Switch in grant recipient is a political move
      The recent suspension of a $425,000 grant to the Hispanic Directors Association of New Jersey (HDANJ) and the subsequent denial of an appeal by the state Department of Human Services to reinstate the funds smacks of power politics emanating from the New Jersey Department of Human Services.
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Help is available for Alzheimer's patients and their caregivers
      As 2008 begins, I would like to go back a few months and spotlight the works of the Alzheimer's Association, whose recognition month is November. Their formal mission statement is "to enhance care and support for individuals, their families and caregivers and to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research.
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New supermajority rule in election makes sense
      Iam writing in response to the article "Marlboro Board May Ask for Do- Over on Ballot Law" (News Transcript, Jan. 16). The standard Board of Education budget should be able to cover most everything from employee salaries and benefits, supplies, standard maintenance, transportation costs, and utilities (and this is only a partial list).
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Senior citizens appreciate support from community
      The beginning of the new year seems to be the perfect time to reflect on and to give thanks for the abundant outpouring of support that was generated by so many to the senior citizens in Howell last year. The generosity and compassion exhibited by individuals and organizations went far beyond our dreams and proved once again that goodness prevails in our community.
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Municipal clerk went out of her way for couple
      Ijust read the article about Linda Cottrell's retirement ("Clerk Serves as Conduit Between Town, Public," News Transcript, Jan. 16, 2008). My husband and I were very fortunate to have metMrs. Cottrell when we wanted to get married back in 2005.
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Feb. 1 event calls attention to heart problems in women
      It's time to put your red dress on. Or a red scarf or red blouse, jacket, socks or tie. It's time to love your heart. I am like many of the women you know. I could be your sister, your wife, your best friend, your neighbor or daughter. I could be your mother.
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