The Voice of Lakewood: Kollel America Tiferes Yerushalayim

The American Charity of Rav Meir Ba’al Haness in Eretz Yisroel The Kupas Tzedakah for Americans in Eretz Yisroel One of the most hallowed traditions of tzedakah giving throughout the Jewish world over the past hundreds of years has been contributing to the nearest Rav Meir Ba’al Haness pushkah....

N.J. Gov. Chris Christie says he was wrong about changing state worker contracts

New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie said he was wrong to say during the campaign that he could change the state worker contract that Democratic Gov. Jon Corzine negotiated. Corzine reopened the workers’ contracts in late 2008 after state revenues plunged and New Jersey’s budget deficit...

It’s only ten questions. It’s the Census.

It’s an official document. It’s mandated by the U.S. Constitution. It’s only ten questions. It’s the Census. Every 10 years, the government is required to accurately count the population living in the United States to make sure everyone is getting his or her fair share of federal money and...

UEZ: What Every Business Owner Should Know

Thinking of opening a business in an Urban Enterprise Zone? If you are, the UEZ can save you money. The Lakewood Development Corporation, the administrative arm of the Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ), is offering the public a free business seminar, “Get to Know the UEZ: What Every Business Owner Should...

The Voice of Lakewood: Communication–Key to a Happy Marriage

By: Rabbi Chaim Morgenstern How to Talk and How to Listen Your Spouse Emotions vs. Logic – Part Two I previously wrote that the dominance of a woman’s emotions and a man’s logic affect both what and how they communicate with each other – women simply enjoy talking and sharing their feelings,...

NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE – Dewey Avenue

Please be aware Dewey Avenue will be closed today, March 9th, 2010 between the hours of 9:00 AM and approximately 5:00 PM. This closure is necessary to allow New Jersey American Water Company and J Boyd Contracting access to sewer utilities beneath the street. From Drop Box Due to the excavation...

Company hired by N.J. to make teen driving decals had trouble in N.Y.

The Chicago-based company awarded a $644,000 state contract to produce “Kyleigh’s Law” decals produced vehicle inspection stickers in New York last year that wouldn’t stick, according to published reports. SecureMark Decal, the lone bidder for Kyleigh’s Law decal production,...

The Voice of Lakewood: Truth Be Told

By: Shloimy Blau When engaged in the art of words, the possibilities are endless. There are practically no rules, other than basic grammar. Therefore, practically any point can be articulated in manners ranging from mild to caustic. It is frequently assumed that the most effective way to articulate a point...

Ocean County trims overtime 27 percent

Overtime paid to Ocean County government employees in 2009 was down almost 27 percent from 2008, even though wages and salaries have increased, according to payroll records. Overtime paid last year was $4.9 million, a drop from the $6.7 million paid in 2008. Two years ago, 2,108 employees were paid $114.5...

The Voice of Lakewood: The Coffee Room

Dear Readers, We would like you to inform the public of our weekly distribution of 180 small bottles of grape juice. If anyone has extra bottles from Purim, it would be of great assistance if they can be dropped off at 93 Prospect or 1354 Shafto. Thank You! Bikur Cholim of Lakewood Dear Voice: I just want...

Photos: Klang Bar Mitzvah in Lakewood

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N.J. Supreme Court reprimands judges in Essex, Ocean counties

TRENTON — The state Supreme Court today reprimanded two Superior Court judges, saying they made disrespectful and insulting statements to people appearing before them. Judge James B. Convery, sitting in Essex County, and Judge James N. Citta, sitting in Ocean County, were reprimanded. According to court...

Photos: Howard Kleinhendler Kicking off his Congressional Run

Campaign being kicked off this morning for the congressional run of Howard Kleinhendler in taste buds cafe in Lakewood Click here for mobile...

NJ Transit gets $52 million in federal stimulus money for special projects

NEWARK — It is no consolation for bus and train riders who could shell out 25 percent more in fares beginning May 1, but federal officials today spelled out how $52.4 million in stimulus funds already earmarked for NJ Transit will be spent. The funding includes more than $15 million for exterior...