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The Fields Sports Complex in East Brunswick will host a fundraising 5 vs. 5 women’s soccer tournament to benefit Autism Speaks from 7 p.m. to midnight May 20. The tournament is open to women ages 18 and over and offers a round-robin style of 30-minute games. A maximum of eight players will be accepted on…
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Bears are top seed for GMC softball tourney
BY JIMMYALLINDER Correspondent This is East Brunswick High School softball coach Kevin Brady’s recipe for producing a prize-winning team: begin with Beth Ann Hyland, a junior who pitched the Bears to the CJ Group IV title last year. Then, stir in a lineup whose combined average is over .400, and top it off with senior…
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Falcons ready for challenge of tournament play
Baseball team seeded third for GMC tourney BY JIMMY ALLINDER Correspondent Monroe Township High School’s Caress Fenton (center) tries to run through the defense of South Brunswick’s Rachel Shaffer (l) during second-half action of the Greater Middlesex Conference Championship game on May 11 at East Brunswick High School. The defending champion Vikings won their third…
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‘Soundstage’ event ends on a high note for all
BYAMY ROSEN Staff Writer Alicia Madison and Dan Weltman The sun shone brightly upon those who attended Greater Media Newspapers’ “Soundstage” fundraising event on May 7, enhancing the spirits of those who enjoyed the food and entertainment provided in the tropical surroundings of Bar Anticipation, Lake Como. Close to $3,400 was raised and will be…
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Turning tragedy into inspiration
Local filmmakers follow story of Nick Scott, wheelchair bodybuilding champion BY JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent Arnold Schwarzenegger presents Nick Scott with the crystal “Arny” during the 2011 Arnold Sports Festival in March. The movie “Perspective: The Nick Scott Story,” produced by Aubree Marchione and directed by Robert Nuzzie, won the Best Overall award during the festival’s…
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Six Flags will host benefit walk, concert
Six Flag Great Adventure, Jackson, invites guests to enjoy an action-packed day on May 22, beginning with the fifth annual Walk With Ronald and ending with a live performance by R&B artist Jason Derulo. Kids of all ages can gather for a statewide “Kids Helping Kids” walkathon to benefit the Ronald McDonald Houses (RMH) of…
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N.J. Economic Policy Summit on May 25
The fourth annual New Jersey Economic Policy Summit will take place May 25 at the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The program will run from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the Bloustein School auditorium, 33 Livingston Ave., New Brunswick. The event will bring…
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WELCOME TO… Treasures of the Jersey Shore
Get a ‘Taste of Bradley Beach’ Saturday with food, crafts, music BY REBECCAMORTON Staff Writer Bradley Beach boardwalk The charm of a seaside town is proudly shown in Bradley Beach. With a stretch of beach neighboring Ocean Grove andAvon-by-the-Sea, Bradley Beach has a long history dating back to the 17th century. According to borough history,…
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Auditions on tap for children’s theatre
Open auditions for roles in the upcoming Main Street Juniors production of “Tumbleweeds” are set for 7-10 p.m. May 25 at the Main Street Theatre, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville. Children ages 12 and under are invited to try out. The show is based on the comic strip by Tom K. Ryan. Performance…
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