I have been hearing a lot in the news lately about missing packages from people’s front porches. The carriers who deliver the packages can solve this problem. For example, as it is now, the delivery person sets the package on the front porch and rings the doorbell. The carrier does not wait to see if… Continue reading Carriers should ensure deliveries
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STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR The Force was strong at the Plumsted Library in Plumsted Township, Ocean County, on Dec. 16 when a celebration of all things “Star Wars” was held in conjunction with the opening of “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.”
Six-week ESL course to begin Jan. 29 at library
A free ESL conversation group will be held for six weeks at 10 a.m. Fridays beginning Jan. 29 at the Jamesburg Public Library, 229 Gatzmer Ave., Jamesburg. Registration is free but space is limited. Call 732-521-0440 or email cfrank@lmxac.org to sign up.
Artists will paint still lifes on Jan. 8
The Suburban Artist Guild of Central New Jersey will hold its next monthly meeting at 2 p.m. on Jan. 8 at the East Brunswick Library, Jean Walling Civic Center on Ryders Lane. Bring in materials suitable for a still life, such as bottles, imitation flowers or fruit. Several arrangements will be set up around the… Continue reading Artists will paint still lifes on Jan. 8
Milltown council thanks Murray for three years of service
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer MILLTOWN — As the Borough Council commenced its final meeting of the year, Patricia “Patty” Murray said she enjoyed her three years serving on the council dais. “It has been a real honor serving the residents of Milltown and it has been a great learning experience for myself personally,” she… Continue reading Milltown council thanks Murray for three years of service
Temple teaches children to perform mitzvahs
By MICHAEL NUNES Staff Writer EAST BRUNSWICK — For those children whose only source of food may be a school lunch, Temple B’nai Shalom has made a weekend care package for them. On Dec. 13, members of the Little Sisterhood of Temple B’nai Shalom, Fern Road, packed zipped storage bags with food to give to… Continue reading Temple teaches children to perform mitzvahs
Youngster shows strength in battle against cancer
By CHRISTINE BARCIA Staff Writer Gracie West, a seventh-grader at the Barkalow Middle School, Freehold Township, has been battling cancer for two years and recent scans showed no evidence of the disease. In December 2014, Gracie traveled to Rome and received a blessing from Pope Francis. CHRISTINE BARCIA/STAFF Gracie West literally jumped for joy with… Continue reading Youngster shows strength in battle against cancer
Monroe board lauds three departing members
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer As the Monroe Township Board of Education commenced its final meeting of the year, school officials praised the work of three outgoing board members. Schools Superintendent Michael Kozak presented Board President George Doug Poye, Anthony Prezioso and Robert Czarneski, who served as a representative from Jamesburg, with plaques for their… Continue reading Monroe board lauds three departing members
Council delays vote on Spotswood EMS service
By MICHAEL NUNES Staff Writer The future of Spotswood EMS remains foggy going into the New Year. According to borough Business Administrator Dawn McDonald, council members have made no decision regarding the borough’s medical transportation service, despite coming to the end of its initial 60-day bidding period. “[The] mayor and council have not made a… Continue reading Council delays vote on Spotswood EMS service
New year offers opportunity to organize
By CHRISTINE BARCIA Staff Writer Mise en place is a French culinary term that means “putting in place.” For chefs, having ingredients prepared and arranged before the cooking process begins allows for greater organization and efficiency in executing a recipe. Applying that concept in everyday life can bring that same organization to almost any task.… Continue reading New year offers opportunity to organize