Author: Greater Media

  • Real estate investing for beginners

    On the heels of a recession that saw home values drop, many would-be investors have shied away from buying investment properties. But real estate has historically remained a sound investment, boasting a long-term appreciation rate that makes it a worthwhile investment for those who can withstand temporary setbacks in housing prices and hold on to…

  • Theater students seek inspiration in science

    A new program in the School of the Arts on the East Brunswick campus of the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools (MCVTS) is exploring if scientific knowledge can spark creativity in the arts. In cooperation with New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) in Newark, McCarter Theatre in Princeton and Rutgers University, 53 MCVTS theater…

  • Did you know …

    Showtime will debut the critically acclaimed documentary film “Listen to Me Marlon” on Saturday, Nov. 14, at 9 p.m. This groundbreaking Marlon Brando documentary premiered to rave reviews in theaters this summer and at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival. The movie unlocks Brando’s extensive never-before-heard personal audio archives, bringing viewers on a creative odyssey into…

  • John Powell exhibit opens at Beacon Fine Arts Gallery

    Nan’s Poppies Too Beacon Fine Arts Gallery in Red Bank will host opening receptions for its annual exhibition of works by artist John Powell from 7-9:30 p.m. Nov. 6 and 5- 9 p.m. Nov. 7. The artist will be present at the gallery, which is located at 61 Monmouth St. A lyrical realist painter, Powell…

  • Colts secure another county cross-country title

    By TIM MORRIS Staff Writer Christian Brothers Academy teammates Genaro Anzalone, left, and Brian Dengler finished third and fourth at the Monmouth County Cross-Country Championships, helping the defending champion Colts win yet another team championship. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Even without running its full team, Christian Brothers Academy’s (CBA) cross-country team remains miles ahead of…

  • Princesses, pirate coming to library gala

    The Friends of the South Brunswick Public Library will host its Pirate and Princess Party 2-3 p.m. Nov. 15 in meeting room A/B at the library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. Youngsters ages 2-8 are invited to attend. The fundraiser will support children’s classes and events at the library. The party will feature crafts, face-painting,…

  • South River candidates agree: Electric rates are a major issue

    Election 2015 By MICHAEL NUNES Staff Writer SOUTH RIVER — It was billed as a debate, but there were plenty of barbs hurled by both sides. At the Oct. 16 candidates’ debate, organized by the Luso-American Political Action Committee, mayoral and council candidates exchanged views before the general election on Nov. 3. The mayoral candidates…

  • Slavicek seeks to unseat Martin as Helmetta mayor

    By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer HELMETTA — Mayor Nancy Martin is facing a challenge in her bid for another four-year mayoral term from Councilman Christopher Slavicek on Nov. 3. Slavicek said last week one of his reasons for running for mayor is to help rebuild the town’s image following the widely reported problems that resulted…

  • Middlesex County clerk named VP of state association

    Elaine M. Flynn Middlesex County Clerk Elaine M. Flynn has been sworn in as the vice president of the Constitutional Officers Association of New Jersey (COANJ). The COANJ includes all registers, surrogates, sheriffs and county clerks in the state. The officials work together to promote the best practices in each county office and also submit…