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‘Ladies Day Out’ in Long Branch set for Jan. 29
The RBR BUC Backer Foundation will host its annual “Ladies Day Out” luncheon from 12-3:30 p.m. on Jan. 29 at McLoone’s Pier House at Pier Village in Long Branch. Come for a day at the seaside and enjoy this year’s theme, “Life’s a Beach.” The event will feature chance auction baskets, a three-course lunch, complimentary…
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Robert ‘Bob’ A. Rudders Jr.
Robert “Bob” A. Rudders Jr., 67, of Glendale, passed away on Jan. 3, 2017. Bob was born and raised in New Jersey. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. His early career as a respiratory therapist later led to his return to college to earn his degree as a registered nurse, specializing in…
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Chamber slates election, installation of officers
The Chamber of Commerce serving Old Bridge, Sayreville and South Amboy will hold its annual election and installation of officers and trustees at a networking and dinner event set for 5:30-7 p.m. Jan. 23 at Outback Steakhouse, 1397 Route 9, Old Bridge. Cost for dinner is $35 per person. For more information and to reserve,…
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Women’s March is about what will happen now
As the inauguration of the 45th president draws near, a number of groups are planning various events and rallies, perhaps most notably, the Women’s March on Washington. I have read a number of opinion pieces and spoken to many people about the march, and several questions and criticisms seem to consistently arise. I would like…
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Allentown students working to start volleyball club
By Matthew Sockol Staff Writer A pair of Allentown High School sophomores are working to create a club for students who have a passion for playing volleyball. As part of an effort to establish a volleyball club at the high school, sophomores Matt Geleta and Ben Mashkevich established an online fundraiser and sought $1,400 in…
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Ocean Township wrestlers back on winning track
By Matthew Rocco After a rare step back last season, the Ocean Township High School wrestling team is back to its winning ways. The Spartans have won all but two of their dual meets to start the new campaign, which began with a first-place showing at Kearny High School’s tournament in December. Ocean Township swept…
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Players sharing spotlight as Rumson boys’ hoops stays unbeaten
By Warren Rappleyea Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School’s boys’ basketball team has heightened expectations by winning 10 times in as many games this winter. A year ago, the Bulldogs relied heavily on sharpshooting Brendan Barry and forward Mickey Schluter, both of whom graduated in June. Rumson-Fair Haven is also without the services of junior forward…
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Depth key as Vikings’ swimmers looking ahead to GMCs
By Warren Rappleyea South Brunswick High School girls’ swimming team entered the final week of the regular season with eight wins in nine meets, while also looking forward to the Greater Middlesex Conference (GMC) championships Jan. 28-29. The Lady Vikings were scheduled to swim at Piscataway Township High School Jan. 18, and coach Ryan Webb…
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