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Greenstein bill would protect seniors during power outages
I n the wake of superstorm Sandy, a local legislator is hoping to protect residents of retirement communities during future emergencies by requiring the installation of electrical generators in common areas such as community rooms or clubhouses, which could be used as shelters during periods without power. “Hurricane Sandy created damage and devastation like we…
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Middlesex County celebrates National Adoption Day
Ten families were formed or expanded on Nov. 15 as adoption procedures for 10 children were finalized at the Middlesex County Courthouse in New Brunswick. New Jersey Superior Court Judge Robert P. Figarotta presided over the legal proceedings, which unfolded as a reception honoring the families and recognizing National Adoption Day took place just outside.…
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N.B. BOE sets new meeting schedule
In compliance with the Sunshine Law, the date and time of the following meetings for the North Brunswick Township Board of Education have been changed: The reorganization meeting and conference meeting, both of which were to be held Jan. 9, 2013, have been rescheduled. The reorganization meeting will now take place Jan. 2, 2013, at…
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Parents thank board for accepting excused absences during Diwali
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer NORTH BRUNSWICK — Celebrants of the holiday Diwali thanked Superintendent of Schools Brian Zychowski and the Board of Education during the school board meeting on Nov. 14. Students celebrating Diwali, the holiest day for the Hindu religion, on Nov. 13, were able to receive an excused absence from school. Last…
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Patient has a headache trying to overcome her headaches
Teenager misdiagnosed with migraines seeks chiropractic, pain management treatments BY JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer Kaelen Gallagher woke up screaming one morning in February. She complained of seeing an aura around her vision and felt tingling in her face and arms. Her mother took her to the emergency room, where the 15-year-old was prescribed migraine medication.…
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business briefs
Ryck Suydam, operator of the 300-acre Suydam Farms, LLC, in Somerset County, was unanimously elected president of the New Jersey Farm Bureau for a two-year term during its 94th annual convention on Nov. 13. He previously served as Farm Bureau’s second vice president. He replaces Richard Nieuwenhuis, who served 10 years as Farm Bureau president…
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Annual Day function in So. Bruns. Dec. 15
The Indian Association of Garden State will hold an Annual Day function at 7 p.m. on Dec. 15 at Chutney Mary Indian Restaurant, Route 1 south, South Brunswick. The event will begin with an opening speech from the president, followed by cultural performances and a message from the mayor of East Brunswick and the director…
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Restaurant event will support OLOL
A Chili’s Give-Back Night to benefit Our Lady of Lourdes School, Milltown, is set for 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Nov. 29 at Chili’s, 867 Route 1 south, North Brunswick. Diners should present an event flier. The restaurant will then donate 10 percent of supporters’ checks to OLOL School. To download a flier, log on to http://ololschoolnj.org/P%20C3%20112912…
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American Legion Toys for Tots drop-off site
American Legion Post 401, 148 Major Road, Monmouth Junction, will be serving as an official Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots drop-off site. The mission of Toys for Tots is to collect new, unwrapped toys to be distributed as Christmas gifts to less fortunate children in the area. This year will mark the 65th anniversary…
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