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Edison Arts Society seeks artists for exhibit
The Edison Arts Society is seeking artists to participate in a juried art exhibit entitled “Different Strokes,” which is to run from March 13-April 22 at the Metuchen Inn. The deadline for submissions is Feb. 11. Submissions will be accepted via e-mail or on CD. All work for review should include the artist’s name, the…
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Computer and job search classes to be offered at library
The Edison Public Library will offer free computer and job search classes for adults this winter at the Main Library, the North Edison Branch and the Clara Barton Branch. Classes are open to all adults. Registration begins one week before each class. The Main Library, 340 Plainfield Ave., Edison, will offer class on Tuesdays from…
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JCC announces presentation Feb. 23
The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, has announced Richard Ferris will present “Family Ties: Giuseppe Verdi’s Fathers and Their Children,” at 10 a.m. on Feb. 23. The cost is $8 for JCCMC Members; $11 for non-members. For more information, contact Sue Horwitz at 732-494-3232, ext. 3603.
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Frank Pallone Sr. dies at 92
Long-time public servant Frank J. Pallone Sr. has passed away at the age of 92. The former World War II tail gunner, sergeant, police detective and father of Rep. Frank Pallone Jr. (D-Middlesex, Monmouth) passed away on Feb. 7 at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch. “My dad always believed that public service was the…
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Long Branch suspends 8 cops for not working
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer LONG BRANCH — A group of Long Branch police officers working the midnight shift have been reprimanded for what is being deemed by city officials as not working while on duty. Mayor Adam Schneider said five officers and three supervisors were suspended, and the administration will be making changes…
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Church to host duo in concert Feb. 21
Flutist Marjorie Koharski and classical guitarist Dr. Keith Calmes will perform in concert at 3 p.m. Feb. 21 at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, 3455 W. Bangs Ave., Neptune. The duo will perform the works of Italian composers Vivaldi, Puccini and Martini as well as German composer Carl Blum and contemporary Argentine composer Marcelo Coronel. They…
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Court date set for sports betting appeal
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer OCEANPORT — The fate of New Jersey’s multi-year pursuit of legalized sports betting currently lies in the hands of a dozen federal judges who are slated to hear the case later this month. Dennis Drazin, adviser to the New Jersey Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, said the state will argue for the…
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Stephanie Evanovich to speak March 15
Stephanie Evanovich, a New York Times best-selling author, will discuss her new book, “The Total Package: A Novel,” at 7 p.m. March 15 at the Barnes & Noble bookstore at Monmouth Mall, 180 Route 35, Eatontown. Evanovich, of Asbury Park, is also the author of “Big Girl Panties” and “The Sweet Spot.” She will be…
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Time-banking workshop slated at library
The Long Branch Free Public Library will host a free workshop on time banking from 4-6 p.m. Feb. 17 at 328 Broadway. The program is open to the public, and families are welcome. Light refreshments will be served. Monmouth Cares and the ResourceNet time bank will present, “Life Works Better with Informal Supports and Community Connections.” Learn…
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