Author: Greater Media
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Gala to benefit health programs, hospitals
NEPTUNE — The 18th annual Meridian Health Affiliated Foundations’ Gala, “Building a Better Future,” will take place from 6-11 p.m. Nov. 21 at Ocean Place Resort & Spa, 1 Ocean Blvd., Long Branch. The signature fundraising event will benefit Meridian’s not-for-profit hospitals and community health programs in both Monmouth and Ocean counties. This year’s gala…
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MPG OK?
Q&A with Sharon Peters Q: Have you ever known of or heard of anyone whose new car actually got the mpg numbers detailed on the window stickers they put on cars in the lot (the fuel economy numbers EPA attaches to cars)? I think they’re a joke. A: That’s been a question among consumers for…
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Assemblywoman Mary Pat Angelini (in back) served as grand marshal of Long Branch’s 68th annual Columbus Day Parade on Oct. 11. PHOTO COURTESY OF MICHELE HELIES
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The dangers of driving with dogs
Transporting a pet can be hazardous to one’s driving, especially if Fido or Fifi is not properly restrained By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features A dd taking one’s dog along for the ride to the list of potentially dangerous behind-thewheel distractions faced by today’s drivers. According to data compiled by the AAA in Orlando, Fla., and…
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Swimsuit Station Outlet has all your year-round swimwear needs
Swimsuit Station Outlet is your premier swimwear destination at the Jersey Shore. Open all year round, they “suit” all your needs. They stock more than 350,000 swimsuit, cover-ups, board shorts, swim trunks, rash guards, and more for men, women, and children of all ages. They also carry swim accessories such as beach bags, hats and…
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Pumpkin carving to include candle lighting
The Dayton Village Citizen’s Coalition and the South Brunswick Garden Club are sponsoring their annual Pumpkin Carving and Lighting Celebration on Oct. 24 at the historic Wetherill House, 269 Georges Rd,, Dayton. The rain date is Oct. 25. The event will begin at 3 p.m., with pumpkin carving and a barbecue, followed by the battery…
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City seeks grant to fund clean up of vaccant site
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer LONG BRANCH — City officials are hoping to tap into a state remediation program that would help convert a vacated gas station on Norwood Avenue into a pocket park. A resolution to submit an application to the New Jersey Economic Development Authority’s (EDA) Hazardous Discharge Site Remediation fund that will…
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Library slates seasonal programs
The Long Branch Free Public Library has scheduled Halloween-themed events at 328 Broadway. “Gravestone Art and Symbolism” will be presented at 7 p.m. Oct. 28. The Long Branch Historical Association and Lorna and Phil Wooldridge of Wise Owl Workshops will discuss gravestone symbolism from family burial plots to elaborate rural cemeteries of the Victorian era…
