• Benefit car shows, cruise nights continue

    The Just Us Cruisers classic-car club is holding its benefit Cruisin’for the Kids Cruise Nights 6-9 p.m. every Friday through Oct. 21 in the parking lot at the Peterpank Diner, Route 9 north, South Amboy/Sayreville. The weekly family-oriented events feature classic cars; children’s games; a DJ offering music from the ’50s, ’60s, ’70s and ’80s;…

  • Middle school progress to be focus of meeting

    BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer SOUTH RIVER — Middle School Principal Richard Sternberg will appear before the Board of Education May 23 to answer questions regarding third-marking period grades and adequate yearly progress. Board members expressed concerns over grades during their May 5 meeting. “I am equally concerned,” said Superintendent of Schools Michael Pfister. “As…

  • Monroe officials say thanks to town’s ‘guardian angels’

    BY CHRISTINA HABERSTROH Staff Writer MONROE — Township officials recognized local emergency medical service personnel for their efforts and dedication to the community during the May 2 Township Council meeting. Mayor Richard Pucci declared May 15-21 as Emergency Medical Services Week in Monroe. Pucci explained the importance of EMS in the community and how it…

  • Nominees sought for SRHS Wall of Fame

    South River High School (SRHS) is once again seeking nominations for selection to the South River High School Wall of Fame. The purpose of the wall is to identify and recognize the superior achievement and performance of former SRHS students within various fields of endeavor. These individuals and the recognition of their achievements will serve…

  • Tickets available for Lions Oldies Dance

    TheMilltown Lions Club will hold its annual Oldies Dance featuring the group Remember When, 7-10:45 p.m. May 21 atAmerican Legion Post No. 25, JFK Boulevard, Milltown. Donation is $20 and includes the show, snacks and dancing. There will be a cash bar. The benefit will raise funds for the visually impaired. For more information or…

  • Jewish center sets fair at new location

    The Center for Jewish Life will host a Lag BaOmer Fair noon-3 p.m. May 22 at the center’s new location, 176 Route 79 north, Marlboro. The inaugural event will feature a petting zoo, pony rides, train rides, a giant bounce, a 65-foot obstacle course, a 22-foot slide, arts and crafts, game booths with prizes, a…

  • Car-wash proceeds to aid youth council

    The East Brunswick Youth Council will hold a fundraising car wash 9 a.m.-2 p.m. May 21 in the parking lot at East Brunswick High School, 380 Cranbury Road. Cost is $5 per car, $7 per van, $10 per oversized vehicle. For more information, call 732-390-6797 or log on to www.ebyouthcouncil.com.

  • Columbiettes to hold flea market, craft fair

    The Columbiettes of Immaculate Conception Knights of Columbus Council No. 4907 will sponsor its annual Flea Market/ Craft Fair 10 a.m.-3 p.m. May 21, rain or shine, in the Immaculate Conception Church parking lot, Manalapan Road, Spotswood. For more information, call Rose at 732- 251-4864 or Bianca at 732-251-5969.

  • Memorial Day Parade planned in Spotswood

    The Spotswood Memorial Day Parade will begin at 2 p.m. May 30 at Schweitzer- Mauduit, Main Street, and end atAmerican Legion Post No. 253, Devoe Avenue. Lineup is set for 1 p.m. The event will take place rain or shine. Individuals interested in participating should call Ed at 908-720-2175.

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