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What goes up
Mortgage rate predictions for 2017 By Erik J. Martin CTW Features “What goes up must come down,” Isaac Newton once said. But the opposite is also true, which has many folks in the real estate industry thinking that the golden era of the past few years – when mortgage interest rates reached historical lows –…
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Library slates interactive ‘Dirty Dancing’ anniversary party
LONG BRANCH — The Long Branch Free Public Library will celebrate Baby and Johnny’s 30th anniversary with an interactive “Dirty Dancing” movie party at 7 p.m. on Jan. 28 at the Main Library, 328 Broadway. Guests are invited to quote, sing and dance along during this free movie screening, which is also the inaugural event of…
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Community celebrates Hanukkah
JACKSON – On Dec. 29, the sixth night of Hanukkah, hundreds of residents of all ages came to the Jackson municipal building to participate in the lighting of the menorah. Guests were greeted by Honey and Bob Greenberg in the lobby of town hall and enjoyed kosher jelly donuts, chocolate gelt, beverages and spinning dreidels.…
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Lose weight, feel great
Obesity can cost a person the ability to move well and live independently. Obesity-related disorders include diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, depression, and certain cancers. The treatment of these conditions can deplete a person’s savings, take years off of their life, and increase the costs in our healthcare system. Since 2010, hundreds of people have been…
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Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital to hold free cardiac and concussion screening for athletes on Feb. 4
SOMERVILLE– Free cardiac and concussion screenings for young athletes ages 14 to 18 will be held on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2017 from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset (RWJUH) Family Practice, 110 Rehill Avenue in Somerville. RWJUH Somerset cardiologists, nurses and technicians will conduct the evaluations, which include a…
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What is so great about Pilates?
Pilates is an exercises method that is excellent for the senior and athlete alike, an exercise method that both stretches and strengthens important muscles for longevity and optimal balance. The Senior: Although Pilates isn’t a cardiovascular workout it is ideal as an anti aging exercise program. Lots of women and men take up Pilates in…
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News Transcript On Campus, Jan. 18
Samantha Nicole Drake, the daughter of Leslie and Steve Drake of Marlboro, has been named to the dean’s list for the 2016 fall semester at Quinnipiac University, Hamden, Connecticut. Samantha is majoring in marketing. She is a 2015 graduate of Marlboro High School. Grace Jackey, a freshman communication major from Colts Neck, was named to…
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Marinari, Lotito begin new terms in Plumsted
PLUMSTED – Republicans Herb Marinari and Vincent Lotito were sworn in to office for new three-year terms on the Township Committee during Plumsted’s 2017 reorganization meeting on Jan. 2. The oath of office that each man took was administered by state Assemblyman Ronald Dancer, who is presently serving as the township’s business administrator. Marinari and…
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Havdalah and musical program slated Feb. 4
Neve Shalom of Metuchen will hold Havdalah on Feb. 4, led by the fourth graders, at 250 Grove Ave. Adult members of the synagogue will sing the music of Jerry Herman, including “Hello Dolly,” “Mame,” “The Best of Times” and other selections as well. Herman is an American composer and lyricist known for his work in Broadway musical theater. He…
