Author: Central Jersey
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CREAM RIDGE: Artist turns canvas into wearable art
A local artist has transformed her original paintings into wearable art on pure silk scarves. by Amy Batista, Special Writer CREAM RIDGE — A local artist has transformed her original paintings into wearable art on pure silk scarves. ”I have always loved to paint and my Indian heritage has a tremendous influence on my paintings,”…
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LETTER: Psychologist urges daily plan for life in lieu of resolutions
To the editor: One of the most frequent reasons that New Year’s resolutions are not followed is that they are not made in front of people. The majority of people make New Year’s resolution in private. Research shows that resolutions made in front of a group of people are more likely to be followed.…
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MANVILLE: There’s a place at table for Vietnam War soldiers
Cathy Glen-Henkel explains table setting at Sunday’s POW/MIA service in Manville. (Photo by Mary Ellen Day)
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LAMBERTVILLE: Consolidation, ladder truck are part of fire plan
Fire district election is Feb. 15 By John Tredrea, Special Writer Voter approval of the Lambertville fire district’s proposed 2014 budget will bring a very small fire tax increase — up one-tenth of one cent per $100 of assessed property value over last year’s tax, said Aladar Komjathy, chairman of the city’s board of fire…
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR: January 31
Wednesdays Free Acoustic Open Mic Night and Poetry at Star Subs and Café in the Buckley Plaza 621 Route 130, Hamilton, will be hosted Wednesdays at 7 p.m. by American Idol contestant Bri Lobue. Audience and musicians are welcome. 609-333- 1230. Mondays Free Memoir Writing Classes. All welcome. Every Monday 1:30 –4 p.m., Main floor…
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ASK THE DOCTOR: Is cholesterol uncontrollable?
Donna Reger, MD Question: I understand cholesterol is hereditary. Does that mean it’s uncontrollable? Cholesterol is a soft, fat-like substance found in the blood stream and in every component of your body. It is used to form cell membranes and in the production of hormones like estrogen and testosterone. While your family history, age,…
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HAMILTON: New rabies clinic added
Hamilton’s next rabies clinic will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22 at the McManimon Township Building located at 320 Scully Ave., between the hours of 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. HAMILTON — In light of the cancellation of last week’s free pet rabies clinic due to inclement weather, township officials have announced an additional clinic…
