Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor
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Labor Day Crossroads 10K, 5K and Fun Run set for Sept. 4
Registration is open for the 21st Annual Crossroads of New Jersey race on Sept. 4 in Woodbridge. Crossroads features a 10K and 5K race, and Lollipop races for the youngest runners. Crossroads is presented by the Mayor’s Wellness Campaign, the Mayor’s Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, and The Club at Woodbridge. All race events…
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Concert for the Cure slated for Sept. 25
On Sept. 25 the Janice Lopez Ovarian Cancer Foundation will present the Third Annual Concert For A Cure at the Tony Award-winning Crossroads Theater at 7 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. for a cocktail hour, hors d’oeuvres, and a silent auction. The featured performers will be the Encore Orchestra of New…
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How to determine if downsizing is for you
As men and women retire or approach retirement age, many opt to downsize their homes. Such a decision can save older adults substantial amounts of money while also liberating them from the hassle of maintaining large homes they no longer need. Downsizing to smaller homes or apartments is a significant step, one that homeowners should…
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How to transform a fixer-upper
The real estate market will always have its ups and downs, but real estate is an oft-profitable investment. Real estate investors do their investing for various reasons. Some see a house as a place to hang their hats for years and years, while others look at properties as nothing more than investments. Buying a home…
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Five simple ways to go green at home and save money
Thinking green throughout the year can offer some significant benefits. Here are some easy ways you can go green in your own home and lower your energy bills: • Invest in a programmable thermostat. It will automatically adjust the temperature in your house, saving you energy while you’re out for the day, away on vacation…
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Edison police on Slurpee detail
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — Several hundred local youngsters exhibiting good deeds, positive activities and acts of kindness around the township have received coupons from police officers for free Slurpees at 7-Eleven as part of “Operation Chill”, a partnership between the convenience store and the Edison Police Department. “Operation Chill is, literally, a…
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Make a home offer they can’t refuse
Buying a home can be very competitive. A well-maintained property with all of the bells and whistles that today’s buyers demand figures to attract many offers, and buyers who have found their dream homes must be prepared to make an offer that sellers can’t refuse. Standing out in a sea of other potential home buyers…
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Factors to consider when choosing a neighborhood
When shopping for a home, it’s easy for buyers to fall in love with a property. A well-maintained home with updated features can be hard to resist, but buyers must consider more than just a home’s appearance before submitting an offer. One variable prospective home buyers tend to value more highly than others is the…
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Things to consider before buying an investment property
Real estate can be an incredibly fruitful investment. Buying a property at the right time can provide investors with a substantial return when they decide to sell, and that opportunity compels many men and women to consider investing in real estate. While there’s no denying real estate can yield a great return on buyers’ initial…
