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Holocaust Remembrance Day programs slated in May
SOUTH RIVER — Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, is a day that holds great meaning for the Jewish people as well as people of all faiths, and the Jewish Federation in the Heart of New Jersey has worked with partners to support commemoration programs in Monmouth and Middlesex counties. The educational programs support Holocaust awareness…
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Exceptional kitchens to be featured on tour
COLTS NECK – The self-guided Colts Neck Kitchen Tour on May 6 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. will feature several exceptional kitchens, delicious tastings from the area’s top chefs and beautiful table settings. Home design enthusiasts and novices alike will be inspired by the elegant kitchens and creative home design showcased on the tour,…
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Free CPR training to be offered
MANALAPAN – Individuals age 11 and over may attend a special event and receive free instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on June 4. Residents of all towns are welcome to attend. First Aid & CPR, LLC, will host a free American Heart Association hands-only training event at the Manalapan Community Center, 114 Route 33. Training…
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Community alliance to host fun run
MANALAPAN – The Manalapan-Englishtown Community Alliance to Prevent Alcoholism and Drug Abuse will host its second annual 5K fun run/walk on April 30. The event will raise awareness and money for the alliance’s efforts to educate the community about the dangers and consequences of drug abuse and alcoholism, according to a press release. The race…
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Trio sentenced to state prison for drug trafficking crimes
Three of the five men indicted last year in connection with a statewide methamphetamine and cocaine trafficking ring will serve multi-year sentences in state prison. According to New Jersey Acting Attorney General Robert Lougy, Plumsted Township residents Guadalupe Madrigal-Mejia, 36, Juan Mendez, 48, and Antonio Esqueda, 34, were sentenced on April 15. The men were apprehended during…
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Spring Car Show set for April 23 in South River
The South River Municipal Alliance will hold its Spring Car Show from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on April 23 at Saint Mary’s Coptic Church, 80 David St., South River. This event will feature exotic cars, muscle cars, classic cars and antique vehicles. Food and refreshments will be for sale. There is a $25 registration fee per vehicle. Registration will…
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Farming is on dawn of new era
New Jersey is not only the nation’s most densely populated state, but likely the most diverse. Name any nationality or ethnic group, and chances are this state we’re in has an established community. Density and diversity are two big reasons Ben Spinelli is optimistic about the future of farming in the Garden State. “Our markets…
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Park System slates activities in May
LINCROFT — Now that April showers have brought May flowers, it is the perfect time to enjoy the many free activities the Monmouth County Park System is offering. “Creative Arts and Music Festival” will take place from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. April 30 and May 1 at Thompson Park, Lincroft. The art and music festival will…
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Trip to Rutgers Gardens set for June 17
Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Ocean County will offer a bus trip and tour of Rutgers Gardens on June 17. The trip will include transportation to and from the Gardens, a one hour garden tour and time to browse the Farmers Market, which includes food vendors. Departure is set at 9:45 a.m. from the Agricultural Center,…
