Category: Sentinel-NBS News
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Debate continues over proposed Eiker Road temple
BY SAM SLAUGHTER Staff Writer SOUTH BRUNSWICK — After the sixth meeting on the application for a proposed Sri Ramanuja temple at 17 Eiker Road in South Brunswick, a decision on the preliminary site plan approval still has not been reached. The temple in discussion would be a 13,600-square-foot house of worship on 2.99 acres…
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New parking lot created at Parsons for BOE’s custodians
BY JENNIFER AMATO BY JENNIFER Staff Writer NORTH BRUNSWICK — The township Department of Public Works (DPW) is creating a mini parking lot next to Parsons Elementary School to better accommodate school district custodian employees. Last week, Aug. 16-19, about five employees of the roads department renovated a 50-foot-by-50-foot grassy area to create six parking…
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Band Camp
Members of the North Brunswick Township High School band practice one of their formations during a band camp held last week at the high school. More photos on page 23 and at www.gmnews.com. ERIC SUCAR staff
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Site in S.B. tests positive for West Nile virus
Official calls it much ado about nothing’ BY SAM SLAUGHTER Staff Writer Amosquito pool in South Brunswick has tested positive for West Nile virus, according to the New Jersey Department of Health The pool, located in the vicinity of Route 1 and Campus Drive, is the only one of around 25 in South Brunswick that…
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IRS highlights jobs for new graduates
The U.S. Internal Revenue Service has announced the availability of a new job search tool on YouTube that is dedicated to helping job seekers learn about employment opportunities at the IRS. “Whether you are a veteran or a recent college graduate, the IRS is a great place to work and build a career. The IRS…
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Kendall Park couple raising funds to combat pediatric cancers
Hugs for Brady Foundation is established in memory of 23-month-old Brady Wells BY JENNIFER AMATO BY JENNIFER Staff Writer Alocal Kendall Park couple is trying to turn a tragic event into something positive. Michael and Sherrie Wells lost their son, Brady Michael Wells, to leukemia on July 30. He would have turned 2 years old…
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Residents encouraged to learn about S.B. trail
The Born Learning Trail assists with early childhood development BY KERRI McCUNE Correspondent SOUTH BRUNSWICK — This past June, L’Oreal employees worked together to install the first Born Learning Trail in Middlesex County, a project of United Way.H owever, not many residents seem to know about the trail, located in South Brunswick. The purpose of…
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Greater Media shows budding journalists the ropes
Park System campers get a look at how newspapers work The future of journalism looks bright if the participants of the Monmouth County Park System’s Camp Correspondents are any indication. Based at Dorbrook Park, Colts Neck, the weeklong camp featured a range of activities for youngsters who enjoy writing: they learned how to gather news,…
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County hiking maps available
Middlesex County’s Parks and Recreation Department recently updated its park maps, including the addition of several new trails. “Residents don’t need to travel far to find a great outdoor experience,” said Freeholder Stephen J. “Pete” Dalina, chairman of the county’s Parks and Recreation Committee. “There are a wide variety of trails available for everyone from…
