Author: Greater Media

  • Redbirds work to play as a team in rebuilding year

    By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent In a preseason of uncertainty amid total rebuilding, Allentown High School boys soccer coach Andrew Plunkett finally is getting a read on his team and whether it can be competitive as it has been over the past three seasons. “We’ve got some talent. It’s just a matter of them playing together,”…

  • SPORT SHORTS

    When the 29th season of Drew University women’s soccer begins on Sept. 1, seniors Emma Campbell (Cresskill), Melanie Santos (John F. Kennedy Memorial) and Shannon Slowey (Delaware Valley Regional) will wear the captains’ armbands, announced by head coach Christa Racine.

  • Make the most of your home appraisal

    When homeowners think about renovating their properties, many first need to secure some funding to finance such projects. Some may tap into the equity of their homes by refinancing an existing mortgage, while others may apply for home equity loans. Taking the latter approach may require certain steps, including an assessment of how much the…

  • The highs and lows of downsizing

    Time to condense the nest? Keep these considerations in mind before moving to a smaller home. By Erik J. Martin CTW Features Whether you’re an empty nester, recent retiree, or consolidator who refrains from hoarding too many possessions, moving from your current home to a more compact and lowermaintenance residence can make a lot of…

  • The cheapest and costliest 2015 cars to insure

    Looking to buy a sports coupe or luxury car? Be prepared to dig deep to cover the cost of insurance premiums By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features DODGE GRAND CARAVAN SE PLUS Those looking to save money on car insurance should consider buying a family-minded minivan or SUV/crossover, with several Jeep vehicles enjoying among the least…

  • Snooze alert

    Q&A with Sharon Peters Q: I heard on “Today” that Nissan has a new technology coming out that alerts the driver who’s falling asleep at the wheel. They explained a little about how it works, but did not say when this car will be out. We don’t have a Nissan dealership in our area so…

  • Clearwater Festival celebrates its roots in the life of Pete Seeger

    By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer The 40th annual New Jersey Clearwater Festival will have at its heart a day of remembrance and celebration of the men who started it all — Pete Seeger and Bob Killian. Presented by the New Jersey Friends of Clearwater, the free Clearwater Festival will take place at Brookdale Community…

  • Raiders seek continued improvement

    By WARREN RAPPLEYEA Correspondent North Brunswick Township High School’s girls soccer team has gradually improved over the past four years under coach Javier Velasco and this fall, the Raiders are looking to get over the .500 mark after turning in a 7- 8-3 record a year ago. The Raiders qualified for the NJSIAA Central Group…

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    MARK ROSMAN/STAFF Waiting for a winning number at St. Rose of Lima Bingo, Freehold Borough, Aug. 22.