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Six candidates discuss issues facing county
Three seats available on freeholder board BY LAUREN CIRAULO Staff Writer As the Nov. 2 election draws near, the six candidates vying for three seats on the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders presented their views to Greater Media Newspapers on the issues facing the county. Stephen J. “Pete” Dalina The three Democratic incumbents seeking…
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Middlesex County grants funds to buy Foerter Farm
Land to be preserved; money also allotted to Pine Ridge Park BY LAUREN CIRAULO, Staff Writer Two East Brunswick projects that have been stalled for nearly a year may finally see some progress, thanks to substantial open space grants awarded by the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders. The board voted on Oct. 21…
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A good Halloween scare for a good cause
Family asks visitors to donate to Spotswood food pantry BY PATRICIA A. MILLER Staff Writer When Judi and Brian Ryan were dating, like most couples they shared a few secrets about themselves. Brian’s was Halloween. Brian and Judy Ryan work on their elaborate Halloween decorations last week. SCOTT FRIEDMAN “I do like Halloween,” Judi told…
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Fundraiser to fight prostate cancer Nov. 20
A silent auction to fight prostate cancer will be held 6 p.m. Nov. 20 at the Hightstown Firehouse, 140 N. Main St., Hightstown. All proceeds from the event will go to the John Paul Geijer Memorial Foundation for raising prostate cancer awareness. Details: www.johnpaulgeijer.org or call 609-314-9631.
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Tickets on sale for Pancake Breakfast
The Sayreville Lions Club will hold its annual Fall Pancake Breakfast 8 a.m.-noon Nov. 7 at Sayreville War Memorial High School, 800 Washington Road. Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children. Tickets are available in advance from Lions Club members or at the door on the day of the event. Proceeds will benefit Lions…
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Youngsters invited to Halloween party
A Step in Time Dance Center will sponsor a Halloween party 2:30-5:30 p.m. Oct. 30 at the President Park Firehouse, Washington Road, Parlin section of Sayreville. Tickets, which cost $10 per child, $8 for each additional child, are available at the dance studio, 2909 Washington Road, Parlin. Proceeds will benefit the studio’s dance team. The…
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‘Finian’s Rainbow’ tryouts set in Parlin
Open auditions for the upcoming Main Street Theatre Company production of “Finian’s Rainbow,” the Yip Harburg-Burton Lane classic musical that recently ended its Broadway revival run, will be held 7:30-9 p.m. Nov. 9 and 10 at the Main Street Theatre, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville. Director Tony Adase of Manalapan and musical director…
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MCC to hold open house Nov. 7
An open house for prospective Middlesex County College students and their families will be held Sunday, Nov. 7, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the College Center on the Edison campus. High school students who are considering continuing their education at Middlesex, as well as anyone who is thinking about taking a course at…
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McCarrick open house scheduled for Nov. 4
Cardinal McCarrick/St. Mary’s High School, 310 Augusta St., South Amboy, will host an open house for prospective students and their families 6:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 4. In addition to its academic program, Cardinal McCarrick has opportunities for students to develop their intellectual, artistic, spiritual and physical abilities through extracurricular activities, community service and athletics. Average class…
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