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Temple Emanu-El hosts Sept. events
Temple Emanu-El, 100 James St., Edison, will host the following programs in September: Sept. 1, Shabbat in the Park. This Saturday morning outdoor service is fun, friendly and music-filled. Attendees will meet at 9:30 a.m. at the Kiddie Keepwell Camp’s covered pavillion in Roosevelt Park Open Grove, Edison. Please bring chairs, pillows, blankets for comfortable…
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For mom and dad, getting there wasn’t half the fun
ARE WE THERE YET LORI CLINCH When I first started driving, I felt I had a real connection with the road. I was able to round the corners, navigate the curves and cruise from destination to destination with nary an incident. Quite honestly, I felt I’d mastered the skill of transportation quite nicely. My parents,…
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Don’t exploit national tragedy for political reasons
There are many different ways to express our grief at a national tragedy such as the massacre in Colorado. Some might send notes of condolence or offer up prayers for the speedy recovery of the victims. Others, such as the cartoonist for Greater Media Newspapers, express their “anguish and empathy” by creating an editorial cartoon…
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Fight against cancer needs Congress’ support
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, who lost her 17- month battle with pancreatic cancer. She had an inspiring, accomplished career and is an icon in our nation’s history. Tragically, for those who have been touched by pancreatic cancer, 17 months is an…
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Girl Scout project focuses on hunger
I am a Girl Scout from Metuchen named Brittany Morgan. I’m working on my Gold Award, the highest award a Girl Scout can earn. My project is called “Fill the Empty Bowls,” which will focus on hunger. I hope to make a impact in my community because it is a big issue in my community…
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Boy Scouts to hold car and motorcycle show
Boy Scout Troop 110 will hold their sixth annual custom car and motorcycle show Aug. 19 (rain date Aug. 26) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Edison High School, 50 Blvd. of the Eagles, Edison. Tricky tray, 50/50, a disc jockey and food will be available. Car show registration is $10, due by Aug.…
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Metuchen library to screen film Aug. 23
On Aug. 23 at 8 p.m., the Young Adult Department of the Metuchen Public Library (480 Middlesex Ave., Metuchen) will conclude its summer film series — From Book to Screen — with “Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist” (PG-13). This romantic comedy is based on the award winning novel by Rachel Cohn and David Levithan, and…
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India Day Parade marches on in Edison, Woodbridge
Separate events draw thousands to celebrate culture of native homeland BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer Members of the Oak Tree Indian Business Association march along Oak Tree Road in Edison during the India Day Parade on Aug. 12. SCOTT FRIEDMAN The marked police vehicles said it all. Woodbridge police guarded the side where the Iselin…
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