Author: Greater Media
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Web series: Somewhere between heaven and hell
By MICHAEL NUNES Staff Writer A scene from “Here We Wait,” a web series produced in South River that hits the net in early August. The series has a cast of local and national actors. COURTESY OF OLIVIA BAPTISTA Who would have known that purgatory is a Portuguese bar and restaurant in South River? “Here…
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Bikers benefit Habitat for Humanity
METUCHEN — Those who rode in the Farmlands Bicycle Tour this year gleaned more than the sense of accomplishment that comes with traversing many miles on a bike. The Metuchen-based Central Jersey Bicycle Club (CJBC) donated $4,000 to Habitat for Humanity in Monmouth County from proceeds raised from the May event. “We are proud to…
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SMART Carpet and Flooring launches home improvement idea blog
BACK TO BUSINESS News of Greater Media Newspapers’ advertisers They bring thousands of flooring options right to tri-state homeowners, and now SMART Carpet and Flooring is bringing home improvement ideas and advice to homeowners nationwide, thanks to the new SMART Carpet Blogs. Launched in June, SMART Carpet Blogs features design inspiration and how-to articles to…
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Benefit for victims of domestic violence set
Last year, Eleonora Zampatti, a Red Bank yoga instructor, launched Ode to the Moon, which combines the healing powers of art, music and yoga, to help victims of domestic abuse. On July 26 at 5 p.m., she will hold another event at Renaissance Pilates at 8 E. Front St., Red Bank. Proceeds will benefit 180…
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Monmouth County Fair
TOP PICK There will be something for everybody to enjoy at the 41st annual Monmouth County Fair, which will take place July 22-24 from 5-11 p.m., July 25 from 3-11 p.m. and July 26 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the East Freehold Showgrounds, 1500 Kozloski Road, Freehold Township. New rides will be provided…
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Foundation raises $1 million for theater
The Charles Lafitte Foundation (CLF) raised a record $1 million for Count Basie Theatre through its 12th annual Charity Golf Classic, which was held at the Baltusrol Golf Club in Springfield on June 29. The funds that were raised at this year’s event will create an endowment for arts and educational outreach programs at Count…
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SPORT SHORTS
Middletown native Trevor van Riemsdyk is bringing the most cherished trophy in hockey — the Stanley Cup — home. Van Riemsdyk, a defenseman for the Chicago Blackhawks, will bring the Cup to the Middletown Arts Center July 30 from 2:30-4 p.m. Everyone is welcome to stop by to congratulate van Riemsdyk, who starred at Christian…
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SCOTT FRIEDMAN Patrons enjoy the festivities at the Carnevale Italiano in North Brunswick on July 15.
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Gov. Christie not serving the state’s interests
Rather than carrying out his responsibilities to serve the interests of the people of New Jersey, Gov. Chris Christie has been focused on using the powers of his office over the past few years simply to promote himself as a presidential candidate. The governor’s actions have been carefully orchestrated to please big campaign donors, the…
