Bills in Trenton could have unwanted results
      There are two bills in the state Legislature dealing with foreclosures that could severely impact our communities. The first proposed law, A- 3246, requires that the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (NJHMFA) "create a program to assist municipalities in purchasing foreclosed properties for affordable house use.
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Open Door appreciates support given
      On behalf of the board of trustees, volunteers and clients of Freehold Area Open Door, I would like to thank the community for their generous outpouring of donations for Thanksgiving. On Nov. 22 many of our regular volunteers were joined by two dozen students to pack 419 dinner boxes, which fed 1,500 individuals.
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Former Township Council candidate saw the good in many people
      As a recent candidate for Marlboro Township Council, I have had the opportunity to see both the good and bad sides of politics this past year. However, the good far outweighed the bad. Being actively engaged in politics can be a very difficult undertaking, not only on the candidate but on their family.
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New Jersey task force would help students with brain injury
      The New Jersey Legislature is considering the development of a task force that would help develop best practices for education professionals who work with students with traumatic brain injury.
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