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EARTH Center workshop to focus on attracting birds and butterflies
The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Middlesex County will hold a workshop designed to attract birds and butterflies to home gardens at 11 a.m. on July 31 at the EARTH Center, located in Davidson’s Mill Pond Park, 42 Riva Ave., South Brunswick. The workshop will teach participants about plants and features that can be added to a…
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Settlement sets housing limits, zones in Monroe
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer MONROE — With the Township Council’s approval of the Housing Element and Fair Share Plan of the Monroe Township Master Plan, the town is one step closer to preventing the threat of a builder’s remedy lawsuit. On Aug. 15, Middlesex County Superior Court Judge Douglas K. Wolfson, at a compliance hearing,…
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Diablo Sandwich Band next up at concert series
The township of East Brunswick’s annual outdoor summer concert series will continue with a variety of upcoming performances on the lawn at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center, 721 Cranbury Road. The Diablo Sandwich Band will perform at 7 p.m. July 14. The band, known for its signature horn section, will play songs from the…
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Manalapan graduate Andrews fulfills goal of making Olympic team
By Tim Morris Robby Andrews is headed to Rio de Janiero and the Summer Olympics. The legendary Manalapan High School graduate, who set national records while running for the Braves, made the United States Olympic Track and Field Team in the men’s 1,500 meters July 10 when he finished second at the Olympic Trials held…
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Call for chefs to enter Flo’s Chili Cook-Off
The annual Flo’s Chili Cook-Off fundraiser is set for 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 27 at American Legion Post No. 253, 60 Devoe Ave., Spotswood. Entertainment and chili sampling will begin at noon. An awards ceremony is planned for 4:30 p.m. All proceeds and donations will benefit the comprehensive programs, treatments and services for brain- and…
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Vendor spots open at National Night Out
The South River Police Department and the South River Municipal Alliance will host their eighth annual National Night Out 5-9 p.m. Aug. 2 at 7 Acres Park, Kamm Avenue. All borough residents are encouraged to lock their doors, turn on the outside lights and join the community in standing together to promote awareness, safety and…
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Space available on trip to Branson
Our Lady of Victories (OLV) Seniors will sponsor a Sept. 16-24 trip to Branson, Mo. Cost is $1,000 and includes four overnight stays to and from Branson, four nights’ lodging at the Welk Resort Hotel, eight breakfasts, four dinners, six shows, a 45th anniversary celebration at the Welk Resort and more. For more information or…
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Vendors welcome at car show, fair
The borough of Helmetta will host its Car Show and Street Fair 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 8 on Railroad Avenue. Vendor spots are open. To reserve a space or for more information, call Sandy Bohinski 732-521-4946, ext. 100.
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Beer, wine tasting to aid Army of Hope
The East Brunswick Elks Lodge on the Lake will present its Evening of Beer and Wine Tasting fundraiser 7-11 p.m. July 30 at the lodge, 21 Oakmont Ave. Proceeds from the event, which is sponsored by the Adelphia Wine Company, will benefit the Elks Army of Hope Committee to assist veterans and their families. Cost…
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