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  • Bill forgiving student debt in certain instances becomes law

    Bill forgiving student debt in certain instances becomes law

    Legislation sponsored by state Assembly Democrats Joann Downey and Eric Houghtaling (both D-Monmouth) that will forgive certain student loan debt in the event of a borrower’s death or total permanent disability has been signed into law by Gov. Chris Christie. “Federal student loan debt is already forgiven in the event of a borrower’s death.  We…

  • Financial aid workshop helps prepare for college

    Financial aid workshop helps prepare for college

        The South Brunswick Library will hold a Financial Aid and College Prep Workshop at 11 a.m. on Dec. 10 in Program Room 1A/1B, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. Begin preparing for higher education with a seminar offered by Proverbs: Learn, Lead and Train in New Brunswick. Learn about financial aid options and the…

  • Drivers expected to drive the speed limit on Church Lane

    Drivers expected to drive the speed limit on Church Lane

    NORTH BRUNSWICK – Officials from North Brunswick Township and the North Brunswick Police Department (NBPD) are asking for the public’s assistance in driving carefully on Church Lane. The speed limit is 40 mph, according to information provided by the NBPD. Police officers will be conducting enhanced and strict enforcement of the speed limit, according to officials.

  • Down payments on the rise

    Down payments on the rise

    Signs show a strengthening residential real estate market. By Jesse Darland CTW Features In a positive signs for the market, the residential real estate market continues to heat up, and the average down payment is growing. The percentage of first-time home buyers is also on the rise, according to a new report from online loan…

  • John P. Stevens High School Band Holiday Concert set for Dec. 14

    John P. Stevens High School Band Holiday Concert set for Dec. 14

    The John P. Stevens Band Program will present their Holiday Concert at 7 p.m. on Dec. 14, starting  at the school, located at 855 Grove Ave., Edison. Under the direction of Andrew DeNicola and John Zazzali, the program’s Symphonic Band, Freshman Band, and nationally-recognized Wind Ensemble will be performing. This free event is open to…

  • Greater Long Branch business association to meet Dec. 21

    Greater Long Branch business association to meet Dec. 21

    The Office of Community and Economic Development, City of Long Branch, has announced the Long Branch Area Business Meeting will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Dec. 21 at Brookdale at Long Branch, 213 Broadway, Long Branch. Light refreshments will be served, and parking will be available.

  • Breakfast buffet to raise funds for Sea Scout youth group

    Breakfast buffet to raise funds for Sea Scout youth group

    The Navesink Maritime Heritage Association will hold a breakfast buffet fundraiser from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Dec. 11 at the Monmouth Boat Club, 31 Union St., Red Bank, to benefit Sea Scout Ship No. 5 Navesink. Open to all co-ed youth age 14-21, Sea Scout Ship No. 5 is a branch of the Boy Scouts of…

  • Home equity wealth is on the rise

    Home equity wealth is on the rise

    How owners, sellers and buyers stand to benefit By Erik J. Martin CTW Features One of the key advantages to owning a home is the ability to earn equity, which is the difference between your property’s fair market value and the amount of debt you owe on it. Typically, your equity goes up as you…

  • French club to hold Dec. 20 meeting

    French club to hold Dec. 20 meeting

    Francophonie Metuchen will meet from 7:45-9:45 p.m. on Dec. 20 at 243 Amboy Ave., Metuchen. Discussions are in French. Participation is free. Relaxed work meetings with moderate preparation and active participation in discussions are required. For more information, call Sam Van Chama, using French, at 732-767-9372.