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Assemblyman disagrees with closing developmental center
I strongly disagree with the conclusions reached by the Task Force on the Closure of State Developmental Centers, which directs the closure of theWoodbridge Developmental Center. The Woodbridge Developmental Center, founded in 1965, is an intermediate care residential facility for individuals with developmental disabilities. The binding recommendation of the task force directs the New Jersey…
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Hate crimes can be further investigated
After reading your article, “Monmouth Heights jolted by Anti- Semitic vandalism,” with no culprits yet found, may I suggest the authorities contact the Southern Poverty Law Center in North Carolina. They keep track of, investigate, and prosecute native-born terrorist groups throughout America, and connections are seriously looked into. With the diligence of paying attention to…
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Wishes greenway luck, despite its start
There were surely many credits given at the Sept. 15 official opening of the Middlesex Greenway. I applaud the spirit and the drive of those who produced this potentially great recreational asset. But discredits are also warranted for those who have given the greenway a first-round black eye — from which I hope it soon…
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Wellness coach to speak at women’s club
The Metuchen-Edison Women’s Club will hold its next monthly meeting 7:30 p.m. Oct. 3 at Heritage at Clara Barton, 1015 Amboy Ave., Edison. The program will feature Diane Cai, a certified and dynamic wellness coach. Cai offers customized health solutions. Lifestyle, dietary and health concerns will be discussed. The program is free and open to…
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JCC to host Lego workshops
The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, will be offering a Lego enrichment/workshop presented by Play- Well TEKnologies. The workshop will be held 4:30-6 p.m. every Thursday from Oct. 4 through Dec. 13. Children will have the opportunity to learn about engineering and architecture while creating arch bridges, skyscrapers, and…
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This week’s photo assignment: Fundraising & special events
Buddy and Curly chill out on a hot summer day in Middlesex County. Greater Media Newspapers readers may submit photos via email to [email protected]. READER SUBMITTED PHOTO BY MARY PAPROTA/StringFly@GMNews Last week we asked for your pet photos and many of you responded. Thank you for participating. Now we are looking for more! We are…
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Metuchen Country Fair to take place Oct. 6
The 49th annual Metuchen Country Fair, sponsored by the Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce, will be held on Oct. 6 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Rain dates are Oct. 13, 20, and 27. For an application or more information, please contact Angela Sielski at the Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce at 732-548-2964. The deadline…
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Upcoming classes at Neve Shalom
Adult education classes held at Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen, will begin on Oct. 14 at 10 a.m. with Rabbi Zelizer teaching “Judaism, Christianity & Islam Similarities & Differences.” Rabbi Zelizer’s lectures will compare the Christian Bible and the Hebrew Bible; discuss the life and person of Jesus; explain how Paul changed Christianity and…
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