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Girl Scout busy planning prom for senior citizens
BY MAUREEN SHAMES Correspondent Millstone Township residents (l-r) Jasmine Ragoowansi, Sophia Cerri, Isabella Cerri, Samantha Otten and Henna Ragoowansi helped to instruct younger Girl Scouts in making decorations and favors for an upcoming senior citizens prom. The prom was initially scheduled for the fall of 2012, but superstorm Sandy pushed the event to March. The…
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Immigrant experience re-created at Allaire
Experience the life of an Irish immigrant in the early 19th century at the Historic Village at Allaire on March 10 at 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Admission is free. The Irish, one of the young nation’s largest immigrant groups, arrived on America’s shores by the tens of thousands as they escaped oppressive conditions in…
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Extended warranty? Never again!
ARE WE THERE YET LORI CLINCH I’ve never been a fan of extended warranties. I didn’t care if they sounded like a good deal. I didn’t care if they promised me babbling brooks and serenity in the face of adversity. I stuck to my guns and said no to extended warranties on everything from TVs…
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Concert/coffeehouse on tap for March 23
UPPER FREEHOLD — Members of the community are invited to attend a free benefit concert/coffeehouse featuring local musicians at Emley’s Hill United Methodist Church in Cream Ridge at 7 p.m. March 23. Musicians will include Ditch Diggers, a group that often appears at the Albert Music Hall in Waretown. Jim West, fiddle, singer/songwriter of folk…
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“Upcycle Old Books!” adult craft class will be held from 7-9 p.m. March 5 at the Allentown Public Library. Participants should bring their imagination and an old book and turn that book into something new and exciting. The project will be ongoing and some creations will be sold at the Allentown Oktoberfest to benefit…
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Freeholder’s comment reflects beauty of our democracy
In response to a recent letter to the editor that carried the headline, “Freeholder Should Apologize for Her Insensitive Remark,” I would suggest that the person expressing such deep resentment of Monmouth County Freeholder Lillian Burry’s statement review the meaning of the term “hyperbole” (the use of exaggeration to evoke strong feelings). Well, Ms. Burry…
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‘Paws for a Cause’ concert slated for St. Patrick’s Day
Event will benefit animal rescue organizations in Monmouth and Middlesex counties Kenny Diaz will host a benefit concert called “Paws for a Cause – Part Deux” on March 17 at Rumor 35, 2090 Route 35 north, South Amboy. The event will benefit Whiskers Rescue Inc. and Happy Paws Rescue in Middlesex County, and the Monmouth…
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Monmouth County 4-H Ambassador Joshua Todd of Jackson (c) attended the New Jersey State Agricultural Convention Delegates’ Dinner on Feb. 6 in Atlantic City. Joshua participated in a long-standing tradition — the presentation of the agricultural youth leaders to the convention delegates. The dinner was highlighted by a visit from Gov. Chris Christie. Prior to…
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