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MLK event heralds ‘new generation of dreamers’
Dignitaries, clergy lead celebration honoring legacy of civil rights leader BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer The Rev. Ronald L. Owens, senior pastor at New Hope Baptist Church of Metuchen, blesses a wreath to be placed on a borough monument during a community celebration Jan. 16 honoring the life of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King…
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Local author helps students realize ‘bubble gum dreams’
Stresses value of hard work and the determination needed to self-publish a book BY LAUREN CIRAULO Staff Writer Old Bridge resident Mary Ann Castagnetta discusses her book “Elephant Soup?” with students at Southwood Elementary School. Mary Ann Castagnetta has plenty to talk about with children, but most importantly, she wants them to work hard and…
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Rec sets snowman,snow-sculpture event
The Monroe Township Recreation Department is holding its annual Snowman and Snow-Sculpture Contest. The competition, open to township residents, will run through March 31. There will be two categories: original snowman and most original snow sculpture. Entries may be solo, team or family projects. Awards will be presented at the April meeting of the township…
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Historical panel to offer ‘Alice Paul’
The East Brunswick Historical Society will present a program titled “Alice Paul: New Jersey’s Heroine for Equality” 2-4 p.m. Jan. 23 at the Historical House, 78 Milltown Road, East Brunswick. Guest speaker will be Kris Myers of the Alice Paul Institute, Mount Laurel. Alice Paul was one of the most influential women in America, leading…
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Runners, bikers will aid leukemia society
Participants from N.J. are being recruited now for Team In Training effort BY CLARE MARIE CELANO Staff Writer Walkers, runners and hikers have the ability to get fit and to help make a difference in the lives of those with blood cancers. The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Team In Training (TNT) is recruiting participants now…
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Free-Throw Contest scheduled for Jan. 22
Our Lady of Victory (OLV) Knights of Columbus Council No. 2061 will sponsor its annual Youth Free-Throw Competition 1:30-4:30 p.m. Jan. 22 at Our Lady of Victories Monsignor Dalton Hall, Main Street, Sayreville. Boys and girls ages 10-14 are invited to compete in their respective age divisions. All competitors must present proof of age (birth…
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fundraisers
Jan. 20 Proceeds Night, sponsored by Our Lady of Lourdes (OLOL) School, Milltown, 5-9 p.m., at T.G.I. Friday’s, Route 1 south, North Brunswick. Restaurant will donate 20 percent of each school supporter’s check (eat-in or takeout) to the school. Diners must present event flier for donation to count. For fliers, call the school office…
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Environmental friends group expands its focus
Kicks off new monthly lecture series at library this week BY LAUREN CIRAULO Staff Writer EAST BRUNSWICK — It has already made great strides in preserving and cultivating the township environment, but a local nonprofit group is hoping to become bigger and better this year. The award-winning Friends of the East Brunswick Environmental Commission (EBEC)…
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American Legion sets Super Bowl Breakfast
American Legion Post No. 214 will hold a Super Bowl Breakfast 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Feb. 6 at the post home, 264 Whitehead Ave., South River. The menu will include eggs, sausage, bacon, pancakes, home fries, coffee, tea, juice and cake. Cost is $8 per person, $4 for children under age 10. For more information and…
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