Anew office building may soon be coming to Route 9 south in Freehold Township. The Planning Board has directed its attorney to draw up a positive resolution that will be voted on at a future meeting. The resolution will pave the way for an office building to be constructed where the Sunrise 9 Motel once stood. More...

The Marlboro Republican Party and the Marlboro Reformed Democrats have announced their endorsed candidates for three seats on the Marlboro Township Council. Three four-year terms on the township's governing body will be on the ballot in the November general election. More...

FREEHOLD — Jo Wymer has a mission: to bring live music back to Downtown Freehold. The first stop on the singer-songwriter's journey was an appearance at the new Bayou Café, West Main Street. Wymer, a Freehold Township resident and noted jazz and blues musician, and her Itty Bitty Band helped the café celebrate its grand opening on March 31. More...

In celebration of its 50th year in existence, the Freehold Optimist Club will host a dinner on Sept. 12 at the Elks Club in Freehold. Dinner, catered by the Federici family, will cost $25 to attend. A cash bar will be available at club prices. More...

The family that plays together, gets fit together. Working out as a unit-including everything from casual family activities to sports and exercise-is an excellent, proven vehicle for practicing healthy habits and developing social and emotional bonds. Particularly in relation to children, research has shown that the number one influence in their exercise habits is parent role models. Here are some fun, creative ways to encourage movement. More...