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Eliminating sick-day comp could cost money
This letter is in regard to recent reports concerning the elimination of unused sickday compensation for public employees. I cannot speak to the situation as it exists for all public employees, but I will speak as a teacher. I have seldom used my sick days in my 32 years as a teacher … and this…
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Following talks, state will share road repair cost
A recent Suburban article reported on the approval of a bond ordinance by the Sayreville Borough Council for roadwork on a number of local streets, including Chevalier Avenue (“Council Votes to Bond for Road Improvements,” Dec. 1). The story recounted the comments of a resident who objected to the borough paying for the full cost…
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So. Amboy man channels ‘hopes and dreams’ through poetry
Self-publishing his fourth book, Charles Lobaito focuses on the human experience BY JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent SOUTH AMBOY — By day, resident Charles Lobaito is an assistant manager at Harmon Stores in Matawan. But in his off hours, Lobaito is tapping into his creative side and writing poetry. Lobaito recently self-published a book of poetry called…
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Breakfast With Santa scheduled at Knights
St. Thomas Knights of Columbus will host a Breakfast With Santa 8:30 a.m.-noon Dec. 11 at the post home, 61 Pine St., Old Bridge. The event will include a hot breakfast and a photo with Santa. Cost is $7 for adults, $5 for youngsters ages 4-12; children under age 3 will be admitted free of…
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Garden Friends to host Tree Lighting
The Garden Friends Early Learning Center will hold a Holiday Tree Lighting 7 p.m. Dec. 11 at the center, 3018 BordentownAve., Parlin section of Sayreville. The event is sponsored by GKB Landscaping, South Amboy. TheMain Street Theatre Carolers will be on hand to provide songs of the season. There will be hot cocoa, cookies, songs…
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Winterfest proceeds to aid veterans home
Sayreville Boy Scout Troop No. 96 will hold its Winterfest 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 10 at Sayreville First Presbyterian Church, 172 Main St., across from Borough Hall. The event will feature games and arts and crafts for children, photos with Santa and refreshments. A $5 donation per person would be appreciated. All proceeds will benefit…
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Candlelit concert to feature ‘Messiah’
The St. Mary’s Choral Society and Chamber Orchestra will perform George Frederick Handel’s “The Messiah” in a candlelit concert planned for 7 p.m. Dec. 17 at St. Mary’s Church, Augusta Street, South Amboy. The event is part of the Music at St. Mary’s concert series. The oratorio on the life of Jesus Christ was composed…
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Dance students to offer ‘Four Seasons’
Middlesex County Vocational and Technical School (MCVTS) of Performing Arts dance students will present “Vivaldi’s Four Seasons,” an evening-length dance-theater work choreographed by dance-faculty member Cleo Mack, 7:30 p.m. Dec. 8, 9, 15 and 16 at East Brunswick Vocational and Technical High School, 112 Rues Lane, East Brunswick. Tickets cost $10 for general admission, $5…
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