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The truth isn’t always apparent at first blush
To fracture the words of Mark Twain, the rumors of my demise have been greatly exaggerated. I took a trip to Colorado last week to help my baby brother celebrate his 50th birthday (and help him remember to take his fiber tabs) and because my column didn’t appear in the paper, and my name wasn’t…
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Bimah Players sets ‘Autumn Tales’
The Bimah Players Community Theater will present “Autumn Tales” 3 and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14 and 21 and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at the Monroe Township Jewish Center, 11 Cornell Ave. The event will feature bloodcurdling tales by Charles Dickens, Thomas Hardy and other literary masters, accompanied by haunting music and a touch of humor.…
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‘Angels’ are sought for soldiers, children
The Little Soldier Angel Program is looking for individuals, groups and/or organizations to help make the upcoming holiday season a little easier for U.S. soldiers who are currently serving and for their children. Toys, gift cards and/or donations are sought. All donations will be gratefully accepted. For more information, call Linda at 732-432-7998 or 908-447-0500.
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Alborada to perform ‘Memories of Spain’
The Monroe Township Cultural Arts Commission will present the Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre in “Recuerdos de Espana” (“Memories of Spain”) 3 p.m. Nov. 7 at the Richard Marasco Performing Arts Center, Monroe Township High School, Perrineville Road. Led by the New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra, the concert will feature the Alborada company in dances performed to…
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Five cars involved in Rt. 18 accidents
EAST BRUNSWICK — Police said only minor injuries resulted from two related car accidents Tuesday morning. Police said the accidents occurred on Route 18 between Arthur Street and Cranbury Road at around 10:08 a.m. A northbound sport utility vehicle went off the road and struck the curb and then a utility pole on the right…
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Milltown brings scares with annual River Walk
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer Tim McGowan (l) and Randy Farkas get ready for a spooky evening at the entrance of the Milltown Haunted River Walk. MILLTOWN — The borough’s annual Haunted River Walk is a community affair. Now in its eighth run, the October event is one of the highlights of the year. “It…
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Halloween parade
Above: Pratham Patel, 9, of Monroe and other children of all ages march down Sheffield Avenue during Saturday’s Halloween Parade & Costume Contest. The Monroe Township Mothers Club and the recreation department sponsored the event. Below: Charlotte Hoge, 1, of Old Bridge, waits patiently for the start of the parade. Michael Costagliola, 4, of Monroe,…
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Road runners
Left: Hundreds set off for the 33rd annual East Brunswick Road Races Oct. 17 near Crystal Springs Aquatic Center. Above: Thomas Thorp of East Brunswick eyes the finish line. PHOTOS BY SCOTT FRIEDMAN
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Perez, Karczewski seek new council terms in Helmetta
HELMETTA — Two incumbents are running uncontested in their bids for reelection to the Borough Council next week. Joseph Perez and Peter Karczewski, both residents of York Drive, are running as independents on “The People’s Voice” ticket. The current six-member council and Mayor Nancy Martin have all been elected as members of this independent party.…
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