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  • Support proposed Repair Act

       The New Jersey Assembly recently passed legislation — The Motor Vehicle Owners’ Right to Repair Act — allowing consumers to have their vehicles repaired where and by whom they please. Currently, vehicles that are equipped with computers — even those with expired warranties — are forced to return to the new car dealerships for repairs.…

  • Local government leaders cast their eyes toward 2009

    by Jessica Ercolino, Staff Writer    Now that the holidays are over, local government officials are looking ahead to challenges new and old for 2009.    Atop most of their annual concerns is keeping their communities affordable for local residents. The 2008 budget season was tough on most towns due to large cuts in municipal aid from…

  • LAWRENCE: Col. Hand march rings in new year with bell replica

    LAWRENCE: Col. Hand march rings in new year with bell replica

    By Lea Kahn, Staff Writer The Liberty Bell rang clear and true Saturday morning outside the Municipal Building.     Well, actually it was a dead ringer for the bell — a copy made in 1975, cast from the original mold for the 1751 Liberty Bell that makes its home in Philadelphia. The bells were cast…

  • Less weight, more charity among resolutions

    by Jessica Ercolino, Staff Writer    While some locals say they steer clear of New Year’s resolutions, others are planning to lose weight, spend some extra time with family and help out the community in 2009.    Atop most of the nation’s New Year’s resolutions list each year is to start a new diet or make it…

  • Movie Times: Jan. 9-15

    Movies and times are valid from Jan. 9-15. Because of the possibility of last-minute schedule changes, it is wise to call the theater before leaving home. EAST BRUNSWICK MEGA MOVIES (732-651-6342): Bride Wars (PG) Fri., Mon.-Thurs. 1:55, 4:25, 6:50, 9:15; Sat.-Sun. 11:25, 1:55, 4:25, 6:50, 9:15. The Unborn (PG13) Fri.-Thurs. 12:40, 2:55, 5:10, 7:20, 9:35.…

  • East Meets West

    East Meets West

    Photo courtesy of Young Audiences NJ

  • LAWRENCE: Col. Hand march rings in new year with bell replica

    LAWRENCE: Col. Hand march rings in new year with bell replica

    In Colonial costume, Mayor Pam Mount and Councilmen Michael Powers (as a soldier) and Bob Bostock (portraying a merchant) watch as the re-enactor portraying Col. Edward Hand addresses the marchers gathered in the Lawrence courtroom Saturday. Staff photo by John Keating.

  • THE STATE WE’RE IN

    Events to mark D&R Canal’s 175th anniversary By Michele S. Byers Our state has a wonderful tradition of turning former transportation routes into recreational trails. It’s a great way for people to experience history and nature while getting some needed recreation and exercise. And nowhere is this more true than at a real New Jersey…

  • Etz Chaim Sociable Singles

    Sunday, January 25, 1-4pm – Monroe Township Jewish Center BY Eli Trisker Sunday, January 25, 1-4pm – Monroe Township Jewish Center 11 Cornell Avenue Monroe Township, NJ Discussions, socializing & refreshments Admission:  $5.00 All are welcome, for info call – (609) 655-5137