• Sign-up continues for community education

    The Monroe Township Community Education program, sponsored by the Monroe Township school district, will offer a variety of upcoming educational and leisure-time activities. More than 80 courses are scheduled in areas including the arts, dance, fine arts, cards, computer technology, culinary arts, money and finance, auto-insurance point reduction, health and well-being, language, leisure activities, psychic…

  • Award-winning agriculture teacher stresses importance of farming

    AHS’ Dale Cruzan wins Teachers Turn the Key scholarship Dale Cruzan works on testing a sample of stream water for dissolved oxygen content, something students in the agricultural program at Allentown High School also do as part of their studies. ALLENTOWN — Farming is a true passion for Dale Cruzan. But instead of waking with…

  • Military job fair in Trenton on Sept. 12

    Hiring our Heroes, a job-seeking employment event, will be held 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 12 at the Sun National Bank Center, 81 Hamilton Ave., Trenton. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Hiring our Heroes Initiative is partnering with ESGR (Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve), the American Legion, and New Jersey’s Employment Initiative…

  • Dog walk to support Animal Rescue Force

    A Dog Walkathon to benefit Animal Rescue Force, East Brunswick, will be held 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 9 at Thompson Park, Monroe. The event will feature the walk, vendors and a dog CPR demonstration. T-shirts and doggie bags will go to each walker, while supplies last. Water and refreshments will be served for dogs and…

  • Public invited to Wild Outdoor Expo

    The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is hosting its third annual New Jersey Wild Outdoor Expo on Sept. 15 and 16 at the Colliers Mills Wildlife Management Area in Jackson Township from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, rain or shine. This event is to help attendees discover ways to appreciate and enjoy…

  • Equine West Nile Virus case reported

    An 11-year-old quarterhorse mare from Salem County has tested positive for West Nile Virus, the first case in New Jersey this year. The animal began showing signs of illness on Aug. 4 and was euthanized. “We want to remind people to vaccinate their horses against mosquito-borne diseases,” said New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H.…

  • VSA/NJ hosts programs for youth with autism

    This fall, VSA New Jersey will hold programs for children with autism ages 3 to 21 and their family members. Through participation in weekly workshops in the visual and performing arts, young people will enhance their understanding and appreciation of the arts while developing skills essential for academic and personal growth. The experience will offer…

  • MOMS club offers weekly playgroup

    The MOMS Club of Hamilton holds a weekly playgroup 10 a.m. to noon every Wednesday at a location courtesy of the township. The group offers support for at-home mothers and opportunities for socializing. For more information about the playgroup and the MOMS’ other activities, email [email protected] or visit www.meetup.com/hamiltonmoms.

  • Hearing to take place on opiate drug abuse

    The Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Task Force on Heroin and Other Opiate Use by New Jersey’s Youth and Young Adults will hold a third public hearing at 10 a.m. Aug. 29 at the Monmouth County Library Headquarters, Symmes Drive, Manalapan. The task force expects to hear testimony from Dr. Lisa Marsch and…

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