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‘Let’s all take a deep breath’ and support our president, country
I am so saddened by the reaction of young people to the election of our new president-to-be. To reach the age of at least 18 years and not know that there are disappointments in life is really sad. Possibly this over-the-top reaction and destruction is due to the fact that parents now overly protect and…
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‘The Best of Times’ captures local, nostalgic images
By KAREN RAPOLLA Staff Writer Turn the page of a calendar and turn back into time. That moment can be captured in “The Best of Times,” the fourth annual calendar created by Dorn’s Classic Images (DCI), featuring select majestic photographs that capture some of Monmouth County’s most memorable treasures of a time gone by. The…
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American Legion begins annual Toys for Tots drive
American Legion Post 401 will be an official dropoff site for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program through Dec. 18 at Post 401, 148 Major Road, Monmouth Junction, New, unwrapped toys may be donated anytime after 3 p.m., seven days a week. For more information, call 732-329-9861.
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Knights look to close out football season on high note
By Warren Rappleyea Old Bridge High School’s football team will look to end its season on a winning note when it hosts East Brunswick High School (2-7) Thanksgiving Day. The third-seeded Knights are coming off a disappointing 42-3 loss to second-seeded Piscataway Township High School Nov. 19 in the NJSIAA Central Jersey, Group V playoffs.…
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Pair charged with making methamphetamines in car
MANALAPAN – A motor vehicle stop led to the arrest of a wanted woman and charges of manufacturing drugs being lodged against two individuals on the afternoon of Nov. 20. Manalapan Police Capt. Thomas Barstow reported that at 5:26 p.m., Patrolman Jeffrey Emslie was operating a marked police vehicle that was equipped with a license…
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Yoga: The perfect full-body workout for the open-minded
by Dr. Ira Shapiro Director of the Plaza Chiropractic Center Old Bridge, New Jersey If you’ve never tried or even considered yoga, it’s very possible you have it all wrong and are actually missing out on an excellent low-impact method for keeping joints flexible, maintaining muscle tone and managing weight. So, it’s time to open…
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Bombers to play for section football championship
By Warren Rappleyea Sayreville War Memorial High School’s football team may not quite be as Willie Nelson sang: “Like a band of gypsies, we go down the highway.” But the Bombers do keep insisting that the world turn their way. The Blue and Gray was indeed on the road again Nov. 18 at the not-so-friendly…
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‘Make an Ugly Sweatshirt’ at library
The South River Public Library will hold “Make an Ugly Sweatshirt” at 6:30 p.m. on Dec. 5 at 55 Appleby Ave. Bring a washed sweatshirt, and the library will supply the decorations needed to make the best ugly sweater. All ages are welcome, but an adult must accompany any children under age 9. For more information, visit www.southriverlibrary.org.
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Career Exploration Night set for Dec. 1 at Brookdale
LINCROFT — The Fall 2016 Career Exploration Night will be held from 6-7:30 p.m. on Dec. 1 in the Warner Student Life Center, Navesink Rooms 1-3, at Brookdale Community College. Brookdale and its university partners offer affordable, comprehensive training programs designed for the 21st-century workforce. Study under experienced professionals in state-of-the art facilities; earn the credentials…
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