On Tuesday, April 1, former Lawrence High School standout Robert Kelly’s current college team, the Monmouth Hawks, lost 5-2 in their NCAA Division I baseball game against the Fordham Rams.
The game took place at Houlihan Park. This was their first matchup against the Rams this season.
The Hawks’ next game is scheduled for Wednesday, April 2 at 4 p.m. at MU Baseball Field against Saint Peter’s Peacocks.
Senator Anthony M. Bucco highlighted an op-ed criticizing New Jersey’s support for Highlands communities facing development restrictions. He introduced legislation seeking increased aid for affected school districts unable to expand their tax bases.
Legislation has been reintroduced in New Jersey aiming to increase penalties for identity theft targeting seniors or veterans. Lawmakers say stronger laws will help deter crimes against these vulnerable groups. Additional measures target financial exploitation of elderly residents.
Senator Declan O’Scanlon has introduced a bill clarifying that school board members retain free speech rights under New Jersey’s School Ethics Act. The measure follows concerns about restrictions on public statements by elected education officials.
