Author: JENNIFER AMATO
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Community Bulletin Board: Criterion Sentinel (for March 11)
The B’nai B’rith Ketubah Unit will meet for lunch at 2 p.m. on March 15 at Cafe Gallo, 1153 Inman Ave., Edison. Separate checks. Ketubah Unit is open to Jewish couples and singles, and prospective members, age 55 and older. RSVP to Elaine at 908-232-0062 by March 12. The Makhelat Hamercaz Jewish…
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South Brunswick schools superintendent prepares for worst effects of loss of state aid
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – Administrative cuts. Increased costs for programming. Transportation changes. A reduction of kindergarten offerings. South Brunswick School District Superintendent of Schools Scott Feder named some of the worst-case scenario effects of an anticipated $9 million loss in state aid through 2024 and cautioned residents those effects could become reality. On March 2, Feder…
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Officials throughout Middlesex County address coronavirus
Officials in Middlesex County are addressing concerns about the spread of coronavirus to the U.S. The South Brunswick Office of Emergency Management (OEM) held a briefing on preparation and response to the coronavirus on March 2. More than two dozen stakeholders representing schools, EMS, fire, health, elected officials and township department heads…
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Community Bulletin Board: the North and South Brunswick Sentinel (for March 4)
The North Brunswick Police Department will hold its Civilian Police Academy. Accepted applicants will work alongside North Brunswick first responders to gain insight into how the various departments work. The program will meet from 7-9:30 p.m. on Wednesdays from March 25 to May 20. Participants must be at least 21 years old and are subject…
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Community Bulletin Board: the Suburban (for March 4)
Sayreville United Methodist Church will hold a St. Patrick’s Day dinner from 6-8 p.m. on March 14 at the church, 406 Main St., Sayreville. Adults are $12; seniors/students/children ages 6-12 are $8; children under 5 receive a free meal of spaghetti and meatballs. Dinner includes corned beef or spaghetti, boiled cabbage, carrots, potatoes,…
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Community Bulletin Board: the Sentinel (for March 4)
East Brunswick AARP Chapter 4855 will meet at 10:30 a.m. on March 10 in the Civic Center Firehouse, 310 Rues Lane, East Brunswick. Guest entertainer John Trzeciak will perform. Members and guests are encouraged to wear green for St. Patrick’s Day. For more information, call 732-238-3626. Raritan Chapter 58, Order of the Eastern Star,…
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Event center contemplated for double hotel site in North Brunswick
NORTH BRUNSWICK – With proper approval, an event center could be built between the Staybridge Suites and Holiday Inn Express and Suites on Route 1 in North Brunswick. Experts testifying on behalf of Koyal Realty LLC came before the North Brunswick Planning Board on Feb. 11 to discuss a building that would sit between the…
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Community Bulletin Board: Criterion Sentinel (for February 26)
A presentation “The Fiddle in America: A History and Demonstration” will be held by Dr. Matthew Backes at 1:30 p.m. on March 3 at the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison. The event is free and open to the community as space allows. The program is funded by…
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Community Bulletin Board: the North and South Brunswick Sentinel (for February 26)
The North Brunswick Police Unity Tour Team will hold a Designer Bag Bingo & Gift Auction from 5:30-11 p.m. on March 27 at Our Lady of Peace Church, Parish Hall, 277 Washington Pl., North Brunswick. Proceeds benefit the officers who will take the bicycle ride from New Jersey to Washington, D.C. in May for National…
