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Principal urges caution while driving on high school campus
Over the last two weeks, I have been monitoring the lots of South Brunswick High School, both before and after school. The recent tragedy in Robbinsville reminded me that there are times when we are not fully engaged while driving our vehicles, and I have seen this firsthand. It seems to me that more and…
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Local high school students rewarded for being caring
The Middlesex County Guidance Council recently presented Caring Awards to high school students at a dinner held at Middlesex County College in April. The Caring Award, given to one student from each high school in the county, is for outstanding volunteer community service. The local recipients include Rabeya Hussaini of Colonia High School; Alyssa Royce…
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Four boys from Troop 12 of Edison honored for earning Eagle Scout rank
Boy Scout Troop 12 of Edison recently held its annual Fred Langenohl Memorial Awards Dinner, where four Eagle Scouts from Edison and Metuchen were recognized. The Troop is chartered by the Washington School PTO and belongs to the Raritan Valley District of the Patriots’ Path Council. Troop 12 Scouts in grades 5-12 have been serving…
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New Spanish Book Club to meet at Library
The Metuchen Public Library, 480 Middlesex Ave., Metuchen, announces a new Spanish Book Club will meet, starting in May, once a month, except during the summer. The first meeting is from 7 p.m.-8:45 p.m. May 4, during which time, the club will begin selecting books for its 2016/2017 calendar year. The second meeting is scheduled for…
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French club to hold May 3 meeting
Francophonie Metuchen will meet from 7:45-9:45 p.m. on May 3 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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Garden opening and health fair held in Long Branch
The Long Branch Concordance Family Success Center, 300 Broadway, Long Branch, held the seventh annual Strengthening Families Community Garden Kickoff and Health Fair. The 7th Avenue Community Garden provides an opportunity to promote parent child interaction as well as grow family literacy and life skills. The garden becomes a family activity where everyone learns how to prepare…
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Hike on the Columbia Trail on May 7
The University Outing Club will hike the Columbia Trail on May 7. Meet at 9 a.m. and hike at 10 a.m. Registration is required. For more information, contact Ken at 732-985-5363.
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Spring Concert set for April 30 in Edison
Temple Emanu-El, 100 James St., Edison, will present the 34th annual Spring Concert “Notes of Spring” beginning at 8 p.m. on April 30. The concert features pianist Alex Pryrodny performing music by the great classical composers side-by-side with improvisations inspired by these works. Cantor Aviva Marer will also be featured. A dessert reception will follow the…
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Rummage sale will benefit senior programs
South Brunswick Community Development Charleston Place Senior Citizens will hold a rummage sale from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on April 29 and 30 at the housing center, 3424 Route 27, Kendall Park. Proceeds will enable existing senior programs to continue.
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