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Freehold Dad, L.E.A.D. Marketing Exec David Kirby Dies, 48 Freehold Dad, L.E.A.D. Marketing Exec David Kirby Dies, 48
Freehold Dad, L.E.A.D. Marketing Exec David Kirby Dies, 48 Shock and sadness spread following the death of Freehold resident David J. Kirby on Thursday, Feb. 15. He was 48 years old. David, affectionately known as Dave, was born in Brick Township and died at CentraState Medical Center, according to his obituary. Dave most recently served as the vice president of marketing and advertising for Law Enforcement Against Drugs (LEAD), and worked in radio for many years, his obituary says. His LinkedIn profile shows he held marketing positions at several different radio and media agencies. Dave's death is particularly tragic for his colleague's…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Howell Township Officer Honored For Unique Approach To L.E.A.D. Instruction Howell Township Officer Honored For Unique Approach To L.E.A.D. Instruction
Howell Township Officer Honored For Unique Approach To L.E.A.D. Instruction Among its many challenges, COVID-19 required Howell Township Police Officer Jayme Higgins to refigure how to continue instructing 565 students in five schools in the L.E.A.D. "Too Good for Drugs" program. With no more in-person sessions, Higgins and his team brainstormed. Together with Officer Maureen McBride, Sgt. Paul Mazzeo and Jeanna Ribbon, Higgins came up with virtual lessons. He created videos using various emojis and voice recordings, then spent hours upon hours piecing assembling them into lessons. To thank him for his time, commitment and talent, his teammates nominated Higg…

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by Jerry DeMarco