Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Lt. Kevin Murphy of Hazlet, who died in a Sunday night crash near the Woodbridge exit of the Garden State Parkway, was a decorated police officer and Special Olympics organizer.
The driver who died Sunday night in a single car collision on the Garden State Parkway near Woodbridge was a police officer with the Port Authority who performed heroically during the September 11 terrorist attacks. Port Authority Police Lt. Kevin Murphy, a Hazlet resident, was killed when he lot control of his Honda Accord on the toll road, and the automobile swerved all over the roadway before stopping at the center median. Murphy, 55, was on his way to work at Newark Liberty International Airport when the accident occurred, at approximately 8:30 pm, a Port Authority spokesman said. "It appears he may have suffered from a medical incident," said Sgt. Adam Grossman, New Jersey State Police spokesman. Murphy's auto didn't flip over, and …
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Hurricane Sandy damaged the traditional plunge site: Seaside Heights
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
An announcement as released by the Special Olympics New Jersey: In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, we hope that everyone is now safe and meeting the many challenges they face with help and support from friends and family. Our thoughts are with all of those who experienced a loss of any kind and we wish everyone the very best in the weeks and months ahead. Special Olympics New Jersey is moving forward with the organization and planning of the 20th Annual Seaside Heights Polar Bear Plunge. While we will face challenges with the location of this year’s event, we are prepared to make the necessary adjustments to ensure that we do conduct this year's plunge and at the same time make every effort to support the economy and restoration of …
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The Special Olympics New Jersey Area VI Track and Field Meet took place Saturday. Post your pics and videos.
Athletes and their family, friends, and supporters gathered at Long Branch High School on Saturday for the Special Olympics New Jersey Area VI Track and Field Meet. The event included some 300 participants from Aberdeen, Freehold, Hazlet, Holmdel, Howell, Lacey, Lakewood, Matawan, Middletown, and Point Pleasant, among other towns. Volunteers from New Jersey South East District Elks and the Jersey Shore Running Club assisted during the various running, relay and field events. Did you or a special athlete in your life take part in the meet? Share your photos and videos from Saturday's competition.
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
The team is raising money for the Special Olympics in a March 4 Snow Bowl Flag Football Tournament.
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Tuesday, February 28, 2012
The following was submitted by Joe McCarron, of the Navesink Hook & Ladder Fire Co. No.1: The members of Navesink Hook & Ladder Fire Co. No. 1 are trading their fire helmets for footballs in an effort to raise money for Special Olympics New Jersey. On March 4, the company will travel to MetLife Stadium, in the Meadowlands, for the 6th Annual New York Giants Snow Bowl Flag Football Tournament. The team will play in at least three games right on the field at the stadium. In order to be in the competition teams must raise at least $1600, but are encouraged to raise more. All funds go to Special Olympics New Jersey, a non-profit organization that provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports …
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Kudos and proclamations give to team members at meeting
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Tuesday, June 21, 2011
They were recongnized for their stellar teamwork and outstanding sportsmanship. Citing those exemplary attributes the Middletown Township Committee honored members of the township's 2011 Special Olympics Team last night, at the June 20 meeting. The governing body also thanked Tiffany Betz and Maura McCall, the team's co-coordinators and the many volunteers who support the team. Congratulations on a job well done! 2011 Special Olympics Team Student Volunteers Parent Volunteers
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10:02 am on Thursday, March 21, 2013
How sad, my sincerest condolences to his family. more ›