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Bingo night coming to Edison’s Beth-El
Congregation Beth-El, 91 Jefferson Blvd., Edison, will host an evening of “Not Quite Midnight Bingo” on Jan. 29. Doors will open at 7:30 p.m. and games will begin at 9 p.m. All are welcome to join for a chance to win $1,000 in prizes, plus 50/50 games. Light refreshments will be available. For more information,…
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Wesley Thrift Shop offers specials, gifts
TheWesley Thrift Shop, located at the Wesley United Methodist Church, 5053 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, is offering Valentine’s Day gifts and weekly specials. The shop is open onWednesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The shop offers new, gently used,…
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Robberies prompt Edison officials to consider changing ordinance
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — In response to a recent string of gas station robberies, the Township Council is considering expanding requirements for local businesses to install surveillance cameras. Resident Esther Nemitz requested that township officials revisit their existing ordinance, which was adopted last May and requires 24-hour gas stations and convenience stores…
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Crabiel’s memory honored with new building at MCC
Crabiel Hall replaces last of the wooden structures from the Raritan Arsenal Family, friends and colleagues of late Middlesex County Freeholder Director David B. Crabiel were on hand Jan. 18 as Middlesex Community College dedicated its newest building in his honor. Crabiel served on the freeholder board for 27 years, including 13 as director, and…
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New lighted crosswalk on tap near train station
Site has history of accidents involving cars, pedestrians BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer Borough officials hope to have a lighted crosswalk in place near the Metuchen Train Station by mid-March, weather permitting. Borough Administrator William Boerth said bids for constructing the crosswalk are due Jan. 27. The administration rejected a previous round of bids in…
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Edison mayor: Police changes to save $150K
Restructuring includes demotions of seven officers; elimination of ‘on-call’ pay BY JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent Mayor Antonia Ricigliano has reorganized the Edison police department in order to save costs and place more officers on the street. The action includes the demotions of several officers to lower ranks and salaries. The reorganization, which the mayor announced Jan.…
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Guests explore the culinary lab during a tour of David B. Crabiel Hall on the campus of Middlesex County College, Edison, on Jan. 18. The 36,000-square-foot building holds 13 classrooms, as well as computer labs, conference and meeting rooms, a student lounge and offices. See story, page 3. ERIC SUCAR staff
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Tues., Jan. 25
By: centraljersey.com Library film: "Departures." When a symphony orchestra in Tokyo disbands, a cellist is left without a job. He and his wife return to his hometown and the crumbling remains of his mother’s old house. Looking for a new career, he suddenly finds himself working in the coffin industry. Meanwhile, he discovers a sacred…
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Headaches and Physical Therapy
What many do not realize is Physical Therapy can effectively help alleviate headache symptoms. By Performance Spine and Sports Medicine Headaches can vary in intensity and duration but many headaches, particularly migraine headaches can be quite disabling. Many people rely on over the counter medications initially and likely followed by prescription strength headache medications if…
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