Author: Greater Media
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Old Bridge planners deem sites prime for redevelopment
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer The decision on what to do with the former school building and a vacant lot in the Laurence Harbor section now lies in the hands of the Old Bridge Township Council, which must decide whether to accept the planning board’s recommendation. The planning board unanimously voted on July 8 in…
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Residents can enter Home Arts competition
Residents from around the area are invited to enter the Middlesex County Fair Home Arts competition. There are 16 divisions, including vegetables, fruit, flowers, baked goods, canning, quilts, needlework, knitting, crocheting, handwork, sewing, crafts, woodworking, art, photography and the new seasonal/holiday decorations category. Pre-register or bring the items to the fairgrounds, 655 Cranbury Rd., East…
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Open space debated for property on Cheesequake Road
By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer Members of Sayreville’s open space committee are joining the debate about whether to acquire a Cheesequake Road property for open space despite existing encroachments on the nearly fouracre tract. Stanley Drwal, a member of the open space committee, said in an interview that the property is “far worse than…
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Country superstar is not ready to fold ‘em yet
Kenny Rogers will hold concert in Ocean Grove on Saturday By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer Country superstar Kenny Rogers will perform in Ocean Grove and Atlantic City this weekend, just after publicly announcing his first Christmas album in 17 years. PHOTO COURTESY OF WEBSTER PUBLIC RELATIONS Kenny Rogers is celebrating Christmas in July. The famed…
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Psychic to offer July 18 presentation at library
The Old Bridge Public Library will host psychic medium Barbara Lee 2:30 p.m. July 18 at the library Main Branch, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. Lee will speak about how to work with a psychic for optimal results. She then will offer readings for several random audience members; interested individuals should bring a photo in…
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Senior group plans trip to Myrtle Beach
The Our Lady of Victories Senior Group is sponsoring a trip to Myrtle Beach Sept. 20–26. The seven-day, six-night trip includes lodging, bus transportation, five breakfasts, four full course dinners and three shows. In addition, there will be a Charleston harbor cruise with a visit to Fort Sumter the historic Charleston Market. For more information…
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High school teacher charged in sexual assault released on $100K bail
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer SOUTH AMBOY — A 24-year-old history teacher at the now closed Cardinal McCarrick High School (CMHS) was charged with having sexual relations with a 17-year-old student. Fatima Grupico, of Linden, was charged on July 9 with sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child after an investigation determined she…
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Planners approve expansion of firehouse
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — The Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company has received approval for a 6,500 square-foot expansion of the firehouse building. The Planning Board voted in favor of the expansion of the fire company building, located on Route 34 next to Cheesequake Elementary School, at a meeting on July 7. “We…
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Curtain to rise on Monroe author’s play
Jemma Nigh Productions will present several upcoming performances of “Sisters in Pain,” a satire by Monroe author Myra Danon. The schedule is as follows: July 23 — 7 p.m., Mercer County Library, Twin Rivers Branch, 276 Abbington Drive, East Windsor; Aug. 13 — 7 p.m., Monmouth County Library Headquarters, 125 Symmes Drive, Manalapan;…
