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State Theatre Receives a 2011 People’s Choice Award Nomination
New Brunswick, NJ (December 5, 2011) It was recently announced that the State Theatre Regional Arts Center at New Brunswick has been selected as a nominee for "Favorite Performing Arts Center" as part of the annual Discover Jersey Arts People’s Choice Awards. From now through January 18, 2012, the public has been invited to vote…
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LAWRENCE: Renovations at Quaker Bridge Mall set to begin
By Lea Kahn, Staff Writer The long-awaited renovation to the interior of the Quaker Bridge Mall is slated to begin early next year, the Lawrence Township Planning Board learned Monday night. The project should be completed by October, said Thomas J. Schneider, the Simon Property Group’s executive vice president for development. The 1-million-square-foot Quaker Bridge…
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MANVILLE: Novicky continues concert’s tradition
Regina Novicky plays the guitar as she sings with the Grace Notes, Denise Morio, Pauline Bicson and Sister Marilyn Minter. Photo by Mary Ellen Zangara
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TOWN CALENDAR: Week of Dec. 8
Local chorus offers its holiday concert Friday, Dec. 9 Raritan Valley Chorus will present holiday concert, “Wassail,” at 7:30 p.m. at the Hillsborough Reformed Church at Millstone on Main Street (Route 533) and Amwell Road. Featured artists are the Riverside Quartet and the Somerset String Quartet. Donation is $10 for adults and $8 for…
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CALENDAR: Week of Dec. 8
Dec. 13 Board of Education: Meetings start at 7 p.m. in the media center of the intermediate school at 100 North 13th Ave. Dec. 17-19 Santa’s gift delivery: The Camplain Road Volunteer Fire Company’s annual fundraiser runs Friday through Sunday. For a minimum $10 donation per family, Santa Claus will arrive at your home via…
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POLICE BLOTTER: Week of Dec. 8
A 21-speed green Quasar Catapult men’s mountain bike was found at about 12:20 p.m. Nov. 28 on the ramp of the Fire Company No. 3 on North 8th Avenue. * * * An employee of Rich’s Off-Road Towing reported at 1:30 p.m. Nov. 28 that on Nov. 19 between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m. the…
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CENTRAL JERSEY: Holiday shopping tips for savvy consumers
TRENTON — The state Division of Consumer Affairs reminds shoppers to know their rights about rain checks, gift cards and refunds, and to check the national list of recalled toys before going online or to stores this holiday shopping season. ”We’re seeing a resurgence in layaway plans offered by stores this year,” said Thomas R.…
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ALLENTOWN: Spending approved for new computers, software
Separate ordinance regulates cash-for-gold shops By Rachel Lavery, Special Writer ALLENTOWN The Allentown Borough Council has approved ordinances authorizing spending for new municipal computers and accounting software. A third unrelated ordinance approved at the Nov. 29 Borough Council meeting requires owners of cash-for-gold businesses to undergo criminal background checks and be licensed by police…
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ALLENTOWN: ‘Holiday Idol’ warms hearts on cold night
Dennis Symons After helping to judge the sugary entries in the in the Allentown cookie-baking contest, a group of local youngsters gather around the Allentown Business Community Association’s Christmas tree at the gazebo on Lakeview Drive on Dec. 3. Photo by Dennis Symons, www.dennissymons.com
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