• From recruiter to welder to computer expert

    Local businessman establishes My Expert PC after series of job opportunities BY JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer NORTH BRUNSWICK — Ian Scherzer says his career path is all based on fate. After graduating from South Brunswick High School in 2003, he attended the University of Hartford and worked toward a degree in management information systems at…

  • The story of Thanksgiving

    Students of two St. Augustine of Canterbury kindergarten classes learn the story of the first Thanksgiving with residents of Brandywine Senior Living on Nov. 15. PHOTOS BY JEFF GRANIT staff A live turkey entertains St. Augustine of Canterbury kindergartners at Brandywine Senior Living as part of a pre-Thanksgiving Day program on Nov. 15.

  • New church adds element of giving to holiday season

    Element Church holds service, donation drives to connect with community BY JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer Marcos Marti, missions pastor at Element Church, serves up some ham to Steffi Weryzynski as members of the North Brunswick church host a Thanksgiving dinner for members of the community at Judd Elementary School on Nov. 13. PHOTOS BY SCOTT…

  • S.B. library to host meditation class

    The South Brunswick Public Library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction, will host “Deep Relaxation and Meditation” 7-8:45 p.m. Dec. 15. This class will teach how to reach a state of deep relaxation with gentle stretching, movement and breathing patterns. The class will end with seated meditation. Bring a small pillow, two or three large towels,…

  • FEMA extends N.J. deadline to register for assistance

    A t the request of the state, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is extending the registration deadline for renters, homeowners and business owners who suffered damage from Hurricane Irene. Those affected by the storm and flooding between Aug. 27 and Sept. 5 now have until Nov. 30 to register for disaster assistance, according to…

  • N.B. Township accepting passport applications

    North Brunswick Township’s Office of Business Administration will be accepting passport applications on behalf of the U.S. Department of State. U.S. citizens planning international travel may apply for passports noon-4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday in the Business Administration office, 710 Hermann Road, second floor, North Brunswick. For application forms, documentation required, fees charged,…

  • Elks Lodge sponsoring scholarships

    Applications are available for the New Brunswick Elks Lodge No. 324 Most Valuable Student Scholarship and Legacy Scholarship competitions. The Most Valuable Student scholarship is for any high school senior who is a citizen of the United States. Applicants will be judged on scholarship, leadership and financial need. The Legacy scholarship carries the same requirements,…

  • American Legion to hold Christmas Party

    American Legion Post 401, 148 Major Road, Monmouth Junction, will host its annual Christmas party at the post hall on Dec. 10. Adinner buffet will be served from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event will include dancing until midnight with DJ Doc, and door prizes, and is open to the public age 21 and older.…

  • Academic strategies for boys on Dec. 1

    “TheMinds of Boys: Strategies for Academic Success — Redux!” will be presented 7-8:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at Crossroads North Middle School, South Brunswick. In this workshop, participants will learn about the brain-based research that supports the belief that males and females do learn differently, and learn what the differences between the male and female brain…

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