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Somerset Patriots fight pancreatic cancer
I would like to thank the Somerset Patriots for being so accommodating in helping to make the Northern New Jersey Affiliate of the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network’s fourth annual Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day on July 21 such a success. With the Patriots’ assistance, our organization was able to raise awareness about the fourth-leading cause of…
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Safety tips for enjoying outdoor summer activities
This is the time of the year when we all take summer vacations and enjoy the company of family and friends. While we all enjoy outdoor activities, we must also use common sense in protecting our family as well as ourselves against potential dangers. For many, summer has not started until the grill is fired…
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Take care with historic designations
I n a June 26 article, the Sentinel reported that the Metuchen Historic Preservation Committee was contemplating the designation of historic areas in the borough. I hope the committee will keep in mind the financial impact this could have on individual local property owners that may be included in such areas. Some time back —…
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St. Luke’s will hold Vacation Bible School
Vacation Bible School will be held at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 17 Oak Ave., Metuchen, Aug. 6-9 from 6-8 p.m. Dinner will be served each night. To sign up, call 732-548-4308.
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National Night Out provides fun, education
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer METUCHEN — Overall, the borough is a safe place to live, where violent crime is all but nonexistent. National Night Out, held Aug. 6 in Metuchen and across the country, is an event that helps to ensure that it stays that way. “… The thing is, we’ve got to educate…
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BUSINESS BRIEFS
Charles E. Komar Charles E. Komar has been named to the board of directors of Amboy Bank. He has served on the board of Amboy Bancorporation since September 2011. Born and raised in Rumson, Komar is president and CEO of Charles Komar & Sons Inc., a 105-year-old family business that is the largest privately held…
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
Family Pool Night scheduled for Aug. 3 The Edison Elks Lodge and the Ladies Auxiliary will host their annual Family Pool Night on Aug. 3, 7-11 p.m., at the pool, located at 375 Old Post Road, Edison. The menu for the event will include hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage and peppers, salads, corn-on-the-cob, watermelon and refreshments.…
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Local cheerleaders support Union Beach Fire Department
Wardlaw-Hartridge cheerleaders Tanisha Lakha (l) and Lorianna Carlucci, both of Edison, display the giant check for $7,000 that they presented to the Union Beach Fire Department at the Red, White and You celebration on July 3. PHOTO COURTESY OF RUDY BRANDL EDISON — Wardlaw-Hartridge (W-H) cheerleaders Lorianna Carlucci and Tanisha Lakha of Edison represented their…
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Charter school developer receives $4.6 million grant
METUCHEN — Build with Purpose Inc. has been awarded a $4,652,157 grant from the U.S. Department of Education to help charter schools obtain facilities under the Credit Enhancement for Charter Schools Facilities Program. “Every child deserves a high-quality education in a safe learning environment,” U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan said. “These grants help ensure…
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