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Church rummage sale set for Nov. 11, 12
Morganville United Methodist Church will hold a “nearly new” rummage sale from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Nov. 11 and from 9 a.m.-noon on Nov. 12 at 215 Conover Rd., Morganville. Items for sale include men’s, women’s and children’s clothing and shoes; toys, games and books; bed and bath linens; housewares; and art and home décor.…
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Annual Zilinski memorial run/walk set for Nov. 6
LINCROFT — The 11th annual Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski II Memorial 3.5-mile run and 2-mile walk are slated for Sunday, Nov. 6 (rain or shine), at Christian Brothers Academy, 850 Newman Springs Road. The event will begin at 10 a.m. The event is held in honor and memory of U.S. Army Lt. Dennis W. Zilinski II, who…
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Middlesex County College to honor veterans Nov. 10
Middlesex County College will salute military veterans with a special program on Nov. 10 at 2600 Woodbridge Ave., Edison. The program will include a reception for a statewide veterans art exhibit and Operation Shoebox NJ, an organization in which volunteers pack supplies to be sent to military members overseas. A speech will also be given by George Lisicki, a college trustee…
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Diwali celebration slated at library
The Metuchen Public Library will celebrate Diwali, a festival of lights, from 2-4 p.m. Nov. 12 at 480 Middlesex Ave. Stop by to see a variety of dance performances and participate in some arts and crafts workshops, which will include diya and rangoli decorations. All are welcome to attend. Registration is not required. For more information, call the…
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Support group for job seekers to meet at Metuchen Library
The Metuchen Library will hold a support group for job seekers on Nov. 2, 9 and 16 and Dec. 7, 14 and 21 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at 480 Middlesex Ave. The Job Seeker Support Group provides a forum for discussing all aspects of a job search with others. Job Seeker Support Group Leader Ed Levinson…
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Monument signifies importance of mills in Spotswood’s history
SPOTSWOOD — A newly constructed monument that has been dedicated in Spotswood was designed to remind all passersby that the local economy, as far back as the early 18th century, was largely dependent on milling. Milling substrates included logs used to make paper, various grains and even tobacco used in commercial snuff products, according to…
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Top producers of Century 21 Mack Morris Iris Lurie earn trip to Aruba
Century 21 Mack Morris Iris Lurie Realtors celebrated its 29th annual company trip. The Sales Associate who achieved this goal through their outstanding dedication and drive in 2015, were awarded a magnificent trip to Aruba, based on company dollar. Those who attended are: Andrea & Harry Mesh, Carrie Moyer and Lori Ragovin. Those who met…
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Milltown residents encouraged to ‘Slow Down’
MILLTOWN – Roughly 20 lawn signs were placed along front lawns on Riva Avenue to encouraged residents to “Slow Down in Our Town.” Placed by Milltown police traffic officers with permission of homeowners, the sign initiative is a speed reduction county-wide program, sponsored by Middlesex County in partnership with local law enforcement agencies and their…
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South Amboy native serves aboard nuclear submarine in Guam
SOUTH AMBOY — A 1995 Sayreville War Memorial High School graduate and South Amboy native is serving in the U.S. Navy as part of a crew working aboard one of the world’s most advanced nuclear-powered, fast-attack submarines. Cmdr. Steven Tarr serves in Guam as part of the Navy’s forward-deployed force. He is the commanding officer…
