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Howell Celebrates The Class Of 2016
July 2, 2016
Growing Number Of Seniors Need ESL Skills
By Jennifer Peacock Some Howell seniors will soon be able to gain another form of independence: learning the language. The Howell Senior Center plans to offer English as a Second Language classes to its seniors by the end of the summer. Senior Center Director Melanie Decker said there is an increasing demand for such a service, that the senior population of non-native speakers is growing, and that many lack transportation. “With membership growing By Charles Daye FARMINGDALE – Howell High School’s Class of 2016 featured 587 students graduating at its commencement ceremony June 23. Mathew Davis was Howell’s valedictorian, and the salutatorian was Hannah Sandler. According to the Freehold Regional School District, more than 90 percent of the graduating class from HHS will pursue a college education at two- and four-year schools.
There was $16,226,289 awarded in scholarships to be used over the next four years. C o m m e n c e m e nt fe a t u r e d speeches from the valedictorian and salutatorian and key officials, with the handing out of diplomas on the field as the weather held for an outdoor ceremony. Even though enrollment has declined slightly over the last –Photos by Ashley Emmons few years, Howell High is anticipating a rise with the freshman The Howell High School Class of 2016 takes the field for comclass of 541 arriving in Septem- mencement ceremonies, complete with a confetti explosion. For ber, more than the class before it. additional photos see page 4.
Celebrate Fourth Of July With Fireworks, Events
MONMOUTH COUNTY – Looking for the nearest places to see fireworks? There are numerous Independence Day firework displays over the holiday weekend. Mark your calendar: July 2 to 4: Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson hosts its July 4th Fest from July 2 to 4. Fireworks start each night at 10 p.m.
Visit sixflags.com/greatadventure for more information. July 3: Bradley Beach Fireworks – Fireworks will begin at 9 p.m. at the Bradley Beach Beachfront. The rain date is July 9. July 3: Freehold Concert and Fireworks – From 7 to 9 p.m., there will be live music, food vendors and fireworks starting at
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dusk. This event is at the Freehold Raceway, 130 Park Ave. The rain date is July 10. July 3: The Lakewood BlueClaws is promising the largest fireworks in its history after the July 3 game, which starts at 7:05 p.m. For tickets or more information, visit blueclaws.com. July 3: Ocean Township Fire-
works – Independence Day fireworks will begin at dusk at Joe Palaia Park, Whalepond Road, Oakhurst. The gates will open at 6 p.m. for food and music. July 4: Long Branch’s OceanFest and Fireworks – From 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Long Branch’s OceanFest will be held at the (Fireworks - See Page 15)
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FUNNY IN 90 SECONDS
By Jennifer Peacock WHITING – Before she even asked if Julia Scotti wanted a table or booth, the waitress at Heritage Restaurant in Whiting told Scotti she killed it. “You were hysterical,” she said. “I don’t watch that show, but I turned it on because you were on there.” Scotti settled at a table in the quiet section, where 60s ballads were blasting overhead. While waiting for her grilled chicken Caesar salad and wheat toast, another patron leaving stopped by the table, touched Scotti’s shoulder and wished her luck. “Oh, wow,” Scotti said. Scotti, who lives in Manchester, appeared on the June 21 episode of America’s Got Talent, hosted by Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Mel B and Howie Mandel. She had 90 seconds—not including waiting (Funny - See Page 15)
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