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The 2012 race is finally over — get set for 2016
CODA GREG BEAN If you thought we might get a breather after the big election on Nov. 6, let me ask you two questions. One: How many times have you heard the words “fiscal cliff” in the last week? Two: Did you happen to notice that U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, a Republican from Florida and…
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Newest devices next step in making Edison high-tech
Promethean ActivTables purchase puts school district at forefront of device usage BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer Above: Woodbrook Elementary School fourth-grader Laiba Mughal uses an iPad as part of the Edison school’s initiative to implement technology in the classrooms. Bottom left: Vasundhara Kulkarni (r) looks on as Mayank Paliwal uses an iPad. Bottom right: Fourth-graders…
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Metuchen voters choose Grayzel, Inserro for council
Victors say they’ll work to meet challenges facing small town BY JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent The Democrats retained control of the Metuchen Borough Council on Election Day, with incumbent Ronald Grayzel and newcomer Allison Inserro defeating Republicans Walter Zjawin and Lucilene James. With two three-year terms up for grabs Nov. 6, Grayzel received 3,845 votes, and…
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Hero did not have to walk alone after injury
BY JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer MONROE — U.S. Marine Lance Cpl. Colin Pascik faced a long road to recovery after losing both of his legs while serving in Afghanistan, but it was one he did not have to walk alone. The Monroe native, who recently paid a visit to the Monroe Township Middle School to…
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New veterans face life’s challenges
BY ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer Colin Pascik discusses his experiences in the armed forces during an Oct. 19 veterans event at Monroe Township Middle School. See page 6. JEFF GRANIT staff In recognition of Veterans Day, Nov. 11, Greater Media Newspapers pays tribute to the men and women who serve in the nation’s armed forces.…
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Guest Chef Wows MCCC Students with “Farm to Table” Culinary Expertise
By Candace Zafirellis Josh Thomsen, executive chef/partner for the soon-to-open Princeton restaurant Agricola, recently came to Mercer County Community College as a guest chef for Advanced Culinary students. Thomsen prepared several delectable items using organic ingredients that will be served at the new restaurant, including roasted delicata squash salad, chicken breast with pickled beets and…
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HILLSBOROUGH: Jr. Raiders crown football champions
Ole Miss, UConn capture respective Super Bowl games Division III (Grade 3-4) The UConn Huskies closed out the season Saturday by dominating the USC Trojans, 32-12, in the Division III Super Bowl. The Huskies ended their season at a perfect 9-0. The Huskies were led by halfback Thomas Amankwaa, who had a season-high 229 rushing…
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AREA COMPANY COMES TO THE AID OF DOCTORS/PATIENTS HIT BY HURRICANE SANDY
By Georgiana Francisco In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, when hundreds of medical practices were unable to receive patients and thousands of patients incapable of making or cancelling appointments, subscribers of Talksoft Corporation’s automatic voice reminder services were able to reach thousands of patients within minutes, not hours or days, to advise of office closings…
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PRINCETION: Little Tigers race to CJ III repeat
Bozich happy to make contribution By Justin Feil, Assistant Sports Editor Luke Bozich didn’t get to run on the Princeton High School boys cross country team that won the Central Jersey Group III championship last year. The Little Tigers senior has returned to health, and he has taken the lead spot for PHS this season.…
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