• New models open at K. Hovnanian’s Oaks at Cranbury

    Quietly, with little fanfare but lots of interest, The Oaks at Cranbury has generated an impressive number of sales since opening last November. The new community from K. Hovnanian Homes, located off of Route 130 on Friendship Road in South Brunswick Township, features new, large townhomes, with a private pool and clubhouse to be located…

  • Spotswood scores win against Shore Conference opponent

    By JIMMY ALLINDER Correspondent SPOTSWOOD The Spotswood High School football team had played the first four games on its schedule, and it looked for all the world like it would turn out to be a tale of two seasons. The Chargers scored convincing victories against Greater Middlesex Conference (GMC) Blue Division opponents Dunellen High School,…

  • Monroe girls look to add to division title

    By JIMMY ALLINDER Correspondent When it comes to soccer, Monroe Township High School’s boys team has always ranked among the best in the Greater Middlesex Conference (GMC). It’s about time the girls team receives its due since it is enjoying one of the program’s best seasons. Following a 1-0 victory Oct. 6 over perennial power…

  • Chase for possession

    FRANK WOJCIECHOWSKI Ian Sawicki, left, of South River High School and Metuchen High School’s Ryan Josell battle for ball control Oct. 9 in Metuchen. South River fell to the home team, 1-0.

  • Shoe collection will aid developing nations

    Karma Cat + Zen Dog (KCDZ) Rescue Society is participating in the Shoes for Shelters shoe drive fundraiser that will run through Nov. 10 and will raise funds for homeless animals in central New Jersey. The rescue group will earn funds based on the number of pairs collected, as Funds2Orgs will purchase all of the…

  • Talk to shed light on Revolutionary battles

    The East Brunswick Historical Society will present a lecture titled “The Battles That Saved the American Revolution: Trenton and Princeton” 2-4 p.m. Oct. 18 at the East Brunswick Historical Society, 78 Milltown Road. Guest speaker will be Michael O’Donnell, a retired history teacher and librarian. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 732-249- 3522.

  • Authors to discuss living as seniors

    The Brandeis National Committee Middlesex Chapter will meet at 1 p.m. on Oct. 26 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Civic Center Drive. Authors Thelma Reese and Barbara M. Fleisher will present a program for and about women experiencing life in their senior years. The authors will share stories of various women they interviewed for…

  • Trunk-A-Treat event set for Elks lodge

    East Brunswick Elks Lodge 2370 will host Trunk-A-Treat, a safe way for children to go trick-or-treating, 1-4 p.m. on Oct. 25 at the lodge, 21 Oakmont Ave., East Brunswick, rain or shine. There will be candy and pumpkin painting. To RSVP, contact Laura at 908-705- 3984 or [email protected].

  • Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey

    TOP PICK Lighthouses and selected museums throughout the state will hold the Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey Oct. 17-18. Begin the challenge at any of the 11 participating New Jersey landbased lighthouses, one museum and two lifesaving stations. Purchase a $1 souvenir that will be proof of one’s visit. During the weekend, those age 11…

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