• Cipolla to appear at E.B. Library

    Reporter and author Frank Cipolla will offer a presentation titled “It Shocked Even Us” 7 p.m. Jan. 19 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. Cipolla, a longtime radio and television fixture, will offer a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most shocking and funniest local news stories from the last three…

  • Talks to address senior taxes, nutrition

    The Spotswood Senior Center, 1 Arlington Ave., will host two upcoming presentations. “Getting Ready for Taxes” is set for 12:15 p.m. Jan. 16. Guest speaker Edward J. Smith, CPA, will discuss preparing for an individual 2011 tax return, the documents needed, taxlaw changes, protecting one’s assets from liability and how long to retain records. Nutritionist…

  • Jamesburg PBA accepts contract through 2014

    Maximum time banked for unused vacation, sick time will be reduced for new hires BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer JAMESBURG — Borough police officers will receive raises ranging from 1.75 to 2.75 percent over the next three years based on a collective bargaining agreement reached between the borough and the Police Benevolent Association. The new…

  • Oldies Dance on tap for Jan. 20 at Knights

    The next Knights of Columbus monthly Rock ’n’ Roll Oldies Dance is set for 8-11 p.m. Jan. 20 at Knights of Columbus No. 4815 Council Hall, 61 Pine St., Old Bridge. The event will feature music by a DJ and dancing to the oldies. Admission is $10 per person and includes coffee, tea, soda and…

  • ‘Glimpses of India’ to begin at library

    The first installment in “Glimpses of India,” a three-part series exploring the country’s culture, is set for 2-4 p.m. Jan. 22 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. The event will feature authentic Indian food, dancing and music, a bridal fashion show, a henna application and more. The program, which is made…

  • Teens bring cheer to CareOne residents

    To extend holiday cheer Marisa Barnett, a senior at East Brunswick High School, spearheaded a “Sugar Baby” project that brought joy to residents of CareOne of East Brunswick. Marisa, along with classmate Dani Leviss delivered 27 “babies” as part of an adoption ceremony at the Cranbury Road facility during the recent holiday season. Asugar baby…

  • Dining event to aid Sayreville pet shelter

    Texas Roadhouse of Old Bridge, Route 9 in the Gateway Shopping Mall, will host a benefit for the Sayreville Pet Adoption Center (SPAC) 3-10 p.m. Jan. 16. Diners should present an event flier from SPAC. The restaurant will then donate 10 percent of all proceeds to the shelter. A free appetizer “bounce-back” coupon also will…

  • Stress to be topic at AARP meeting

    AARP Chapter No. 4855, East Brunswick, will hold its first general meeting of the year 10:30 a.m. Jan. 17 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. Guest speaker Paula Rovinsky, R.N., will offer a talk on stress. All are welcome to attend. For more information, call 732-238- 5678.

  • South River VFW sets comedy/dinner night

    The Veterans of Foreign Wars Lyons Schepsco Post No. 1451, South River, will host “The One Man Comedy Tornado” show, featuring Paul Venier, from 7 to 11 p.m. Jan. 21. Tickets are $40 in advance; $45 at the door, and include a buffet dinner, beer, wine and soda. Attendees must at be at least 18…

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