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Manalapan-Englishtown Taking Student Security Too Far [OPINION]

Matt Ryan — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 21:13:31 +0000

The Manalapan-Englishtown School district was one of the first to start talking about stepping up security measures after the Newtown tragedy. Can there ever be too much safety? Yes, and now they’ve made a ridiculous decision. New security measures that will be put into place include enhancing the district’s video surveillance system, establishing new visitor [...]

Christie Postpones Halloween

Dan Alexander — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 15:53:17 +0000

[button href="http://nj1015.com/category/sandy/" title="FULL COVERAGE: Sandy Hits NJ" align="center"] Governor Chris Christie has postponed Halloween until Monday, November 5. “I’ve taken this action to minimize additional risks to lives and the public safety as we begin the process of rebuilding and recovering from Hurricane Sandy,” said Governor Christie. “In too many communities in our state, the damage [...]

Snow Blankets Jersey Shore

Lou Russo — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 11:20:14 +0000

I went to the home improvement store to do a little shopping and pick up some Halloween stuff Saturday. I, like most people, try to shut down a little bit on the weekend, so I hadn’t heard the forecast. I just didn’t expect all the snow.I wasn’t in the door of the store more than [...]

The Best Haunted Houses and Hayrides in NJ

Double Down — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 14:00:10 +0000

Looking for the spookiest and scariest haunted houses and hayrides this Halloween? We have compiled an entire list of some of the most spooktacular attractions in New Jersey.

Last Minute Halloween Costumes: Sometimes They Work, Sometimes They Don't

Lou Russo — Fri, 12 Oct 2012 11:24:56 +0000

A few years back, Diane decided she was going to be Marilyn Monroe for Halloween. Since I had no idea what I wanted to be, I figured I'd go as legendary Yankee and Marilyn love interest Joe DiMaggio, so we'd be a couple. But I'm a Mets fan, so I made a small adjustment. As you can see, it didn't go so well.

Halloween Cocktail Recipes

Matt Ryan — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 23:13:52 +0000

You've got the food, the decorations, the guests are invited, it's time for your Halloween party. You're not just going to have the boring bowl of punch are you? Try out these cool cocktails designed especially for the season from About.com.

How to Make a Pumpkin Keg for your Halloween Party [VIDEO]

Matt Ryan — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 21:10:38 +0000

It’s time to mix up your Halloween party and ditch the punch bowl. With a little creativity and the help of this video, you can turn a pumpkin into a drink dispenser that will have everyone talking. All you need is a very large pumpkin, a marker, pumpkin carving kit, a plastic spigot and lots [...]

Moms And Dads of The Jersey Shore: Are You Dressing Up For Halloween? [POLL]

Lou Russo — Tue, 09 Oct 2012 09:56:21 +0000

Moms and Dads…Job 1 is to figure out what the kids are going to be for Halloween and get that together. Is job 2 trying to figure out what you’re going to be and get that together? Are you wearing a costume for Halloween? Liz and I always have this conversation every year. I want [...]

Freehold High School Students Are Scary

Matt Ryan — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 22:33:33 +0000

Without a doubt, the kids of Freehold are the creepiest at the Jersey Shore. The reason may surprise you! For more than 20 years, Freehold Regional High School District art students have taken to the streets of downtown Freehold in October, to transform the windows of local businesses with Halloween-themed paintings as a part of [...]

Sleigh Bells Are Ringing…Are You Listening? [POLL]

Lou Russo — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 12:39:20 +0000

I’m not going to fight it anymore. Diane and I were shopping for Halloween decorations this week, and in the background was the sound of “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town”. I haven’t even said “trick or treat” and I already have to be worried about being good…for goodness sake. Like I said, I’m done fighting it. [...]

Hunt Werewolves This Halloween

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 25 Sep 2012 17:08:42 +0000

Do you ever have the urge to hunt a werewolf? If so, you are in luck. The event agency Chillisauce is now offering an overnight werewolf hunting experience. Per their website: This potentially life-changing night requires a minimum group size of 8 people, arriving for 8pm and then continuing until dawn. Hunters will be prepared with [...]

It Isn't "The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year" Yet, Is It? [POLL]

Lou Russo — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 11:31:25 +0000

I’ve been accused of holding on to summer too long. I plead guilty to that. But now I’ve embraced the fall. The weather is beautiful. I’m ready to welcome Halloween, and I’ll even start thinking about Thanksgiving. But now they’ve gone too far. Just as I had turned the corner and began to get used to [...]

Ready For Halloween? I'm Not

Lou Russo — Wed, 05 Sep 2012 09:53:17 +0000

I went to the store Sunday morning in my shorts and flip-flops. I needed to pick some things up for a Labor Day celebration. I had to work my way past all the Halloween stuff. Something’s not right about that. What is so wrong with waiting for one holiday to end before the big push [...]

Our Six Favorite Halloween Costumes of 2012

Veronica Yurowski — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 15:33:50 +0000

I know it may seem a little early, but nothing is more frustrating than scrambling the day before Halloween for the perfect costume. Here is my list of the top six Halloween costumes of 2012 so you can plan ahead for the best costume of 2012. 1. Batman Batman is back! Not only as a summer blockbuster, but [...]

Do You Save Your Favorite Halloween Candy For Yourself?

Lou Russo — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 10:35:49 +0000

Halloween is here! You can hear those trick or treaters from a few houses away. You hear the laughing and talking and general happiness Halloween brings. Then you hear the pitter patter of their little feet, followed by a knock on the door then a chorus of ’Trick or Treat!’ You open the door to see Spiderman, [...]

What Candy Are You Giving Out?

Liz Jeressi — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 13:22:01 +0000

The candy that you give out on Halloween says a lot about the type of person you are. According to www.Gawker.com, if you give out Sweet Tarts or Skittles — you want people to think you’re a lot of fun. If you hand out Tootsie Rolls — you’re plain and simple in all the best [...]

Tricks For Counting Calories In Halloween Treats

Lou Russo — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 11:49:28 +0000

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Costumes, candy and calories...Halloween is here! Wouldn't it be great if we could dress up, have a great time and then eat half of the kids' candy while they're not looking. without giving it a second thought? Well we can't, first because we would feel a little guilty about stealing the kids' Halloween treats, but the biggest reason is a little thing called calories!

Monmouth and Ocean Halloween Events

Matt Ryan — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:02:30 +0000

Here are some of the family friendly Halloween events happening in Monmouth and Ocean Counties: LAKEWOOD: “Spooktacular” 5-7 p.m.; Georgian Court University, Casino Building, 900 Lakewood Road; activities include a ghost walk, haunted house, hayrides, storytelling, and refreshments. Guests will also be able to trick or treat on the first floor of Maria Hall This [...]

Changing The Date Of Halloween

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 17:43:40 +0000

So apparently there’s a Connecticut State Representative who wants to change the day we celebrate Halloween. Now wait, before you yell, ‘Blasphemy!’, hear this out. It would work the same as Thanksgiving, simply celebrated the last Saturday in October. I think this is a GENIUS idea. There’s nothing better than when Halloween falls on a [...]

What Scared You When You Were a Kid?

Lou Russo — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 12:17:49 +0000

photo/Jo Hale Halloween season is all about being scary or getting scared and I’ve recently learned just how many adults are afraid of ghosts, horror movies and clowns. This can be a very frightening time of year for the grown ups! I’ve spoken to a few people who actually have terror in their eyes when you ask [...]