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Monroe woman reflects on a century of life
BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer Florence Leibowitz MONROE— Florence Leibowitz, who celebrated her 100th birthday on Nov. 6, has been frequently asked what is the secret to a long life. “I don’t have a good answer,” Leibowitz said. “All I can tell people is that God’s been good to me, I’m blessed, and some of…
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CODA
We’ve got to act before lives are lost in Jersey GREG BEAN Here’s an opportunity alert for the state lawmakers in Trenton who are always looking for new ways to protect us from ourselves here in The Nanny State. It seems like every year they pass a bunch of new laws to prevent us from…
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Grateful to all who helped in aftermath of hurricane
On behalf of the volunteer coordinators of Monroe, we thank everyone throughout New Jersey and beyond for all your help, time and sweat during our time of need. Thank you to all the people of Monroe who pulled together and made a small effort huge and really showed what Monroe was made of: loving and…
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U.S. troops have displayed valor, humanity
On Nov. 11 we will celebrate Veterans Day, a tribute to those who have fought for the United States and, indirectly, for the world. To be certain, our veterans have earned our collective admiration, appreciation and recognition. They have been and will always be our heroes. But what is so special about our soldiers? The…
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Salon to offer free haircuts to military
The John Martin Hair Company, 336 Route 18 North, East Brunswick, will thank U.S. troops on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, by offering a complimentary haircut to any member of the U.S. military in uniform. Appointments will be taken, but walk-ins also are welcome. Donations will be collected for the Military Order of the Purple Heart…
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Daylight saving time comes to a tranquil end over a Davidson Mill Road farm in East Brunswick on Nov. 5. SCOTT FRIEDMAN
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St. Mary’s class of ’62 plans 50-year reunion
The class of 1962 of St. Mary Regional High School, South Amboy, will hold its 50th reunion Oct. 20, 2012, at Shadowbrook, Shrewsbury. Organizers are seeking graduates to participate. If interested in attending or to provide the whereabouts of other graduates, email Maureen Farrell at [email protected].
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Holiday bazaar, auction set at school
Assumption Catholic School, Meredith and Jacques streets, Perth Amboy, will host its Christmas Bazaar and Gift Auction 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Nov. 13. The holiday event will feature food, games, vendors and prizes. Admission is free of charge. For more information, call the school at 732-826-8721.
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