Datebook
     • Monmouth County Fair, July 21-25 at East Freehold Park Showgrounds, Kozloski Road, Freehold Township. Rides, food, entertainment. Admission: $5; children under 12 are free. Details: (732) 842-4000.
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     PHOTO COURTESY OF FREEHOLD FORD A crane makes quick work of the former New Jersey motor vehicle inspection station on Route 9, Freehold Township, which was demolished on July 13 to make way for the expansion of Freehold Ford.
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Beth Zion to host messianic concert July 24
     Beth Zion Messianic Synagogue will host a concert by Ted Pearce, messianic singer and songwriter, July 24 at 10:45 a.m. It will take place at the Jesus Harvest Time facility at 404 Freehold Road in Jackson.
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On Campus
     Thelma Berreto of Howell received a bachelor of arts degree in psychology on May 16 from Caldwell College, Caldwell.
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Plumsted seeks entries for photo contest
     PLUMSTED — The Plumsted Township Council for the Arts is encouraging local photographers to enter its photo contest. Photos should be of the Plumsted landscape or of the immediate surrounding area.
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Weekend nature walks offered at county park
     The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation has announced that weekend nature walks will take place at 2 p.m. at Cattus Island County Park, 1170 Cattus Island Blvd., Toms River. The programs are free and do not require preregistration.
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Swimming for a cure
     CHRIS KELLY staff Maria Moresco, 12, of Howell, participates in the Candlewood Swim Club’s annual swim marathon to benefit the American Cancer Society.
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