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  • Sinatra tribute slated at Red Bank theater Dec. 4

    Sinatra tribute slated at Red Bank theater Dec. 4

    The nonprofit organization Jazz Arts Project will present a world-class event in tribute to Frank Sinatra at 4 p.m. on Dec. 4 at Count Basie Theatre, 99 Monmouth St., Red Bank. A select group of tribute singers, along with celebrities Deana Martin, Donny Most and others, will take the historic stage backed by the acclaimed 28-piece…

  • In the service

    In the service

    U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jessica L. Maguire graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also…

  • Ask our broker with Peter G. Miller

    Ask our broker with Peter G. Miller

    Time to sell? by Peter G. Miller CTW Features Question: We’re thinking of selling our home but are very concerned about timing. We know that large numbers of home sales take place in the summer, but does it matter if we sell at other times of the year when there might be fewer competing homes…

  • Six shocking facts facing first-time home buyers

    Six shocking facts facing first-time home buyers

    Purchasing a home isn’t just about French doors and big backyards by Nancy Mattia CTW Features For anyone planning to plunge into the world of home buying, there are a few truths you’ve probably heard about: Spend as much as you can on a down payment to lower your monthly mortgage payment and carefully compare…

  • ‘Messiah’ concert slated at Red Bank church

    ‘Messiah’ concert slated at Red Bank church

    The Church of St. Anthony of Padua will present Handel’s “Messiah, Part One” at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 9 at 121 Bridge Ave., Red Bank. The performance will feature the combined talents of the Red Bank Oratory Chorus and Orchestra and the Diocesan Festival Choir under the direction of Shawn Mack. Tickets are $20 for…

  • Old Bridge man charged with allegedly murdering his mother

    Old Bridge man charged with allegedly murdering his mother

    OLD BRIDGE — An Old Bridge man has been charged with killing his mother. Frank Polera, 30, was charged on Nov. 27 with one count of murder in the death of Patricia Polera, 61, the day before, according to a statement prepared by Middlesex County Prosecutor Andrew C. Carey and Chief William Volkert of the Old Bridge Police…

  • ‘A Christmas Carol’ returns to E.B. stage Dec. 9

    ‘A Christmas Carol’ returns to E.B. stage Dec. 9

    Playhouse 22 will present its annual production of Charles Dickens’ classic “A Christmas Carol” 8 p.m. Fridays, 4 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays, Dec. 9-18 at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road. Fred Dennehy of Cranbury will return as Ebenezer Scrooge. Jackie Master of North Brunswick will play the Ghost…

  • Sendoff to Pearl Harbor set for MTHS marching band

    Sendoff to Pearl Harbor set for MTHS marching band

    The Marching Falcons of Monroe Township High School (MTHS) will be ambassadors for the state of New Jersey and the veterans of the USS New Jersey in the 75th anniversary Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade set for Dec. 7 in Hawaii. The Pearl Harbor Memorial Parade Committee selected the marching band and color guard for the…

  • Dining event to raise funds for Feed the Heart

    Dining event to raise funds for Feed the Heart

    Members of the public are invited to join in the East Brunswick Feed the Heart program by dining out Dec. 1 at participating restaurants in the East Brunswick area. The restaurants will donate a percentage of their sales (excluding tips and taxes) from the day to the East Brunswick Community Services Holiday Food Basket Drive.…