Category: Sentinel-NBS News

  • Women mind the gap: gender pay disparity persists

    By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Despite societal images of female presidential candidates and feminine corporate CEOs, the practice persists of women workers being paid less than their male counterparts for the same work. “When women graduate from college, there immediately is a pay gap between men and women,” said Carol Cohen, president of the American…

  • TCNJ student, telecomm engineer challenge incumbents for South Brunswick school board

    Election 2015 SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Three threeyear terms are up for the South Brunswick Board of Education. Current board members Barry Nathanson, Stephen F. Parker and Peter St. Vincent will be challenged by Sonia C. Bhutra and Anilkumar C. Patel in the election on Nov. 3. Sonia C. Bhutra Age: 19 Resident for 15 years…

  • Knights raise funds to modify van

    SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Members of the Knights of Columbus St. Cecilia’s Council 7046 presented a donation of more than $4,000 to the Fleming family on Oct. 6 to help cover a portion of the costs in caring for their daughter. The donation will aid Sean and Linda Fleming in modifying a van that will be…

  • State gets another swing at ban on sports betting

    By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer The state’s multi-year pursuit of overturning a federal ban on sports betting saw new light as the Third Circuit Court of Appeals has opted to hear the case again. Dennis Drazin, advisor to the New Jersey Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, operator of Monmouth Park in Oceanport, said the Third Circuit has…

  • Eco-friendly costume swap eases cost of Halloween

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer The Monmouth County Eek-O-Fabulous Costume Swap Oct. 11, saw families trading in slightly used children, adult and pet costumes for other slightly used costumes as a way for families to save money and re-use costumes worn only one season. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER KAYLA MARSH Halloween is quickly approaching and, between…

  • Shopping for an assisted living facility

    The decision to move yourself or a family member to an assisted living facility can be difficult. When men and women begin to experience difficulty with everyday activities, such as bathing, dressing or getting around, families may need to explore assisted living facilities. Millions of people in North America reside in assisted living facilities.The majority…

  • Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey

    TOP PICK Lighthouses and selected museums throughout the state will hold the Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey Oct. 17-18. Begin the challenge at any of the 11 participating New Jersey landbased lighthouses, one museum and two lifesaving stations. Purchase a $1 souvenir that will be proof of one’s visit. During the weekend, those age 11…

  • Paving along Route 130 begins this week

    NORTH BRUNSWICK — Paving is set to begin this week on both sides of Route 130 in North Brunswick, from Raider Road through Wood Avenue and from Community Park through township limits. Paving work is expected to continue throughout the month after 9 p.m. each night, according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation. Residents…

  • Valuable partnerships enable South Brunswick organization to prosper

    SOUTH BRUNSWICK — An enthusiastic crowd recently joined together for the “Circle of Life” recognition event. Honorees Karen Scalera and Arthur Roedel were among those who also remembered Muriel Leonard and Mike Ketofsky during the Taste of Cultures Reception that was held at the South Brunswick Senior Center on Sept. 26. Guests enjoyed food from…