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Christopher Joseph Basile
Christopher, age 5, of Spotswood, died Dec. 2, 2009, in Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick. He was a kindergarten student at Schoenley School, Spotswood. He was predeceased by his paternal grandfather, Louis Basile, and by an uncle, Joseph Palumbo. Surviving are his parents, Louis Basile and Donna Palumbo Basile; a brother and sister,…
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Marion R. Dougherty
Mrs. Dougherty, 90, of Middletown, died Dec. 6, 2009, at Chelsea Assisted Living, Tinton Falls. She was predeceased by her husband, Daniel R. Dougherty, in 1979. She is survived by her children, Joan Fitzgerald of Milford, Pa., Denise J. and Donald Sisk of Middletown, Geri and Michael Benedetto of Monroe Township, Daniel and Catherine Dougherty…
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Joseph B. McPherson
Mr. McPherson, 81, of North Brunswick, died Nov. 28, 2009, at Saint Peter’s University Hospital, New Brunswick. He was a crane operator at Independent Iron and Metal Co., New Brunswick, for more than 40 years, retiring in 1989. He was predeceased by a son, Douglas K. McPherson; and a sister, Anna Widman. Mr. McPherson is…
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Wolverine Pee Wees capture Garden State Championship
The Pee Wees of Monroe won the Garden State Championship at Rutgers University Nov. 29 by defeating the Shore Blue Devils in an exciting 40-20 game. The game gave the team its 13th victory of the season, one that started with high expectations for this group of kids, who were the Central Jersey Champions in…
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Tucci spearheads EBHS football championship run
BY JIMMY ALLINDER Correspondent Marcus Borden, coach of the Central Jersey Group IV champion East Brunswick High School football team, is about to become the most tenured high school football coach in the GMC with the retirement of Old Bridge’s Bob De- Marco. Borden could also become a prognosticator if he so desires. Top: East…
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Holt, Pallone have done their duty
AARP thanks Reps. Rush Holt and Frank Pallone for their votes in favor of better health care for every New Jerseyan. With the passage of the Affordable Health Care for America Act (HR-3962), we are one step closer to a stronger Medicare for seniors and future generations, and stable, affordable health care options for all…
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Detection methods in pancreatic cancer vital
With the recent passing of prominent American figures such as actor Patrick Swayze and NCAA President Myles Brand, pancreatic cancer has been in the national spotlight, yet many people don’t realize the severity of the disease and the urgent need for early detection methods and effective treatment options. Pancreatic cancer is the fourth leading cause…
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Monroe Falcons newly crowned champions
BY JIMMY ALLINDER Correspondent PHOTOS BY JEFF GRANIT staff If you are a Monroe Township High School football fan, you have to be bubbling with excitement. Not only are the Falcons newly crowned Central Jersey Group III champions, thanks to a dominating 30-10 win over previously unbeaten and top-seeded Middletown South, played Saturday in a…
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Drivers, beware during deer mating season
Motorists, beware: Amorous animals will soon be bolting to and fro in and out of traffic, looking for love. In fact, deer mating season will peak soon — beginning in late October throughout November and into December. Deer are on the prowl with only love on their minds. For that reason, driving on rural and…
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