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Metuchen students named finalists in drug-prevention artwork contest
METUCHEN — Of more than 6,000 fourth grade students who participated in the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) Design a Fourth Grade Folder Contest, two Metuchen girls are part of the 30 finalists. Humera Delia Alisammond and Anika Kundu were named finalists from Campbell Elementary School in Metuchen. Humera’s artwork showcased her message, “Choose to Be Drug…
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Art exhibition on May 15 in Metuchen
The Westerhoff School Gallery, 5 Calvin Place Metuchen, will hold a one of a kind Art Exhibition entitled “Bits and Pieces”, from 1- 4 p.m. on May 15. Students in the “Running Wild” program are also on display. Enjoy live music provided by guitarist/artist Steve Beal, refreshments, and a raffle. The Westerhoff Gallery is located on the…
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French club to hold May 17 meeting
Francophonie Metuchen will meet from 7:45-9:45 p.m. May 17 at 243 Amboy Ave., Metuchen. Discussions are in French. Participation is free. Relaxed work meetings with moderate preparations and active participation in discussions are required. For more information, call Sam Van Chama, using French, at 732-767-9372.
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Schools donate more than 42 tons of food to MCFOODS
In total, 120 schools participated in the Middlesex County Food Organization and Outreach Distribution Services’ (MCFOODS) 2016 Spring School Food Drive, collectively accruing 84,700 pounds of nonperishable items. “We’d like to thank all the schools, students, parents, faculty and administrators who took the time and energy to promote the drive and drum up these…
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Police apprehend man wanted for domestic violence incident
SOUTH RIVER – Police have located a man who was wanted for aggravated assault and eluding stemming from a domestic violence incident. Mahmoud M. Ahmed, also known as Moreece “EMW” Gravano, 26, of Edison, was taken into custody in Edison by the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Department Fugitive Squad with the assistance of the South River Police Department Detective…
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Film screening set for May 17 in Metuchen
Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen, will screen a new film from Israel, Mekonen, The Journey of an African Jew, at 7 p.m. May 17. The film is produced by the same people who made last year’s Beneath The Helmet. Mekonen was one of the soldiers featured in that film. This sequel will cover his…
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JCC to hold ‘Rhythm and Jews’ program May 24
The JCC of Middlesex County and the Metuchen Edison Gesher Hadassah invite you to an evening of music and fun on May 24 at 6:15 p.m. featuring Lincoln Richman presenting “Rhythm and Jews: A History of Jews in Rock ‘n Roll.” From Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, to Bob Dylan, Carole King, Neil Sedaka, Lesley…
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Recital May 20 at Reformed Church
The Music Ministry of The Reformed Church of Metuchen, 150 Lake Ave., Metuchen, invites church members and the public to a music recital on Friday, May 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. The program titled, “Songs My Family Taught Me,” a selection of popular American songs, will be presented by Wilbur W. Lewis M.M.,…
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Pallone announces military academy nominees
Congressman Frank Pallone Jr. (D-Monmouth, Middlesex) recently announced this year’s U.S. Service Academy nominees. From the U.S. Air Force Academy, Eric Ozga of St. Joseph High School in Metuchen and Zachary Piotrowski of John P. Stevens High School; from the U.S. Naval Academy, Zachary Piotrowski of John P. Stevens High School and Hannah Santus of Metuchen High School; from the U.S. Military…
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