Category: archives
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Latin legend
Two Latin music stars honor their mentor with a ‘Birthday Tribute to Tito Puente’ at the College of New Jersey’s Kendall Hall Theater on April 20. By: Susan Van Dongen Before Ricky, Enriqué and J.Lo there was Tito. People who think Latin music has just recently blossomed have some history to learn. Even during the…
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The New Jersey shots heard ’round the world
A new exhibit at the Hunterdon Historical Museum in Clinton celebrates our nation’s Revolutionary roots. By: Susan Van Dongen Virginia and Maryland saw some of the bloodiest battles of the Civil War, but New Jersey was ground zero for clashes during the American Revolution. In fact, New Jersey holds the record for the most battles…
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Gaebel’s
Smart wine and food choices (comprising a sort of world tour of food hits), good prices and friendly service in a comfortable setting make this restaurant a welcome alternative to New Brunswick’s pricier restaurants. By: Pat Tanner Gaebel’s 85 Church Street, New Brunswick (732) 247-3131 Food: Good Service: Cheerful and helpful Cuisine: Hit parade of…
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Robert L. Peacock
HIGHTSTOWN Robert L. Peacock, 77, of Hightstown passed away Tuesday at home. Born in Hightstown, he was a lifetime area resident. Mr. Peacock was formerly employed for 29 years as a Produce Clerk for the Acme Supermarket in Hightstown and as a Custodian for the Ethel McKnight School of East Windsor Regional School District…
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April 18, 2001
By: infoUSA/Donnelley Marketing of Ames, Iowa In some cases the listing represents the property’s mailing address rather than the municipal location. While the intention is to include all reported transactions, Packet Online does not guarantee its completeness or independently verify its contents. Avenel, Eric Gonzalez, 25 Apollo Ave, $189,000, 01/12/01 Basking Ridge, Laxmana Akenapalli, 4…
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Barely bleating
Comic Jim Breuer will bring his act to the Stress Factory in New Brunswick April 24 and 25. The former Saturday Night Live star has discovered he doesn’t need Goat Boy to get big laughs. By: Jim Boyle It’s 2 p.m., and Jim Breuer has to wake up the baby. Anybody familiar with Mr. Breuer…
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MEA strikes; judge orders return
Union to petition judge to orderboard back to negotiations By:Eric Schwarz Teachers and other school district staff went on strike Wednesday morning and were ordered back to work that afternoon by a Superior Court judge. But a statement by the Manville Education Association union Wednesday evening implied that the employees would continue their strike indefinitely…
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Gaebel’s
Smart wine and food choices, good prices and friendly service make this restaurant a welcome alternative to New Brunswick’s pricier restaurants. By: Pat Tanner Gaebel’s 85 Church Street, New Brunswick (732) 247-3131 Food: Good Service: Cheerful and helpful Cuisine: Hit parade of America’s current favorites from around the world Ambiance: Casual, but not too informal…
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Silk City strays from the comfort zones
This trio will bring its blend of musical styles to The Unitarian Universalist Church at Washington Crossing in Titusville April 21. By: Susan Van Dongen It’s hard to categorize the band Silk City and they like it like that. Time, the group’s latest recording, is a veritable gumbo of musical ingredients. "We wouldn’t classify…
