Author: Greater Media
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Proposals reimagine Marine Park
By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer Three proposals submitted to Red Bank offer different takes on how best to replace the crumbling clay tennis courts at the borough’s riverfront Marine Park. A family activity center, a boathouse centered on the Navesink River, and a plan to rebuild and restore the tennis courts are all being considered…
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Congregation to host talk by climate activist
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Monmouth County will host Harriet Shugarman, who will present “Women Motivating Climate Hope” at its 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Sunday services on April 26 at 1475 W. Front St., Lincroft. All are welcome to the services, which will incorporate Earth Day recognition and be led by Unitarian Universalist Ministerial…
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BUSINESS BRIEFS
Turning Point Restaurants recently raised over $51,000 for the Kortney Rose Foundation (KRF) at its annual “Great Food for a Great Cause” event held at its restaurants in Brick, Cherry Hill, Hoboken, Holmdel, Little Silver, Long Branch, Manalapan, Marlton, Sea Girt and Westfield. KRF raises funds for pediatric brain tumor research at the Children’s Hospital…
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Temple Shalom accepting camp registrations
The Early Learning Center of Temple Shalom is currently accepting registrations for its summer camp programs at 5 Ayrmont Lane, Aberdeen. The six-week summer camp for children age 2-5 will meet each Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. beginning July 7. Outdoor activities will allow campers to enjoy the weather, explore nature and…
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Community Day and parade set in Holmdel
Holmdel Recreation and the Holmdel Youth Activities Association (HYAA) are sponsoring a Community Day and Opening Day Parade 10 a.m.-4 p.m. April 25 at Cross Farm Park, 10 Longbridge Road, Holmdel. The rain date is April 26. The HYAA parade will begin at 10 a.m. inside Cross Farm Park. Community Day will feature familyfriendly events…
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Students with special needs gain independence via travel program
A program being undertaken by the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools seeks to make students with special needs comfortable with public transportation. The joint effort with Rutgers University and the New Jersey Travel Independence Program promotes “a student’s sense of independence and self-determination,” said Tracey Maccia, the vocational school district’s director of special education.…
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Townwide garage sale slated in Metuchen
The Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce will present the 17th annual Spring Townwide Garage Sale 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 25. The rain date will be April 26. This year, there will be no fall garage sale. Last year, more than 200 homes registered for this annual event. For more information, call 732-548- 2964.
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College veterans center appoints new coordinator
EDISON — The new coordinator of the Center for Veterans Services at Middlesex County College (MCC) brings years of experience and knowledge to the post. Richard Feldman, an Air Force veteran with many years of experience as a business executive, consultant and assistant academic dean, was recently appointed to serve as coordinator of the center,…
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Spaces available at Community Yard Sale
The Friends of the East Brunswick Public Library is seeking vendors for its annual Community Yard Sale scheduled for 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. May 16 at East Brunswick High School, Cranbury Road. Fee for a double parking space is $20. Additional parking spaces are available for $10 each on a first-come basis. Refreshments will be…
