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Southern guitarist to bring blues to colorful palette of autumn arts
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Singer-songwriter Jon Shain, of Durham, N.C., will share tips and tricks of the craft during his Acoustic Blues Guitar Workshop set for Sept. 19 at Metuchen’s Old Franklin Schoolhouse. Take it from a fellow musician — the upcoming Acoustic Blues Guitar Workshop with Jon Shain promises to be finger-pickin’ good.…
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Protecting pets when disaster strikes
By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer Experts say pet owners should be proactive in protecting their pets before an emergency occurs by creating an action plan, preparing a to-go kit and visiting a new state website that provides tips about how to keep animals safe. FILE PHOTO Most residents know how to prepare for an emergency:…
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Metuchen enacts fees for vacancies
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Despite some pushback from a couple of residents and one council member, the Metuchen Borough Council approved a measure aimed at eliminating vacant properties in the downtown area. The vacant property registration ordinance (VPRO) requires owners of such properties to register with the borough, paying a set fee for the…
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Sitting in the lap of luxury
By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features Even moderately priced cars treat their occupants to top-notch interiors these days A shiny new car might initially catch a shopper’s eye with its sleek exterior styling, but it’s what inside — where a driver spends most of his or her time enjoying the view — that can make or…
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Teen ‘dream’ car
Q&A with Sharon Peters Q: My granddaughter is turning 15 this month and we’re preparing to buy her first car. We are interested in your recommendation as to what might be considered a relatively safe car that is mid-price or lower. Any suggestions and/or help would be greatly appreciated. A:First, I wouldn’t for a second…
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With rents on the rise, consumers are wise to consider a home purchase
When deciding where to live, one of the first and most important questions to answer is whether to buy or to rent. Many assume that renting is easier and less expensive than purchasing a house or a condo; however, more and more renters are finding that buying a home is actually more affordable. According to…
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Berkshire Hathaway Annual Golf Invitational slated for Sept. 21
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New Jersey Properties is sponsoring its Eleventh Annual Golf Invitational to benefit The Sunshine Kids Foundation. Participation and other sponsorship opportunities are available for the full-day event that culminates in a closing ceremony filled with entertainment and prizes. The Sunshine Kids Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing positive group activities…
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SPORT SHORTS
Rowan University senior running back Withler Marcelin (Ocean Township) earned New Jersey Athletic Conference Offensive Player of the Week honors after a record-setting day against Widener University. He became the school’s all-time leading rusher with 3,309 yards, eclipsing the previous mark of 3,217. Marcelin ran the ball 27 times and scored two touchdowns. The Long…
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Bongiorno, Burke team up for pair of Sire Stakes-Green Acres wins
Driver Joe Bongiorno and trainer Ron Burke teamed to win a pair of New Jersey Sire Stakes-Green Acres Sept. 5 at Freehold Raceway. Both events were pre-card, non-wagering races and both were $7,000 opening legs for 3-year-old pacers. In the event for fillies, Bongiorno, a Howell High School graduate, guided Lissan to a wire-to-wire victory…
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