Category: archives
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HAMILTON: Eleven file to run for three open BOE seats
By Jennifer Kohlhepp, Managing Editor There are only three, three-year term seats up for grabs in the November election for the Board of Education but 11 candidates have filed to run. Those interested in running had to file petitions with the county clerk by 4 p.m. on July 28. This year, Patricia DelGuiudice’s, Susan…
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HIGHTSTOWN: Firefighters assist mother and child
By Amy Batista, Special Writer EAST WINDSOR — Firefighters rescued a mother and baby out of a smoked-filled apartment early Sunday morning, according to Hightstown Engine Co. No. 1 Chief Scott Jenkins. "Through the combined efforts of the East Windsor Volunteer Fire Co. 2 and the Hightstown Engine Co. No. 1 we made a rescue…
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CENTRAL JERSEY: Parents: A guide to school openings
By Jenine Clancy, Special Writer The 2014-2015 school year is fast approaching and parents will be flooded with information. Here is a quick list of things parents need to know for the Cranbury, Monroe, Jamesburg and South Brunswick districts. Cranbury: Notices will be distributed in the next few weeks about buses and times, said Business…
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SOUTH BRUNSWICK: Library card gives access to digital magazines
Having a South Brunswick Public Library card entitles you to full digital color copies of your favorite magazines on your computer, tablet, or mobile device using the free Zinio reader app. Check out as many magazines as you like and keep them as long as you like. No due dates! No late fees. What’s the…
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MONROE: Ride to aid Nichols
A Ride to Recovery, an escorted ride and street fair gala, to benefit Mike Nichols will be sponsored by the Jamesburg Elks 2180 MC on Saturday, Aug. 16, at the Elks Lodge, 74 W. Railroad Ave., Jamesburg. Vendors are being sought for the street fair. Mike , a Monroe High School ice hockey player, was…
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Peapack-Gladstone Bank Announces New Hires and Promotions
By Rosanne Schwab Alexander Balnicki has been promoted to the position of assistant vice president at Peapack-Gladstone Bank. Previously, Mr. Balnicki served over 10 years in commercial banking holding positions at Emigrant Savings Bank, Kearney Federal Savings Bank, Spencer Savings Bank and Washington Mutual Bank. A resident of Bloomfield, New Jersey, Alexander holds a Bachelor of Arts…
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HIGHTSTOWN: Firefighters get pet masks
By Amy Batista, Special Writer HIGHTSTOWN — Fire and rescue crews are now equipped with pet oxygen masks thanks to a donation from the Animal Welfare Committee. The committee purchased the masks and donated them to the Hightstown Fire Department and First Aid Squad should a time arise when they need them. "It is very…
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HIGHTSTOWN: Firefighters get pet masks
Amy Batista Hightstown Engine Co. No. 1 Chief Scott Jenkins, left, Animal Welfare Committee member Phyllis Deal, center, and Hightstown First Aid Capt. Ron Cornejo, right, with Animal Welfare Committee member Janice Mastriano and Council Member Larry Quattrone looking on as the pet oxygen masks were distributed on July 24 at the firehouse. Photo by…
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR: Aug. 1
Fri., Aug. 1 Hidden Gems, perform Indian music of Bollywood on from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at Beechwoods Park, 137 Beekman Road the intersection of Route 1 in Monmouth Junction. Tues., Aug. 5 A lecture on Medicare and Medicaid Understanding Long Term Health Care costs that may or may not be covered by these programs…
