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Brookdale Community College

At Brookdale Community College, academic excellence, student success, affordability, and community impact are more than priorities. They are the foundation of who we are. Every program, partnership, and learning experience is designed to help students Be Supported, Be Successful, and Be Brookdale as they pursue meaningful and rewarding futures. Our commitment to quality is reflected in what our students experience every day: • 81 percent say professors put significant effort into teaching their classes. • 76 percent report it is easy to get the classes they need. • 92 percent feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. • A 17 to 1 student-faculty ratio ensures personalized support and mentorship. • Graduates earn a median salary of $50,836 five years out, well above the national average. With more than 60 degree and certificate programs, Brookdale offers flexible in-person, hybrid, and online options to meet students where they are. Our seamless transfer pathways—with Rutgers University, Georgian Court University, Kean University, and Monmouth University—allow students to complete their bachelor’s degrees right here in Monmouth County. We also offer more than 40 transfer agreements with leading four-year colleges and universities from Paris to New Jersey and beyond, guaranteeing qualified students junior-year status. Several agreements even provide three-plus-one pathways so your junior year can be completed at Brookdale for significant savings. Students also benefit from robust career services, workforce partnerships, and hands-on learning that prepare them for in-demand careers in nursing, business, engineering, information technology, criminal justice, cybersecurity, liberal arts, and more. Brookdale’s rigorous programs and dedicated faculty empower students to Be Bold, excel in a rapidly changing world, and graduate with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed.

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At Brookdale Community College, academic excellence, student success, affordability, and community impact are more than priorities. They are the...

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The Pool Boss

Based in Wayne, New Jersey, The Pool Boss is an award-winning design and construction firm recognized as one of the "world’s greatest" pool companies and a premier builder in New Jersey. Specializing in rapid, high-quality installations and custom backyard transformations, the company offers elite amenities including fire pits, landscaping, hardscaping, water features, and outdoor kitchens. As an owner-operated company, The Pool Boss is led by founder and CEO Christopher Argenziano, whose hands-on approach ensures accountability and precision for every project. Built on the philosophy that a five-star experience is created by people rather than just plans, The Pool Boss provides bespoke designs tailored to the unique vision and needs of every family. 

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HAZLET, NJ — As of 2:30 p.m. Monday, Highway 36 is currently closed in both directions in Hazlet, Hazlet police announced in a Nixle alert. Both north and southbound lanes are closed due to power wires down across the roadway. The wires are down in the area of Poole Avenue and Stone Road. Avoid the area and Rt. 36 until the power lines are lifted, police ask.

HAZLET, NJ — As of 2:30 p.m. Monday, Highway 36 is currently closed in both directions in Hazlet, Hazlet police announced in a Nixle alert.

Both north and southbound lanes are closed due to power wires down across the roadway. The wires are down in the area of Poole Avenue and Stone Road. Avoid the area and Rt. 36 until the power lines are lifted, police ask.

Sara Winick

Holmdel-Hazlet

Downed Power Lines Close Rt. 36 In Hazlet

As of 2:30 p.m. Monday, Highway 36 is currently closed in both directions in Hazlet, Hazlet police announced in a Nixle alert.

Downed Power Lines Close Rt. 36 In Both Directions In Hazlet

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Join Hazlet Recreation and Raritan High School for a comprehensive four-day soccer camp featuring technical skill development, goalkeeper instruction, and mentoring from high school players. Open to children ages 4-16 from Hazlet and surrounding areas, the $175 registration fee includes a camp t-shirt and provides a fun, supportive environment for all skill levels.

Local Event: Hazlet Recreation Soccer Camp 2026

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Downed Power Lines Close Rt. 36 In Both Directions In Hazlet

As of 2:30 p.m. Monday, Highway 36 is currently closed in both directions in Hazlet, Hazlet police announced in a Nixle alert.

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Downed Power Lines Close Rt. 36 In Both Directions In Hazlet

As of 2:30 p.m. Monday, Highway 36 is currently closed in both directions in Hazlet, Hazlet police announced in a Nixle alert.

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Find out what's happening in Holmdel-Hazletfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

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