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Assistance available for new moms in need
While many women feel a sense of elation throughout their pregnancy, for some women, the periods before, during and after pregnancy are anything but happy. According to a press release from the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, most new mothers – up to 80 percent – experience at least a brief episode…
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Trauma survivor finds ‘Heaven Exists’
BY KIMBERLY STEINBERG Staff Writer Life has changed dramatically for Little Silver, Monmouth County, resident Noelle McNeil, whose recovery from a near-fatal accident is chronicled in her inspirational new book. “When the lights went out on Aug. 2, 2005, I had it all. I was 20 years old, an athlete, pretty, popular and a dean’s…
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Prostate cancer support group meets
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP — The CentraState prostate cancer support group provides education and support for men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Sponsored by the CentraState Healthcare System and the American Cancer Society, the group meets from 7-9 p.m. on the fourth Monday of each month at the Health Awareness Center in the Star and…
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Homes for dogs, cats and kittens needed
The Monmouth County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (MSPCA) is seeking foster homes and permanent homes for dogs, cats and kittens. Fostering is approximately a two-month commitment. The shelter also urges current pet owners to have their pets spayed/neutered. MCSPCA offers low-cost spay/neutering to the public. Anyone interested in fostering or adopting…
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Three plans put forward for soccer field restrooms
One plan involves concession stand for soccer, lacrosse teams BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer UPPER FREEHOLD — Some changes may have to be made to a proposed project at the Mark Harbourt Soccer Complex, as the architect’s estimates for the work have come in higher than anticipated. The township’s construction official, Ron Gafgen, who is…
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Community dance Jan. 8 in Millstone
Banish the post-holiday doldrums and dance your way into the new year Jan. 8 at “Swing into the New Year,” Millstone’s 2nd annual community dance emceed by Candace Woodward-Clough. Presented by Millstone Township Community Education, Woodward-Clough will teach two dances — a beginner swing and a Latin dance — from 7-8 p.m., followed by an…
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Arts groups press state to make good on grants
BY KIMBERLY STEINBERG Staff Writer Representatives of area arts organizations say the freezing of $14 million in state grants as a result of Nee Jersey’s budget crisis has created a financial emergency for the arts that will trickle down to local economies. Numa Sasselin, chief executive officer of the Count Basie Theatre, Red Bank, explained…
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Nominations taken for Animal Hall of Fame
New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association, Hillsborough, is seeking nominations for its 15th annual Animal Hall of Fame. Induction ceremonies will be at a public awards luncheon Feb. 28 at the Hamilton Park Conference Center, Florham Park. Deadline is Dec. 1. For 14 years, New Jersey’s veterinarians have been honoring special animals that make an indelible…
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Catch the geocaching wave
High-tech hide-and-seek game happening locally and around the world BY JENNIFER KOHLHEPP Staff Writer The treasure hunt is on, and seekers are being led to a spot along the Roosevelt Woodland Trail. Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunt being played throughout the world by outdoor explorers. To play, participants need a global positioning system (GPS)…
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