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  • Free storytime events include Batman vs. Superman Day

    Barnes & Noble will hold the following free storytimes for children at its North Brunswick location, 869 Route 1 south: “Too Many Carrots” at 11 a.m. on March 12 will feature the picture book of the month. Activities and coloring will follow. “When Spring Comes” is scheduled for 11 a.m. on March 19. Batman vs.…

  • St. Patrick’s Day party to include buffet, bag pipes

    Raymond Russo will be the host to a St. Patty`s Day Party from 3 p.m. to closing on March 17 at Lago Restaurant, 230 Washington Place, North Brunswick. There will be live bag pipes; an Irish buffet featuring corned beef and cabbage, Reuben sandwiches, shepherd’s pie and Irish soda bread; Irish whiskey and beer specials; and free giveaways.…

  • Monmouth County budget shows drop in taxes

    Monmouth County budget shows drop in taxes

    The Monmouth County 2016 proposed budget reflects cuts in spending and in taxes. As introduced by the Board of Freeholders in February, the county’s budget has decreased from $488 million in 2015 to $469.85 million in 2016 – a decrease in spending of $18.1 million. The county will collect $302.47 million in taxes from residential…

  • News Transcript Datebook, March 9

    News Transcript Datebook, March 9

    • The Monmouth County Audubon Society will sponsor a free field trip at Big Brook County Park, 521 Route 520, Marlboro, on March 13. Meet at 6 p.m. in the parking lot. Participants will be in search of the American woodcock. The trip is open to members and nonmembers of the Audubon Society. Participants should…

  • Foundation hopes to fund research project

    Foundation hopes to fund research project

    MANALAPAN – James Anthony (“Jamesy”) Raffone may not know it, but the experimental treatment he is receiving for his very rare, fatal disease may be sparking a new research study at the University of Minnesota, according to a press release. Jamesy, 6, has a mutation of a disease called Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. This mutation is…

  • Registration opens for preschool summer programs

    Registration opens for preschool summer programs

    The Early Learning Center of Temple Shalom at 5 Ayrmont Lane in Aberdeen is accepting registrations for its summer programs for toddlers and preschoolers. The Fill the Gaps program is for children age 2-5 and will run from June 20 to July 1 or Aug. 22 to Sept. 2. Classes will be held Tuesday through Thursday from…

  • Church to host egg hunt March 26

    Church to host egg hunt March 26

    Middletown United Methodist Church will host a Community Egg Hunt and Party for children in preschool through grade 5 at 11 a.m. March 26 at 924 Middletown-Lincroft Road, Middletown. The event will also feature food, story time and crafts. Bring a friend and a basket to collect eggs. For more information, call 732-671-0707 or visit…

  • ‘Shortest’ St. Patrick’s Day parade slated

    ‘Shortest’ St. Patrick’s Day parade slated

    The sixth annual New Jersey Shortest St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Dinner will begin 6 p.m. March 11 at Washington Engine Company, 176 Jackson St., Matawan. March with members of the Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh Pipes and Drums for five minutes and then enjoy a dinner of corned beef, cabbage and potatoes at the…

  • Volunteers sought for domestic violence response team

    Volunteers sought for domestic violence response team

    The Holmdel Township Police Department is currently recruiting volunteers to serve on its Domestic Violence Response Team (DVRT). Applications are being accepted. 180 Turning Lives Around (180) will conduct an intensive 40-hour mandatory training course for DVRT volunteers from 6-9:30 p.m. April 4-28, each Monday, Wednesday and Thursday, in the courtroom at the Hazlet Township…