The HOWELL Times
Vol. 18 - No. 33
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─Photos courtesy Kaitlyn Gray - Howell Schools Erin Lowman (Left), Griebling School, and Kimberly Highley (Right), Ramtown School, were named Exemplary Educators. By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – Thirteen educators from eight Howell Township schools were selected as New Jersey Exemplary Educators in 2020. The purpose of the New Jersey Department of Education’s Exemplary Educator Recognition Program is to recognize educators
who are valued by their school and community. These educators have displayed strong knowledge and skills, an inspiring presence and a clear vision for quality teaching and learning. According to the depar t ment’s website, the program alternates between elementary (Pre-K to 5 grade) and
secondar y (6 to 12 cation process is then grade) every year. For completed by district 2020, the department administrators and suwas pursuing elemen- pervisors. tary educators and for Within the 93 educaeach selected educator, tors chosen from across they were awarded with New Jersey, 13 were a state certificate. Howell Township PubIn February of 2020, lic School educators. teachers, parents and “These 13 educators community members serve as a shining exnominated deserving ample of the many great educators throughout colleagues and staff the state and the appli- (Educators - See Page 2)
Police, Firefighters Eligible For Vaccine
By Chris Lundy TRENTON – As the vaccine rollout continues, two more groups were added to the list of people who can get i noculated. “Police and fire professionals” would be able to register for the vaccine starting January 7. Health officials have designated the populace into a number of
phases based on their likelihood to contract the disease and to have serious repercussions. Phase 1A is healthca re prov ider s a nd those who live in longterm care like nursing homes. Gov. Phil Mur phy announced in a tweet that police and fire professionals are now also able to get vaccinated.
“Our top priority remains vaccinating New Jerseyans in the 1a category – which includes our front line health care workers, and residents and staff at our long-term care centers,” Murphy tweeted. He said that the online registration portal for the vaccine opened on January 5 and more than 450,000 people
have signed up. “This number gives us great optimism as we continue to roll out our robust statewide vaccine program,” he said. Whether it’s the Moderna or the Pfizer vaccine, they both require two injections a certain number of weeks apart. When residents sign up for one appointment, they are actually sign-
ing up for two. In order to get out the vaccine, a number of nearby locations have offered it. The Ocean County Health Department started a clinic at Toms River High School North and were scouting a southern location. The Monmouth County Health Department has a mobile unit (Police - See Page 4)
January 16, 2021
Howell Mayor Serves Four More Years; New Deputy Mayor Sworn In
By Alyssa Riccardi HOWELL – After a long election season, the 2021 Howell Township Council was sworn into during their January 5 reorganization meeting. Democrat Theresa Berger was sworn in to begin serving her second term as Mayor on Howell’s governing body. Alongside Berger, Republican Evelyn O’Donnell was sworn in, serving her second term as a councilwoman and Republican Councilman Thomas Russo will serve as the new Deputy Mayor during 2021. Democrat John Bonevich and Republican Pamela Richmond also joined the council once again. (Mayor - See Page 4)
How Should Transportation Improve In Monmouth?
By Alyssa Riccardi MONMOUTH COUNTY – The Monmouth County Department of Planning in partnership with the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA) have created a study for residents to input their opinion on the best way to manage the travel demand in the county. The study aims to find easier ways to travel throughout the county. Residents can visit MonmouthWithinReach.com to learn more about the study and provide input. “This project is going to develop strategies and best practices to reduce congestion related to tourism and events by using the resources we have to more effectively manage the demands on our transportation network,” said Freeholder Director Thomas A. Arnone, liaison to the Monmouth County Public Works and Engineering Department who represents the County on the NJTPA Board of Trustees. (Transportation - See Page 4)
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