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Police: Distracted driving caused crash on Route 1
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – Police are blaming distracted driving as the cause of a crash on Route 1 last week. A 21-year-old driver was headed on Route 1 south near Deans Lane when he struck the center median during rush hour on April 19, forcing him to stay on the southbound side of the road, according…
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Freehold Borough will replace trees damaged in storms
FREEHOLD – Following two hurricanes, a Halloween snowstorm and a supercell that devastated Freehold Borough’s urban canopy, municipal officials will begin planting more than 200 replacement trees. The trees will be planted with the aid of a Community Stewardship Incentive Program Grant from the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Forestry Division, according to a…
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Jamesburg Elks to hold Mother’s Day brunch
Jamesburg Elks Lodge No. 2180 will hold a Mother’s Day breakfast from 9 a.m. to noon on May 14 at the lodge, 74 W. Railroad Ave., Jamesburg. Brunch will include eggs, pancakes, French toast, hash browns, sausage, bacon, toast, bagels, muffins, coffee and juice. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for mothers and $5 for…
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Marching band to hold car wash April 29
The Sayreville War Memorial High School Marching Band will hold a car wash from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on April 29 at the school, 820 Washington Road, Parlin section of Sayreville. The school will also hold a clothing drive fundraiser along with another car wash from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. June 10 at…
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Brunch will recognize volunteers in the foster care system
Only about one quarter of Middlesex County children in foster care have someone solely dedicated to looking out for their best interests. Court-Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) are trained, dedicated volunteers who work on the front lines with the courts, the schools, healthcare providers and social and protective services to make sure each child gets the…
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Children’s yoga program begins May 2
The North Brunswick Department of Parks, Recreation & Community Services (DPRCS) is offering a Kids Yoga program on Tuesday evenings from May 2-23 at the North Brunswick Senior Center, 15 Linwood Place. Classes for ages 4-8 is from 5-5:30 p.m., and from 5:30-6:15 p.m. for ages 9-12. Each class is age-appropriate and is quite different…
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Howell vehicle stop yields heroin stash
HOWELL – Three residents of Ocean County were charged with drug offenses following their arrest during a motor vehicle stop in Howell. Police said that at 4 p.m. April 11, Howell Police Department Crime Suppression Unit Capt. Thomas Rizzo, Detective Sgt. Jack Headley, Detective T.J. Hurley, Detective Robert Ortenzi, Detective Ryan Richards, Detective David Gilliland…
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Students honored for work in Howell
Colts Neck High School seniors Ally McGowan and Ben Long have been recognized as the national PAL female and male youths of the year in recognition of their dedication and commitment to the Howell Police Athletic League and the community of Howell, according to a press release from the Freehold Regional High School District. The…
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La Tavola to hold painting party May 9
La Tavola Cucina will hold its next painting party at 7 p.m. on May 9 at the restaurant, Old Bridge Turnpike, South River. Pick from canvas, slate or wood to create a masterpiece. The cost is $22. To make a reservation, call 732-406-0172 or the venue directly at 732-238-2111.
