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SBPD, U.S. Marshals track down alleged felon
SOUTH BRUNSWICK — The South Brunswick Police Department partnered with the United States Marshal’s Task Force to capture a fugitive wanted since June, according to a press release. The officers teamed up to bring in Eric Ferrell, 40, of Edison, who was charged with two counts of child endangerment and one count of possession of…
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Appellate court overturns sexual assault charges
Ex-hospital tech found guilty of attacking No. Brunswick, Edison women A former Robert Wood Johnson University critical care technician has had sexual assault convictions overturned. According to a decision posted on the Superior Court of New Jersey Appellate Division’s website Aug. 15, Bruce Sterling was not permitted a fair trial process. Sterling was arrested on…
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I’m still country, but country just isn’t cool
CODA GREG BEAN I t’s good to be back after a week off for my youngest son’s wedding in upstate New York. If you’re interested, it was a rousing success, and as my best friend from young adulthood noted on several occasions, a LARGE time was had by all. Seems I’ve gotten an almost perfect…
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Submissions welcome for 9/11 observances
Greater Media Newspapers, as part of its coverage of the 10th anniversary of the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, is inviting community groups, religious institutions and others to submit the special events and services they will be holding to mark that day. Send items to [email protected]. In addition to a listing of special events…
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Medicaid is lifeline for those with disabilities
Now that Congress is moving forward on further cuts to balance the budget, it must not be done at the expense of people with disabilities. My 33-year-old daughter Lisa has significant developmental disabilities; Medicaid is a lifeline for our family. It pays for the medication, doctors’ care and therapies she needs to stay healthy. Also,…
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Think about equality of privilege this Labor Day
Most folks need to work for a living, which makes Labor Day a very popular holiday indeed. Most folks need to work, but some folks don’t have the same access to good-paying jobs that others have. In many cases, if not most, that’s not by design. It’s just the way things work. Our country’s founding…
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Parent helpline deals with substance issues
When parents find out their teen is abusing drugs or alcohol, the immediate focus is generally on getting help for the teen. But parents are often in great need of help themselves. Anew toll-free telephone helpline is providing assistance. The Parents Toll Free Helpline, 1-855- DRUGFREE (1-855-378-4373), is staffed by clinical social workers with practical…
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Motorcycle raffle to benefit N.B. Fire Co. 3
North Brunswick Volunteer Fire Company No. 3, Cozzens Lane, is selling raffle tickets for an Orange County Choppers Rolling Thunder custom-built motorcycle. Tickets are $20. The raffle will be held Oct. 1 at noon at the firehouse. To purchase tickets, visit www.NBVFD3.net, email [email protected], call 732-846- 5536 or stop by the firehouse from 6 to…
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