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Vol. 22 - No. 11
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Manchester Resident Has Got Talent 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 pa-
tron 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 for the laughter to die down—to impress the judges and pass the audition. She mentions that her (Talent - See Page 5)
–Photos by Jennifer Peacock and courtesy Julia Scotti Julia Scotti chats about comedy, literature, and Cary Grant with The Manchester Times at Heritage Restaurant in Whiting, at left. She appeared on America’s Got Talent and advanced to the next round.
Fourth Of July Celebrations In Ocean County
OCEAN COUNTY – Looking for the nearest places to see fireworks? There are numerous Independence Day firework displays over the holiday weekend, as well as parades and other fun. Mark your calendar: July 2 to 4, Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson will hold its Fourth of July Weekend Celebration. Fireworks are scheduled for 10 p.m. every night. 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, Lacey Township will have a fireworks display at the Lacey Township High School. The fireworks will begin at dusk. July 3, The Lavallette Independence Day Extravaganza Fireworks and Concert will be held at the
gazebo starting at 8 p.m. on July 3. Fireworks go off at 9 p.m. The rain date is July 10. Visit lavallette.org for more information. July 3, Lakehurst will have a fireworks display at Lake Horicon from 9 to 10 p.m. July 3, Lakewood’s Independence Day Celebration will have fireworks at 9:15 p.m. on July 3 over Lake Carasaljo. For more information, visit lakewoodnj.gov. July 3, Lakehurst will host fireworks at dusk on Lake Horicon on July 3. Visit lakehurstnj.org for more information. July 4, South Toms River is having an Independence Day Celebration with activities for kids at Mathis Veterans Memorial Park from 9 to 11 a.m. July 4, Seaside Park is hosting a bike parade from 9 to 11 a.m. starting at 5th Street Pier. (Celebrations - See Page 7)
July 2, 2016
By Daniel Nee OCEAN COUNTY – As Ocean County officials review facilities across its 33 municipalities, the freeholders are becoming more interested in expanding the county Vocational-Technical school district. Economic development has evolved into a primary focus for the Ocean County freeholder board, with more funding being dedicated to tourism and other industries which employ local residents, and elected officials want to see the county school district become a more integral part of that plan. “The schools get a significant amount of state money, and I don’t want to lose that money,” said Freeholder Joseph Vicari, who floated the idea of expanding the district at a recent work meeting of the freeholder board.
In the coming months, county officials will meet to discuss long term plans for county facilities – ranging from the schools, to the county airport, to projects at the court house and elsewhere – with an eye toward strategic planning, officials said. “We have to prioritize projects – when will new Vo-Tech schools be built?” said Freeholder Director Jack Kelly. “We need to project our needs over the next decade, or so.” The district currently runs a number of specialized schools that cater to career education. The schools serve high school students on a daily basis and also host continuing education for adults, including career training and certifications. The district’s offerings include the elite MATES high (School - See Page 7)
Manchester Day Lights Up Township
–Photo by Jennifer Peacock MANCHESTER – The annual Manchester Day celebration on June 25 culminated in fireworks over Harry Wright Lake. For more photos from the day, see page 4.
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