Author: Greater Media
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Deer pose danger for N.J. drivers
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Deer management is a crucial process in controlling the population of the wild mammal in New Jersey, a number that could well exceed 200,000 this year, according to state officials The state issues annual warnings during peak deer mating season that occurs usually from late October…
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Officials say ferry service is ‘very close’
By JACQUELINE DURETT Staff Writer South Amboy officials believe the process to get a ferry service back up and running has been on fast-forward the past couple of months. Officials have been working to bring back the ferry, which had been quickly established to assist with commuting efforts after Sept. 11, 2001. That service, which…
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‘Go Green’ during holidays by reducing gift wrap, recycling packing peanuts
By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer Reuse holiday items such as a festive holiday napkin used as wrapping, newsprint-wrapped gifts, burlap-wrapped gifts and gift tags cut from Christmas cards. PHOTO COURTESY OF NANCY KRAUSS Residents are encouraged to “Go Green For the Holidays.” Trash sent to the landfill increases an average of 25 percent because of…
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Take care in disposal of Christmas trees, tinsel, gift wrap
While residents deck the halls, giftwrap goodies and prepare for upcoming festivities, the Middlesex County Improvement Authority’s (MCIA) Recycling Division is issuing an advisory about the proper disposal of holiday-related items. Products like greeting cards, envelopes and gift wrap are generally classified under mixed paper, with one major caveat, said MCIA Recycling Manager Ed Windas.…
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Accutest settles accusations of improper testing
An environmental testing company headquartered in Dayton will pay $3 million to resolve allegations that it failed to follow proper Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) methodology during some of its tests. Accutest Corp., also known as Accutest Laboratories, is an environmental testing laboratory founded in 1956. It provides environmental analytical services to industrial, engineering/consulting and government…
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Craft sale to aid foster and adoptive families
Old Bridge resident Gail Small will hold a fundraising sale of her handcrafted items 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Dec. 12 at her home, 18 York St. Half of the proceeds from the event will go to Foster and Adoptive Family Services of Middlesex County. Monetary contributions for the nonprofit organization also will be accepted. Donations of…
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Christmas concert on tap at S.R. church
Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Church Choir will host its 14th annual Christmas Concert 3 p.m. Dec. 13 at the church, 76 Whitehead Ave., South River. Admission is free of charge. All are invited to attend. A reception will be held in the church hall after the concert. For more information, log on to www.saintpeterandpaul.org.
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Library to celebrate New Year’s at Noon
The Old Bridge Public Library, Route 516 and Cottrell Drive, will sponsor its annual New Year’s at Noon celebration beginning at 11 a.m. Dec. 31. The event will feature stories, crafts and a crystal ball dropping at noon. For more information, log on to www.oldbridgelibrary.org or call 732-721- 5600, ext. 5033.
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Old Town Village offers holiday traditions for the whole family
Old Town Village in Piscataway will serve as the host to several holiday traditions for the whole family on Dec. 13, including crafts, carriage rides and live music. PHOTO COURTESY OF THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY OFFICE OF CULTURE AND HERITAGE PISCATAWAY — The Middlesex County Office of Culture and Heritage invites residents to experience its “Seasonal…
