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National String building proposed as retail, residential space
N.B. Zoning Board approves variances; full site plan application still needed BY JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer The former National Musical String Co., located on Georges Road in North Brunswick, will be converted into retail and residential space. The exterior will remain largely untouched because the building is on the National Register of Historic Places. JENNIFER…
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GM Newspapers staff spreads ‘Greater Good’ at shelter
Volunteers roll up their sleeves at Sayreville Pet Adoption Center BYAMY ROSEN Staff Writer Clockwise from above: Kyle, a Shih Tzu, gets all dolled up for his new owners during the Greater Media Newspapers’ Day of Greater Good at the Sayreville Pet Adoption Center Feb. 17. GMN controller Kathy McBain (center), an experienced groomer, gets…
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S.B. planning two park-and-ride locations
Beekman Road and Independence Way could be running by 2013 South Brunswick unveiled plans for two new park-and-ride locations at a recent Township Council meeting. “We’re looking to enhance the transportation system of our residents,” Public Affairs Coordinator Ron Schmalz said. The locations, on Beekman Road and at Route 1 and Independence Way, are expected…
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Former sheriff is charged with taking bribes for jobs
Spicuzzo arrested Monday on charges of misconduct, bribery Former Middlesex County Sheriff Joseph C. Spicuzzo was arrested Monday on charges that he demanded bribes of up to $25,000 from people seeking employment or promotions in the Sheriff’s Office. Spicuzzo, 65, of Helmetta, also the longtime Middlesex County Democratic Party chairman, surrendered to state police detectives…
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John Adams Elementary School teacher Josh Zuckerman, dressed as Thing 2, picks up fellow teacher Audra Lifson as students get excited about his visit on March 1. The school invited guest readers from the community to share a favorite book with students to commemorate “Read Across America” in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday. See more…
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South Brunswick school custodian charged with laptop thefts
SOUTH BRUNSWICK — After more than two years of investigation, South Brunswick police arrested and charged George Elliott, 55, of Marlboro, in con-nection with laptop computers stolen from the South Brunswick school district. Elliott, a 20-year employee of the South Brunswick Board of Education and head custodian at Brunswick Acres Ele-mentary School, was arrested on…
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The Fair Haven PTAwill host its 27th annual luncheon March 12 at Branches Catering on Monmouth Road in West Long Branch. The theme is “Welcome to the Boardwalk.” Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Proceeds from the luncheon will support the educational programs in the Fair Haven school system, specifically Sickles and Knollwood schools. Tickets are…
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RBC runners win two Eastern States relays
BY TIM MORRIS Three days after adding the final jewel to her crowning scholastic career (a Meet ofChampions title), Red Bank Catholic High School’s Molly McNamara anchored her Casey teammates to a pair of Eastern States championships on March 1 at the New York Armory. The Caseys won the distance medley relay and 4×800 in…
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Competitive nature is what drives Falcons’ Skove
BY MATTHEW ROCCO Correspondent A competitor by nature, Monmouth Regional High School’s Stephanie Skove is a determined athlete, and her success during the indoor season is just another reason to believe she will find just as much success as a Division I athlete . Skove, a vaulter and high-jumper, completed a successful winter campaign at…
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