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Top ways you might be wasting your money
Many consumers waste money every day without even noticing it. Yet, rethinking our habits could provide savings that add up quickly over time. Here is a list of the top ways we waste money. Are there any areas where you could improve? Paying credit card interest — Always aim to pay off credit card debt…
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Maximize fall and winter energy savings with simple tips
By Scott McGillivray As temperatures decrease during the fall and winter months, energy usage and costs tend to climb. These five energy-saving tips for your home will ensure the comfort of your family and your wallet. 1. Adjust your thermostat. Lower the heat on your thermostat while you are away from home and before you…
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Matawan church to host praise concert Oct. 14
MATAWAN — Familiar praise songs as well as new songs and singalongs will resound on Oct. 14 from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Matawan, 883 Route 34, Matawan. Everyone who enjoys joyful praise is invited to attend this performance by area bands and organizations, including two bands from First Presbyterian. “This will…
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Chabad hearing rescheduled in Long Branch
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer LONG BRANCH- The Planning Board hearing of a proposed Jewish community center was rescheduled due to a notification snafu. Board attorney Martin Arbus said that the Sept. 20 meeting was called off because some neighboring property owners were not properly notified of the meeting by the city. An Oct. 5…
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Entertainer will perform music from movies at Colts Neck library
COLTS NECK – The Colts Neck Public Library will present entertainer Phil Bruschi in a performance of popular music from movies. “As Time Goes By: Songs from the Movies” will take place from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Oct. 7 at the library, 1 Winthrop Drive. Seating will be on a first come, first served basis. Information about…
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Volunteers glean 1,600 pounds of apples at Giamarese Farms
EAST BRUNSWICK – More than a dozen volunteers gathered at Giamarese Farm in East Brunswick to collect surplus apples for people in need. The gleaning — or collection of surplus produce left in the fields after the harvest — was held by New Jersey Farmers Against Hunger (FAH), a program of the non-profit New Jersey…
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Tribute to Neil Diamond slated at Marlboro library
MARLBORO – Musician Phil Bruschi will perform classic songs from and discuss the career of Neil Diamond during an appearance at the Marlboro Public Library, Wyncrest Road, from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 20. Information about the tribute performance is posted on Bruschi’s website and states that “Neil Diamond continues to endure in the world of pop…
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Local high school raises money for injured Atlantic City police officer
North Brunswick Township High School recently held a Jean Day to raise more than $500 to help a police officer and his family. The younger brother of health and physical education teacher Christopher Waddell is a sergeant with the Atlantic City Police Department. On Sept. 3, while investigating a group of suspicious people, fellow officer Joshlee Vadell…
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