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Jackson resident Jim Klina will share his combat experience as a U.S. Army medivac helicopter pilot in Vietnam at 2 p.m. May 18, which is Armed Forces Day, at the Jackson Library, 2 Jackson Drive, Jackson. The program is free and open to the public, but registration is requested. Details: 732-928-4400.
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Fire in home claims life of Howell resident
HOWELL — A fire that broke out in a manufactured home claimed the life of a Howell resident on April 28. Edward Reehil, 48, of Howell, was the only occupant of a home at the corner of Man O’War and Seattle Slew drives in the Oak Hill Manufactured Housing Community, according to Charles Webster, public…
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Quartet charged in wake of burglaries
Adam Laczny Four area residents have been charged by the New Jersey State Police as a result of their alleged involvement in a burglary ring. According to the state police, Francisco Chadwick, 25, of New Egypt, Adam Laczny, 26, of Cream Ridge, Walter Ivans, 22, of Cookstown, and Heather Yesuvida, 24, of Cream Ridge, are…
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Employee dies in workplace mishap
JACKSON — A workplace accident at the Westlake Golf and Country Club, Jackson, claimed the life of a 58-year-old man on the morning of April 18. Police said the incident occurred at about 8:30 a.m. when John Tiedemann, 58, of Hamilton Township, an employee of Landscape Maintenance Services (LMS), was attempting to repair an inoperable…
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Tips for oral health during pregnancy
I f you are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant, now is the time to pay close attention to your teeth and gums.That’s because pregnancy, and the changing hormone levels that occur with it, can make some dental problems worse. Gingivitis Many women notice that their gums become swollen, inflamed, or prone to bleeding during…
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Low back injuries: strains and sprains
By Michael Sheynin P.T. There are some symptoms could signal a very serious injury to the spine. These symptoms include: loss of control of the bowels or bladder worsening lower extremity weakness severe, constant pain If you experience any of these symptoms, see your doctor immediately. If you don’t have the symptoms…
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There is relief for allergic rhinitis
By Dr. Philip Pasternak Spring is finally here.The trees are bursting, the flowers are blooming; there are baseball games and backyard barbecues. But for so many allergy sufferers, this time of year also spells the peak of the spring allergy season.An estimated 35 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergic rhinitis, more commonly known as hay…
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Barnabas Health seeks volunteers for nationwide cancer prevention study
What if you could prevent even one family member from hearing the words,“You have cancer?” Barnabas Health and the American Cancer Society are seeking volunteers across the state to participate in a historic, nationwide Cancer Prevention Study (CPS-3) to help researchers better understand the genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors that cause or prevent cancer. During…
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Fifth annual ‘Ladies Night Out’ program spotlights women’s health
The Jacqueline M.Wilentz Comprehensive Breast Center at Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, presents a special women’s health event on May 16 at 5 p.m. at Cervino’s at the Holiday Inn Hazlet Hotel at 2870 Route 35 south in Hazlet.The annual free event will feature a variety of health education presentations and screenings by a panel…
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