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Did you know?
PBS will air a Call the Midwife holiday episode on Sunday, Dec. 25 at 7:30 p.m. (check your local listings). Follow the Nonnatus House family to South Africa after they receive an SOS call from a mission hospital that’s understaffed, underfunded and threatened with closure. Facing tough challenges, they dig deep to save Hope Clinic…
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What do you think of the TV season so far?
By Matt Roush Question: Which of the fall’s premiere shows have held up, and which ones have you had to let fall by the wayside? — Ryan Matt Roush: My favorite network pilots at the time of Fall Preview were NBC’s This Is Us and ABC’s Designated Survivor. I’m still loving This Is Us, and…
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South Brunswick police ‘Target’ students who take initiative
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – South Brunswick police officers teamed up with outstanding young students to recognize them for their hard work in their schools and communities. The local police unions and school administrators visited Target on Dec. 14 for the third annual Heroes and Helpers event. Each of the students was recognized at a brief ceremony at the store,…
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Chelsea residents hold pasta night to support 2-year-old
MONROE – The Chelsea at Forsgate assisted living residence recently held a “Pasta for a Purpose” fundraiser on behalf of Trent Powers, a two-year-old Helmetta boy suffering from Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Money raised totaled $2,135 in dinners and other contributions. On Dec. 15, a check was presented to Trent’s mom, Kimberly Powers, at the…
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Freeholders to organize for 2017
The Monmouth County Board of Freeholders will organize for 2017 at 4 p.m. Jan. 5 at Biotechnology High School, 5000 Kozloski Road, Freehold Township. The meeting is open to the public. On the agenda will be the swearing in of Thomas A. Arnone and Serena DiMaso as members of the board of freeholders, Shaun Golden…
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Man charged with DWI while driving backhoe in South Brunswick
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – A local man was charged with DWI while driving a backhoe along New Road. South Brunswick police received phone calls about a man driving a backhoe near Route 1 while allegedly drinking beer and swerving all over the road around 3:45 p.m. on Dec. 13, according to information provided by the South…
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Performances of ‘Hurricane Diane’ slated in Red Bank
Two River Theater, 21 Bridge Ave., Red Bank, announces performances of “Hurricane Diane” by Madeleine George and directed by Leigh Silverman, will run from Jan. 14-Feb. 12 at the Marion Huber Theater. In this wild comedy, the Greek god Dionysus takes form as Diane, a lesbian permaculture gardener from Vermont. With a mission to gather…
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Monmouth County Park System to hold WinterFest
The Monmouth County Park System will hold its annual WinterFest from 12-4 p.m. on Jan. 28 at Thompson Park, 805 Newman Springs Rd., Lincroft. This event celebrates the season and all the fun it brings. Family-fun activities for the day include cross-country skiing, nature hikes (possibly on snowshoes), make and take crafts, wagon rides and…
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Weichert Marlboro office and top associate recognized for regional award
Carlo Siracusa, regional vice president of Weichert, Realtors, announced that the Marlboro office was recognized for exceptional industry success in November. The office led its Weichert sales region, which is comprised of locations throughout Middlesex, Ocean and Monmouth counties, for resale listings and resale dollar volume. In addition, sales associate Pamela El-Ghoul was recognized individually…
