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SPORT SHORTS
Demons N Diamonds held off SS Poseidon to win the $25,000 New Jersey Futurity for 3-year-old trotters Oct. 23 at Freehold Raceway. One of two fillies in the field of five in the non-wagering race, Demons N Diamonds (Muscle Hill) was a three-quarter-length winner over the colt SS Poseidon (Muscle Hill), trotting the mile in…
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Lady Knights optimistic for next season
By WARREN RAPPLEYEA Correspondent Although Old Bridge High School’s girls’ volleyball team turned in an uncharacteristic 9-15 record this fall, there is plenty of reason to believe the Lady Knights can return to form next season with a talented group of players coming back. In 2013, coach Andrew Hopman’s team won 22 matches and brought…
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Bombers, Knights pick up wins as state tourney nears
By WARREN RAPPLEYEA Correspondent Old Bridge High School’s Jake Esposito weaves his way through the Monroe Township High School defense during the Oct. 30 game in Old Bridge. Esposito ran for a touchdown and returned an interception for a TD to spark the Knights to a 21-6 victory. MATT DENTON SAYREVILLE WAR MEMORIAL The Sayreville…
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Crafters, vendors welcome at PTA show
The South River Elementary School PTA Craft/Vendor Show is planned for 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 14 at the school, 3 Montgomery St. Crafters and vendors are sought. To reserve a spot, email [email protected].
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Auxiliary will hold fundraising book sale
The Raritan Bay Medical Center Old Bridge Auxiliary will sponsor its fundraising Books Are Fun Sale 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Nov. 13 in Auxiliary Hall B and C, at the hospital’s Old Bridge division, One Hospital Plaza, off Ferry Road. An assortment of books, games and more will be offered for purchase.
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Christmas story set on church grounds
The 31st annual A Drive Through the Christmas Story, an outdoor display of 10 life-size Bible scenes including live costumed characters, animals and holiday music, will be presented Nov. 27, 28 and 29 and Dec. 4, 5 and 6, 7:30-9:30 p.m. Fridays, 5-9:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, on the grounds of Sayre Woods Bible Church,…
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Talk to address wills, trusts, senior issues
The Middlesex County Federation of Democratic Women (MCFDW) will sponsor a program titled “Wills, Trusts, Estates and Everything Senior” 7 p.m. Nov. 10 in the lower-level conference room at the law offices of Hoagland, Longo, Moran, Dunst & Doukas, 40 Paterson St., New Brunswick, corner of George and Paterson. Topics will include wills, power of…
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Historical, cultural events set at library
Three new historical and cultural programs will be offered in November at the Old Bridge Public Library Main Branch, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. Art historian Mike Norris will present a lecture titled “Sailing the Seas Centuries Ago” 2 p.m. Nov. 7. Discussion will focus on traveling conditions, the lure of the high seas and…
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Mary “Jane” Staeger
Mary “Jane” Staeger, 84, of the Cheesequake section of Old Bridge Township, left this world peacefully at her home on Sept. 16 and is now volunteering for the greater good. Born to the late Walter and Gertrude Staeger, Jane was a lifelong resident of the township. She attended Matawan High School and was employed for…
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