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Ladies auxiliary sets St. Patrick’s lunch
The East Brunswick Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 133 Ladies Auxiliary will host its St. Patrick’s Day Lunch 1-6 p.m. March 17 at the post home, 485 Cranbury Road, (behind University Radiology). The meal will feature corned beef, salad, potatoes, cabbage and more. Cost is $10. For more information, call 732-254- 9674.
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E.B. approves use of federal grant monies
BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer EAST BRUNSWICK — The Township Council has unanimously approved the allocation of nearly $100,000 in federal grant monies through a resolution at its March 4 meeting. The majority of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, $65,000, will be allocated for roof repairs at the East Brunswick Museum, Maple Street.…
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South River’s Vaughn announces candidacy for state Assembly
SOUTH RIVER — Borough Councilman Matthew Vaughn has announced his candidacy for the open state Assembly position in the 18th Legislative District. “I feel that I am eminently qualified to move up to the state Assembly, having spent over 30 years as a loyal Democrat. I have worked on many campaigns over the years, helping…
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Jamesburg council to weigh purchase of police car, guns
Tires for loader will also be funded through introduced ordinance BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer JAMESBURG — The Borough Council is looking to pursue several purchases some officials believe are long overdue. At its Feb. 27 meeting, the council unanimously introduced an ordinance authorizing $52,000 in appropriations to acquire new weapons and a new car…
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Offers thanks, gratitude to donation-center volunteers
I think I speak on behalf of the residents affected by flood damage during superstorm Sandy when I say I would like to extend my gratitude and appreciation to the hundreds of volunteers who dedicated countless hours at the Sayreville Donation Center to assist us in our time of need. There are just too many…
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Lake Weamaconk, Englishtown, provided a serene scene following the March 8 snowfall. JEFF GRANIT staff
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CODA
When did the Europeans get so smart about U.S. weather? GREG BEAN I f you are a person of a certain age, like me, you might remember the old days when the nightly weather forecast was about as accurate as Punxsutawney Phil’s on the day he pops out to check his shadow. In those days,…
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Mediator appointed in ongoing labor talks
BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer MILLTOWN — A stalemate between school district negotiators and the Milltown Education Association (MEA) has led the parties to seek a state mediator. Both sides made presentations to a mediator representing the state’s Public Employment Relations Commission (PERC) on March 7. Teachers have been working under the parameters of the…
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Donors needed for March 30 blood drive
The Madison Park Volunteer First Aid Squad and New Jersey Blood Services will hold a blood drive beginning at 9:30 a.m. on March 30. The drive will take place at the Old Bridge Civic Center, 1 Old Bridge Plaza, in the municipal complex, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. Donors are sought.
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