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Richard M. Mumford
Mr. Mumford, 75, of New Brunswick, died Dec. 22, 2012, at Saint Peter’s University Hospital, New Brunswick. Born in Soda Springs, Idaho, he had lived in New Brunswick since 1987. Mr. Mumford worked for Kaiser Aluminum as a certified public accountant for more than 20 years. He was also the owner of Paddy’s Liquors in…
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Lecture on American opera at JCC on Jan. 22
Richard Ferris will give a lecture and present video examples of “The American Opera Singer” on Jan. 22 at 10 a.m. at the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison. Ferris will discuss how Phineas T. Barnum, an American showman, scam artist and the founder of the Ringling Brothers and…
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Eric LeGrand to speak at MLK breakfast
METUCHEN — The Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce, YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge and South Amboy, New Hope Baptist Church and Second Baptist Church have joined together to offer an opportunity for the community to unite in a Weekend of Celebration to honor the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The annual interfaith community celebration…
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Organization provides lifeline for kids with special needs
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — The Special Needs Lifeline started out as Camille Gallo’s capstone thesis for her graduate program in Management and Systems at New York University. But the more she talked to others about the need for a central place for families with special-needs children to meet and connect, the more…
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Edison to honor MLK with performances and exhibits
EDISON — The Edison Recreation Department is proud to present the actress Tahira in a tribute to commemorate the birthday of Martin Luther King Jr. and celebrate the upcoming African-American History Month. This dynamic one-woman performance celebrates the legacy of King through storytelling, and Tahira will pay tribute to the freedom fighters who risked their…
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Presbyterian Church variety show Jan. 26
The First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen, 270 Woodbridge Ave., will present a fun-filled benefit variety show 7-10 p.m. Jan. 26. The show will feature local music, song and dance, and will mark the opening of the newly renovated social center. This show is intended for people of all ages. Suggested donation is $15 for adults…
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Class on current events at JCC in Jan. and Feb.
Professor Anthony Troncone, Ph.D., will discuss current events on Fridays Jan. 18 and 25 and Feb. 1, 8, 15 and 22 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison. Troncone will put today’s headlines in context and engage the class is meaningful conversation. The…
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Freeholder director looks ahead at 2013 initiatives
In 2013, Middlesex County will enhance its services for senior citizens and veterans, save $1 million in energy costs and, in working with the private sector, explore the possibility of building a minor league ballpark. County Freeholder Director Christopher D. Rafano announced these and other initiatives as part of his fourth Director’s Message, delivered during…
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Wardlaw-Hartridge Int’l Family Fun Night
The Wardlaw-Hartridge Parents’ Association (WHPA) is accepting suggestions for food, international entertainment, crafts and more for its International Family Fun Night on Jan. 25. This popular multicultural event will be held in the school’s All Purpose Room 6-9 p.m. International Family Fun Night provides an opportunity to enjoy food and entertainment from the many cultures…
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