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The accident happened at Bethany Road near the intersection of Hazlet Avenue and a 54-year-old Middletown man was involved in the crash, according to police.
Patrick Gere, 29, of Lakehurst was questioned by police on Sept. 17 when police say he admitted to stealing the jewelry.
Caitlin Downey, 22, allegedly made several transactions at the Quick Chek in Hazlet with a stolen credit card.
Residents can bring expired or unused prescription drugs to Town Hall on Oct. 26.
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This month, Assemblywoman Amy Handlin added two bills to her privacy package, addressing information obtained through computer systems in cars and license plate readers.
This month, Assemblywoman Amy Handlin added two bills to her privacy package, addressing information obtained through computer systems in cars and license plate readers.
This month, Assemblywoman Amy Handlin added two bills to her privacy package, addressing information obtained through computer systems in cars and license plate readers.
This month, Assemblywoman Amy Handlin added two bills to her privacy package, addressing information obtained through computer systems in cars and license plate readers.
A look at what job opportunities are available in the Holmdel-Hazlet area.
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Patch blogger Valerie Avrin-Marchiano recaps this weekend's games.