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Arbor Day ceremony, liberty tree application included in 250th celebration plans

Mayor and Council of the Borough of West Long Branch · April 22, 2026
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Summary

Councilwoman Ruane announced an Arbor Day ceremony at BME at 1 p.m. Friday and said Ellen Whitford applied for a liberty tree planting through the Sons of the American Revolution as part of the borough's 250th celebration.

Councilwoman Ruane told the council on April 22 that, as part of the borough’s 250th celebration, the Sons of the American Revolution offer a program to apply for a liberty tree planting and that Ellen Whitford has applied on the borough’s behalf. She invited residents to attend an Arbor Day celebration scheduled for Friday at 1:00 p.m. at BME, at which the Mayor will read a proclamation. Ruane also noted that Shore Regional High School has been recognized by U.S. News as one of the best schools in the country.

The announcements tie into the borough’s yearlong 250th events program and include opportunities for volunteer participation and ceremonial planting. The council did not take formal action on the items beyond public recognition and event promotion.

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