue.

Throughout the decades, the couple participated in numerous activities and organizations within the borough, Dick becoming involved in politics and serving on numerous committees and commissions before being elected Mayor a position he held for seven years.

After retirement, the Stryker’s began retirement in Ocean Pines, Maryland, where she stayed several years, , enjoying the ocean, boating and travel as well as golf and  other activities.

But the call to home was too strong and the Stryker’s moved back here 12 years ago.

Anniversary

Both now 91 years old now, the Strikers celebrated the anniversary with daughters Kathy and her husband Mark, Sue and Terry, and sons and their spouses Jim and MaryAnn and Rich and Jill, together with grandchildren Mellissa and Eric, Jesse, Ryan and Lauren, Nick and Jessica, Gerald, Elizabeth, Christopher, BillyJoe and Jordan, Jack, Ethan, Grace, Ryley, Teague, Kolby, Gracie Kate, Mac, Adley and Baby Fletcher.   The celebration and visitation lasted for days.

As Christmas approaches, Pat is continuing to progress wonderfully from a fracture that was the result of a fall outside the couple’s apartment at 10 Ocean, and Dick can still be heard at Council meetings questioning activities and giving guidance on how things were done in an earlier era on the borough council.

Shore Casino Candy Lane Candy Cane Christmas Cocktail

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Muriel J. Smith
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Shore Casino Candy Lane Candy Cane Christmas Cocktail

With the holiday season and a variety of parties on tap, Shore Casino General Manager Jay Strebbs is coming up with new and unique ideas for the famed restaurant and facility at the Atlantic Highlands Yacht Harbor. Latest taste sensation is Jay’s Candy Lane Candy Cane Christmas Cocktail!!

A holiday spirited and festive looking drink!

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A Leprechaun, A Christmas Elf, Claddagh Rings, a Wonderful Woman, and Irreplaceable Memories

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Muriel J. Smith
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A Leprechaun, A Christmas Elf, Claddagh Rings

Not sure whether it was a leprechaun or a Christmas Elf, but for sure, one of them was at Ed and Georgette Newins’ house in Hazlet this week.  Years ago, when the couple were at Blarney Castle, Ed bought a pair of Claddagh rings for himself and Georgette.

Claddagh

Claddagh is the Gaelic word for Shore, a fitting gift for a couple who live in Hazlet. The two hands holding a crown are the Irish symbol of love and loyalty,  characteristics obvious in this couple who were married and remained fiercely in love for nearly 70 years.

Loss

So when Georgette lost her ring years later, she wasn’t wearing jewelry any more so just seeing Ed’s was enough to keep her happy.

More than a year ago, Ed discovered he must have misplaced his claddagh ring someplace because all of a sudden, it was nowhere to be found. He searched  all the dresser drawers, the house, underneath the bed and furniture, out in the yard, near the garden where they always set. There was no ring to be found.

The Replacement

So Ed did the next best thing. He went to an Irish shop to purchase another ring. Not one as valuable, not one as filled with memories, but one that Georgette could see on his finger and smile and think of memories.

Life went on in its usual way. Cleaning people did their regular housekeeping chores around the house, gardeners continued to rake and mow, the Belgian block patio was scrubbed and cleaned on a regular basis. Seasons came and went.

The original Claddagh was forgotten.

Found

Until this week.  Ed had some stale bagels in the breadbox he wanted to get rid of. So he ripped them into pieces and opened the door to throw them out to the birds and squirrels.

Suddenly a shiny object on the Belgian blocks caught his eye and he wondered what it could be.  He went over, stooped down to pick it up, and voila! It was the original claddagh ring! The one that had been lost years before.

How it appeared wedged between two Belgian block, caught in the moss that grows In the spaces between, and weathering for different seasons will forever be a mystery.

But you can see the smile on Ed’s face as he holds the ring up for Georgette to smile at and admire.

And both share some Irish memories of the past.

There is a sad final chapter to this story. Georgette passed away quietly surrounded with the love of Ed and their children Friday night,  December 9

This is her obituary as prepared by Shore Point Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Hazlet.

Obituary

Georgette,” Sissy”, Newins 87, of Hazlet, passed away peacefully; surrounded by family at home, on Saturday, December 10, 2022.

She was born Helen Georgette Ravel on Sept. 19, 1935 in New York City. She was raised in Washington Heights and worked as a Legal Secretary for A&P Corp in the Graybar Building above Grand Central Station.

On October 23, 1954, she married the Love of her Life, Edward John and they eventually moved from Chelsea to Hoboken prior to moving to Hazlet in 1960 where the family has remained.

Georgette and Ed also enjoyed their Golden Retirement years in homes in Key Largo and Naples, Florida. An avid First Mate, Georgette spent many years boating and fishing from the Atlantic Highlands Yacht Harbor , where she proudly won a fluke contest, for the biggest “catch”. She cherished the friendships formed over the years as a member of the AH Yacht Club.

Georgette was active in local politics, serving as a District Leader, was President of the Union Ave. School P.T.O, and taught Ballet for the Hazlet Recreation Department. Many Hazlet residents may recall seeing her beautiful smile over the years as the Receptionist/Scheduler for Doctors Seril, Montserrat and Garruto. Her elegance, quick wit, warmth and empathy were ever apparent.

She was predeceased by her parents Helen (Dwyer) Ravel and Pius John Ravel, and two infant brothers, Arthur and Jackie. Georgette is survived by her adoring husband Edward John, her loving children Edward Newins, Jr. and his wife Mary Shawn, of Whitsett, NC , Kimberly (Herer) Flynn and her husband Terra of Hazlet & Toms River, Victoria O’Connor and her husband Jerry of Howell and Navarre, and Elizabeth Straub of Middletown along with 11 Grandchildren – Krystal Kaplan and her husband Michael, Regina Young and her husband Colon, Rachael Herer, Robert Herer, John Straub, James Herer, Kyle Newins, Faith Newins, Eric Straub, Jerry O’Connor, Natalie Straub and her most precious Great Grandson Michael Patrick Kaplan.

Georgette was an icon of fashion, beauty and style with a particular panache for shoes and diamonds. She was one of a kind and will be sorely missed, but never forgotten. Family and friends are invited to visit from 4-7 P.M. Tuesday, December 13, 2022 at Shore Point Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 3269 State Highway 35N., Hazlet. A prayer service will be offered during visiting hours. In respect of Georgette’s wishes, she will be privately cremated. For information, directions or to send condolences to the family, visit www.shorepointfh.com.

Popamora Point is for the Dogs

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Muriel J. Smith
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Popamora Point

HIGHLANDS –  The fenced in dog area currently in use at Popamora Point at the end of Shore Drive will officially become the third Monmouth County off-leash dog area following ceremonies Wednesday ,Dec. 14 at 11:30 a.m., Mayor Carolyn Broullon announced this week.

Dedication

The new facility will be dedicated and named the Kerry McEntee Gowan Dog Area honoring the late NYPD K-9 trainer who was the borough’s animal control officer for almost 30 years  She died in July and Broullon and Council determined naming the new facility in her honor would pay tribute to all she did both for the borough and as an SPCA Law Enforcement officer.

The mayor also cited McEntee-Gowan’s work with both wild and domestic animals regardless of work time.

Open Invitation

The public is invited to attend and see the new area and learn how the county and the borough participated in having the facility become a part of the Monmouth County Park System’s care and attention program  for canines.

Public Requests

Broullon said in response to numerous requests from local residents for such a facility, and noting the borough’s space limitations to both convenience and space, she reached out to Monmouth County Commissioner Ross LaCitra for study and recommendations of a program the borough and county cold work together.

The mayor and commissioner met in February of last year, and toured the Monmouth County Parks locations at both Popamora and Hartshorne Woods and both determined that the Popamora site would be most fitting for the off-leash area.

For the Dogs

Nearly hidden from view from the parking area at Popomora, the fenced in area is filled with trees, an irregular landscape and plenty of opportunities for dog owners to watch their canines run free, romp with other dogs or play chase and fetch with their owners. There is seating within the area and rules posted similar to similar Monmouth County facilities.

Popomora joins Thompson Park in Lincroft and Wolf Hill Recreation Area in Middletown as the third Monmouth County off-leash dog area and will be governed under the same regulations as govern all the facilities.

The Popomora facility was approved by the Monmouth County Board of Commissioners in April, 2022 and opened this past June. With the death of McEntee Gowan the following month, the County Commissioners agreed with the borough the site should be named in her honor.

Hours

Hours for the facility will be from 8 a.m. to dusk, and all size dogs are welcome, with their owners maintaining their own canines’ cleanliness  The Monmouth County park system will do weekly maintenance on the site, which will be open seven days a week. Pet owners  must bring collars and leashes for the dogs, and all canines must be up to date with vaccinations and wear a collar with an up-to-date license.

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