• TheBeachBeat.com is online

    A new edition of TheBeachBeat.com, Greater Media Newspapers’ digital magazine and resource about the Jersey Shore, will be online at www.thebeachbeat.com on March 14. TheBeachBeat.com keeps readers informed about post-Sandy recovery progress, business reopenings and upcoming events and fundraisers. In addition to post-storm advice, updates about boardwalk rebuilding, and entertainment options to get away from…

  • School doesn’t have to pull teeth to get kids to learn

    South Amboy Elementary students enjoy assembly on dental hygiene BY JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent In recognition of National Nutrition Month, fourth-grade students at South Amboy Elementary School participated in the New Jersey Department of Health’s “Sugar-Less Day to Prevent Tooth Decay” on March 1. Maggie McLaughlin, a registered dental hygienist, emphasized the importance of brushing, flossing,…

  • 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…

  • Photos

    Lake Weamaconk, Englishtown, provided a serene scene following a snowfall on March 8. JEFF GRANIT staff

  • 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,…

  • Sayreville to distribute relief funds on its own

    Council asks to disassociate storm relief center from county Long-Term Recovery Group BY STELLA MORRISON Staff Writer SAYREVILLE — Volunteers with the Sayreville Storm Relief Center reversed their decision to distribute through the Middlesex County Long-Term Recovery Group the funds that they raised for those affected by superstorm Sandy. Councilwoman Lisa Eicher asked the Borough…

  • Pasta dinner fundraiser to support O.B. ROTC

    The Old Bridge High School AFJROTC Parent’s Association is holding a pasta dinner from 6-9 p.m. on March 22 in the school’s cafeteria, The menu includes pasta, salad, bread, soda, coffee, tea and dessert. There will also be a 50-50 raffle. Advance ticket sales are $8 per person or $30 per family, up to six…

  • Irish music to mark St. Pat’s celebration

    Whiskey & Porter, a duo offering traditional Irish tunes featuring guitar, fiddle/ mandolin and vocals, will perform at 2 p.m. March 17 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. The public is invited to attend. For more information, call 732-390- 6767 or log on to http://www.ebpl.org and click on News and Events.

  • Women’s Club seeks vendors for Yard Sale

    Vendors are sought for the third annual Mid-Madison Women’s Club Multi-Family Vendor/Yard Sale set for 8 a.m.-3 p.m. April 13 at Cheesequake Farms, Route 9 north, Old Bridge. Rain date is April 14. Space-rental fee is $15. All proceeds will be donated to local families in need. To reserve a space or for more information,…

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