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THE MANCHESTER
Vol. 22 - No. 12
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July 9, 2016
County Fair Opens July 13
By Catherine Galioto OCEAN COUNTY – The annual tradition of the Ocean County Fair returns to the Miller Airpark as fairgrounds open July 13 in Berkeley. The schedule: the fair is open 5 to 11 p.m. on July 13 and 14; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on July 15 and 16, and ends its run July 17 with 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. hours. During that time, there’s a host of rides, animal displays, vendors, food and more to take advantage of, but the fair also has scheduled featured entertainment. For one, visitors can try their backyard games skills, with a cornhole tournament that will take place 7 p.m. July 14. Under the main tent, check out shows each evening of the fair’s hours with some bands and entertainment. Amish Outlaws perform 7 and 8:30 p.m. July 13. A series of bluegrass bands will begin 7 p.m. July 14, with entertainment through 10 p.m. The July 15 entertainment is the After the Reign band (Fair - See Page 5)
Ocean Takes All-Star Win In Gridiron Classic
–Photos by Jennifer Peacock LAKEHURST – The Fourth of July fun began July 3 for Lakehurst, who set off its fireworks display that evening. The next day, the borough celebrated with a parade, one that showcased the red, white and blue patriotism as veterans groups, civic organizations, emergency vehicles and other participants marched or rode in the parade.
By Chris Christopher Mike Miserendino made the most of his final game on his home field. The recent Central Regional High School graduate threw the winning touchdown pass for the Ocean County All-Stars in their 14-7 victory over the Monmouth County All-Stars in the 39th annual U.S.Army AllShore Gridiron Classic on June 30. Miserendino completed a 4-yarder to former Southern Regional player Pat Walker with 8:30 left in the game for a 13-7 lead. Ex-Point Pleasant Boro player Collin Ansbach kicked the extra point to push the lead to 14-7. “This was definitely a night to remember,” said Miserendino, who will play either defensive back or wide receiver at Rowan (All-Star - See Page 5)