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  • News Transcript On Campus, May 25

    News Transcript On Campus, May 25

    Anson Hira of Morganville has graduated with a degree in business administration from Georgia College, Milledgeville, Georgia. Jessica Binckes of Howell has been named to the dean’s list at Monmouth University, West Long Branch, for the 2016 spring semester. Brynlee Fischer of Howell, daughter of Sean and Kristine Fischer, has been named to the dean’s…

  • Middlesex County offers archaeological symposium on NJ history

    Middlesex County offers archaeological symposium on NJ history

    PISCATAWAY – The Middlesex County Office of Culture and Heritage, in partnership with the Archaeological Society of New Jersey, is holding an Archaeology Symposium at historic East Jersey Old Town Village. This free program will take place from 1:15 to 3:15 p.m. on Saturday, May 21, at East Jersey Old Town Village, 1050 River Road…

  • Officer safety and wellness awards to be presented during national police week

    Officer safety and wellness awards to be presented during national police week

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF), with support from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) and BJA’s VALOR Officer Safety and Wellness Initiative, presented the National Officer Safety and Wellness Awards at the Memorial Fund’s annual Awards Dinner. The event was held on Saturday, May 14,…

  • Historic vessel finds home in New Jersey

    Historic vessel finds home in New Jersey

    ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS – The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 2-3 is excited to welcome the newest member of its Safety Patrol Fleet the “U.S. Naval War College Command Cutter” to the Atlantic Highlands Marina on Saturday, May 21, from 7 a.m. – 3 p.m. This beautifully restored ship is the Pride of Flotillas 2-3’s fleet…

  • Support available for those with mental health issues

    Support available for those with mental health issues

    SAMHAJ (South Asian Mental Health Awareness in Jersey) will hold a Central Jersey support group meeting from 7-8:30 p.m. on June 2 at the NAMI NJ office, 1562 Route 130, North Brunswick. People with mental health issues and their families are welcome to attend a stigma-free atmosphere. For more information, email [email protected] or call 732-940-0991.

  • Memorial Day parade steps off in Freehold

    Memorial Day parade steps off in Freehold

    FREEHOLD – The borough will hold its 142nd annual Memorial Day parade on May 30 and the sacrifice made by those who lost their lives in service to the country will be honored by participants and those who gather to pay their respects. Activities in Freehold Borough will begin at 8:30 a.m. with the Elks Point…

  • Hepatitis deemed major cause of liver cancer

    Hepatitis deemed major cause of liver cancer

    Chronic viral hepatitis is a serious illness with potentially devastating consequences, including liver failure and liver cancer, if left untreated. Millions of Americans are living with it, and yet, most don’t know they are infected. Getting tested and knowing your status could save your life. This month has been designated Hepatitis Awareness Month and May…

  • Field dedicated to the late Ray Cipperly on Vo-Tech campus

    Field dedicated to the late Ray Cipperly on Vo-Tech campus

    EAST BRUNSWICK – The late athletic director of the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools (MCVTS) has been honored with a field in his honor. The baseball field on the MCVTS East Brunswick Campus was renamed Raymond J. Cipperly Field at a ceremony that was held on May 14. The event featured members of Cipperly’s family,…

  • Candlelight Vigil held in honor of fallen officers

    Candlelight Vigil held in honor of fallen officers

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – The names of 252 law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty, including 123 who died in 2015, were formally dedicated on Friday evening during the 28th annual Candlelight Vigil held on the National Mall and presented by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. U.S. Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch…