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Harold Harker Goff
UPPER FREEHOLD Harold H. “Brother” Goff, 82, of Cream Ridge died Saturday at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Hamilton. Born at home in Crosswicks, he was a lifetime area resident. After retiring from farming, Mr. Goff worked at Cream Ridge Golf Course. His enjoyment for racing led him to become one of the original…
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Movie Times
For the week of Feb. 22-28 Movies and times are valid from Feb. 22-28. Because of the possibility of last-minute schedule changes, it is wise to call the theater before leaving home. EAST BRUNSWICK MEGA MOVIES AT BRUNSWICK SQUARE (732-651-6342): Be Kind Rewind (PG13) Fri.-Sat. 12:10, 2:30, 5, 7:25, 9:45, 11:55; Sun.-Thurs. 12:10, 2:30, 5,…
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Bolandi: 20-cent school tax hike for borough
Pending budget eyes staff cuts, new teachers, long classes By Matt Chiappardi, Staff Writer Hightstown residents could be seeing a 20-cent rise in their school tax rate, according to East Windsor Regional School District Superintendent Ron Bolandi. East Windsor residents could be seeing a 1- or 2-cent hike, Mr. Bolandi said this week. The superintendent…
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Vikes set sights on district wrestling title
By Ken Weingartner, Sports Writer If the recent performances of Anthony DelPiano can be used as a gauge, the South Brunswick High wrestling team is ready to sock it to District 20. DelPiano, a senior who will be among the key contributors needed if the Vikings hope to challenge for the district title this weekend,…
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Individual efforts needed at District 17 tournament
WRESTLING By John E. Powers, Sports Writer Now it’s up to the individuals. The Lawrence High School wrestling team was primed to begin the post-season with their annual visit to the Hunterdon Central Fieldhouse and the District 17 Tournament. The tournament is scheduled to start Friday at 5:30 and run through Saturday. Semifinals begin Saturday…
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Lawrence wins Public Central B title
SWIMMING By Tim Falls, Sports Editor The Lawrence High School boys swim team won the NJSIAA Public Central B Championship at North Brunswick on Tuesday. The Cardinals defeated Ocean Township, 90-80. While Lawrence had the top seed in the Public Central B sectional, third-seeded Ocean Township came into the sectional undefeated with an upset victory…
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Richard G. Young
NORTH HANOVER Richard G. “Dick” Young, Sr., 81, of North Hanover, died Feb. 11 at home surrounded by his family. Born in Allentown, he was a lifetime area resident. He was a retired foreman for Kuhn & Jacobs Tool & Die in Trenton and also was a Crossing Guard for the New Egypt Schools…
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Young musicians to perform for seniors
by Davy James, Staff Writer The best and brightest student instrumentalists from around the township are getting ready to perform for the senior citizens of South Brunswick. The event, called Soup, Strings and Salad, will begin at 5:30 p.m. April 3 at South Brunswick High School, where participants will be provided a meal of soup…
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Fire taxes rise in local towns
A sign outside the New Egypt firehouse on Saturday asks for voters’ support in that day’s fire elections. The fire district’s budget was approved, resulting in an increase of about 6 percent in the fire tax rate. Staff photo by Phil McAuliffe
