The HOWELL Times
Vol. 24 - No. 9
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By Justin Sauer HOWELL – From the shoreli ne, the Manasquan Reservoir offers visitors scenic views and opportunities to observe wildlife. From a boat, however, the experience provides an entirely different perspective. The Mon mouth County Park System’s guided reservoir boat tour takes passengers onto the water for a 45-minute trip led by a park system naturalist. During a recent tour, Naturalist Max Membreno shared information about the reservoir, identified wildlife and answered questions from passengers. The weather was in the mid-80s and overcast, with the sun occasionally peeking through the clouds. A pleasant breeze coming off the water made for a comfortable ride. Families with children and several solo passengers made up the group. Once the boat left the Visitor Center dock, Membreno began pointing out the different birds and animals (Reservoir - See Page 4)
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August 8, 2026
A View From The Water Postal Workers At Manasquan Reservoir Rally Against Privatization
Photo by Declan R. Vidal American Postal Workers Union members spoke out against changes they say could lead to privatization.
Photos by Justin Sauer (Above) A n aban doned eagle’s nest in the top of the middle tree at the Manasquan Reser voir. ( R ight) Reservoir boat tour captain Glenn Perkins takes the wheel.
Judge Calls Disbarred Attorney A ‘Con Artist’
By Stephanie Faughnan J ERSEY SHOR E – A former attorney who continued accepting clients after he was disbarred was sentenced to three years of probation after paying $70,755 in restitution to six people who believed he was still licensed to practice law. David T. Schlendorf, 54, Photo by Stephanie Faughnan now of Holladay, Utah, David T. Schlendorf was displeaded guilty to five counts barred but still practiced law.
of theft by deception and one count of unauthorized practice of law. Although Superior Court Judge Guy P. Ryan accepted the probationary sentence negotiated as part of Schlendorf’s plea agreement, he delivered a harsh assessment of the for mer attor ney’s conduct. “This is a deliberate, organized criminal scheme,”
Ryan said. “There’s no way to justify this.” Schlendorf once served as an assistant prosecutor, maintained a private law practice and was well known in the community. In a letter submitted before sentencing, he cited his years coaching youth sports and donating to local athletic organizations. Ryan said those connections (Con Artist - See Page 2)
By Declan R. Vidal FREEHOLD - Members of the American Postal Workers Union gathered outside the Freehold Post Office recently as part of the nationwide “Protect Our Public Post Office” Day of Action. Participants called for continued investment in the nation’s mail service and opposed efforts they believe could lead to privatization. Kim Miller, a postal employee of 26 years and a union member for 23 years, said the demonstration was intended to encourage the public to become more involved in protecting the Postal Service. “We’re here today to save the post office… to save a service to the public,” she said. According to Miller, participants are asking residents to contact their U.S. senators and members of Congress regarding vacancies on the USPS Board of Governors, which oversees the Postal Service.
She said she believes maintaining a strong, publicly operated Postal Service is essential for communities across the country. “If you like your post office, and you want the trust that we’ve always had, you have to stand up and stay in this fight,” she said. Miller said she is also concerned about the long-term future of the Postal Service and wants to ensure it remains available for future generations. “I want to be able to retire one day, and I want to be able to hand it over to the next generation,” she said. During the rally, participants expressed concerns about rising postage costs, service changes, and maintaining reliable mail delivery, particularly in rural communities. Some also advocated for new services, including postal banking, which they believe could strengthen the (Postal - See Page 4)
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