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  • HAMILTON: Local teacher uses technology to expand math lessons

    HAMILTON: Local teacher uses technology to expand math lessons

    Middle School math teacher Linda Hogancamp, of Hamilton, settles down to go over last evening’s lesson with her sixth-graders. Courtesy photo

  • MANVILLE: There’s a place at table for Vietnam War soldiers

    MANVILLE: There’s a place at table for Vietnam War soldiers

    Cathy Glen-Henkel explains table setting at Sunday’s POW/MIA service in Manville. (Photo by Mary Ellen Day)

  • HAMILTON: Local martial artist honored at banquet

    HAMILTON: Local martial artist honored at banquet

    Master Ed Yuncza, a sixth degree black belt, was recognized by Action Martial Arts Magazine as the 2014 Male Competitor of the Year at the 14th annual Action Martial Arts Magazine Hall of Fame Awards Banqu ATLANTIC CITY — Master Ed Yuncza, a sixth degree black belt, was recognized by Action Martial Arts Magazine as…

  • MANVILLE: Community calendar, issue of Jan. 30

    Fri., Jan. 31    Volunteers wanted: Roosevelt PTA is looking for volunteers to participate in World Tour 2014 International Night from 6-8 p.m. At the event, Roosevelt School families can enjoy different cultures — from art, dress, music, and dance to an international “Café” featuring homemade samples from around the world.    Talent show: 6-9 p.m. at…

  • REGION: From the heart

    REGION: From the heart

    Celebrating life and volunteering for the Super Bowl by Anthony Stoeckert, Packet Media Group Mark and Terry Meade are like a lot of New York (Brooklyn, to be precise) couples that I grew up around. After 49 years of marriage, they seem to be able to argue about anything. For example, as Mark shows me…

  • CAPITOL NEWS & COMMENT: January 30

    The following items are taken from reports issued by legislators and other items of political concern. Frat plate    Legislation sponsored by Assemblymen Benjie Wimberly and Charles Mainor to create a New Jersey specialty license plate for the fraternal organization, Omega Psi Phi, recently became law.    ”Specialty license plates allow residents to proudly exhibit their support…

  • Garden State Rollergirls Annual Pancake Breakfast and Open Skate
  • BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP: Mayor sets office hours

    Mayor Stephen Benowitz will open his office to any and all township residents on Tuesday, Feb. 18 and Tuesday, March 18 from 10 a.m. to noon and 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. each day. BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP — Mayor Stephen Benowitz will open his office to any and all township residents on Tuesday, Feb. 18 and…

  • ASK THE DOCTOR: Is cholesterol uncontrollable?

    ASK THE DOCTOR: Is cholesterol uncontrollable?

    Donna Reger, MD Question: I understand cholesterol is hereditary. Does that mean it’s uncontrollable?     Cholesterol is a soft, fat-like substance found in the blood stream and in every component of your body. It is used to form cell membranes and in the production of hormones like estrogen and testosterone.    While your family history, age,…