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By MICHAEL NUNES Staff Writer A scene from “Here We Wait,” a web series produced in South River that hits the net in early August. The series is filmed at the Ria-Mar restaurant on Whitehead Avenue and has a cast of local and national actors. COURTESY OF OLIVIA BAPTISTA SOUTH RIVER — Who would have…

TOP PICK Phoenix Productions will be reviving one of Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s classics, “Mary Poppins,” at the Count Basie Theatre in Red Bank for two weekends starting July 10. Katherine LeFevre will star as Mary Poppins, with Bob Brown as Mr. Banks, Patricia Delesky as Mrs. Banks, Taylor Carpinello as Jane, and Jack Sweeney…

By MICHAEL NUNES Staff Writer EAST BRUNSWICK — The Township Council is discussing making pawnshops subject to the same regulations as jewelry stores and other businesses that purchase second-hand goods. According to council officials, owners of pawnshops would have to ask the seller for identification before buying jewelry or other valuables. Also, owners will have…

Food, rides and musical entertainment for people of all ages will be on the schedule when Freedom Fest State Fair takes place from July 8-12 at the Horse Park of New Jersey, 626 Route 524, Upper Freehold Township. Admission will be $15 for adults and $7.50 for individuals over the age of 65. Children under…

To some, summer is the most enjoyable time of year, marked by shorter hours at the office and family vacations. For kids, summer is a time when homework is set aside in favor of rest and relaxation. As enjoyable as summer can be, there are many people who, come the end of August, are glad…

By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer U.S. soccer goalie Tim Howard signs copies of his book, “The Keeper,” during a soccer clinic and fundraiser for the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders. JENNIFER AMATO/STAFF Tim Howard is a celebrated New Jersey sports legend known not just for his athletic skills, but also for…

Michael and Dawn Russell of Staten Island are ready for wine tasting at the Win & Wine Weekend/ Chocolate Festival at Monmouth Park on June 27 and 28. Attendees sampled wine from local wineries and desserts from area vendors. The event was sponsored by Greater Media Newspapers.

By ARIANA IGNERI Correspondent Nearly two decades after taking root in 1997, the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) of New Jersey has grown to serve the elderly, low-income population of Middlesex, as well as of the state’s other 20 counties, offering eligible seniors access to locally farmed fruits, vegetables and herbs. The program provides…

SCOTT FRIEDMAN Adrian Blaszka, 5, gets set to launch a frog at the annual St. Stan’s Carnival at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church in Sayreville on June 26.