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Twenty four South Brunswick residents spent 10 weeks learning about a variety of police topics including criminal law, traffic enforcement, first aid, patrol tactics and criminal investigations. Renu Advani, Mahesh Advani, Ibrahim Awwad, Candice Cabel-Dlugosz, Gustave Dubiner, David Hoyt, Philip Jaccoma, Christopher Johnson, Hema Kakar, Loi Tien Lim, Daniel Mandell, Parthasarathi Milikarjun, Patricia Mulroy, Colt…

By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer From top: Parishioners re-enact scenes from the Bible during the 31st annual A Drive Through the Christmas Story at Sayre Woods Bible Church in Old Bridge on Nov. 27. Mark Scott portrays a centurion. Kenectti Unachukuv, left to right, Dan Unachukuv and Angelo Palmer Sr. pose as The Three Wise…

Six massage parlors in the area have been closed by police after 19 individuals were charged with participating in prostitution and/or money laundering at the establishments. Julie’s Spa, 525 Milltown Road, North Brunswick, and Pro Acupressure Inc., 1910 Oak Tree Road, Edison, were among the massage parlors that were shuttered during a series of raids…

SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Powder Puff festivities at South Brunswick High School had students showing off their team spirit. On Nov. 16, football players began outdoor flag football practice with their coaches. The Spirit Squad brainstormed ideas on how to decorate the school for its biggest charity event of the year. The bridges and offices were…

PHOTO COURTESY OF PLAYHOUSE 22 Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Fred Dennehy of Cranbury, is visited by the Spirit of Christmas Past, portrayed by Jackie Master of North Brunswick, in a scene from the Dickens’ Christmas classic “A Christmas Carol,” which is celebrating its 20th anniversary at Playhouse 22 in East Brunswick. Performances will be 8…

NORTH BRUNSWICK — In a continuing effort to honor veterans in town, the North Brunswick council presented a proclamation to Wilbur (Bill) Voorhees, Jr. on Oct. 26. Hayes Court will now bear a secondary street sign that has been dedicated as Voorhees Jr. Way. Voorhees entered the U.S. Navy on Oct. 29, 1943, during his…

Though the holiday season is a joyous time of year, it’s also one when many people succumb to cold and flu. Spending so much time indoors in close proximity to others can increase a person’s susceptibility to flu and cold, so it’s no surprise that the holiday season, when many people spend lots of time…

TOP PICK In the tradition of family exhibitions for the holiday season, the Barron Arts Center in Woodbridge will serve as the host to the 25th annual exhibition of model trains. The trains can be viewed through Dec. 27 on Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 2…

By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer SOUTH BRUNSWICK — A new residential development will honor the memory of a fallen soldier with a street named in his honor. Stephen C. Ponty Jr. was born on May 28, 1949. He was a resident of South Brunswick, and served as a U.S. Army Special Fourth Class with the…