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9/11 conspiracy theories to be topic
Dr. Angus Kress Gillespie, professor of American Studies, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, will offer a presentation titled “Was 9/11 a Conspiracy?” 11 a.m. Sept. 30 at the Monroe Township Public Library, 4 Municipal Plaza. For more information, call 732-521-5000.
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Stephy’s Place will be there to support those with loss and grief
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer Stephy’s Place will offer free support meetings and meditation for anyone struggling with the loss of a loved one. (L-R) Kevin Keelen, facilitator; Elaine Chevailer, New Life Support Group Founder; Sheila Martello, director; and Marion Fitzgerald, facilitator. KAYLA MARSH/STAFF Three years ago, Sheila Martello met Stephy Hardman Kaminoff, who…
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Volunteers needed to assist at blood drives
New Jersey Blood Services — a division of New York Blood Center, which supplies blood products and services to 60 hospitals throughout the state — is in need of volunteers at blood drives. The blood-service volunteer is an integral member of the collection team whose task is to assist donors with registration, escorting and canteen…
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NAMI to host training session for volunteers
NAMI-NJ (The National Alliance on Mental Illness) will hold a support group facilitator training session 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Aug. 29 at NAMI NJ, 1562 Route 130 north, North Brunswick. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. The training is primarily for people who are dealing with their own mental health issues who wish to volunteer to help…
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College to offer Chinese courses
Middlesex County College will offer classes in the Chinese language, starting in fall 2015. The first class, Chinese 121, will be held from 9:30-10:50 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays. Chinese 122 will begin in spring 2016. “China is a growing economic and world power, so learning Chinese opens up avenues for business, education and government opportunities,”…
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Researchers seek to raise awareness of storm surges
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer LONG BRANCH — Despite accurate forecasting, several dozen people perished during superstorm Sandy, and scientists are searching for the reasons why warnings about the magnitude of the storm were not heeded. “The storm affected multiple states from Virginia to Maine with the loss of over 40 people, despite the spot-on…
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Korean War/service panel seeks members
The Korean War/Service Veterans Association, Central Jersey Chapter No. 148, Monroe, welcomes new members. An invitation to join the chapter is extended to all veterans who served during the Korean War (June 25, 1950-July 27, 1953) at any location including Europe, or in Korea July 27, 1953, to the present. The group meets at 10…
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‘Ironbound Crooner’ to perform at library
Singer and composer John Padovano will present a free concert beginning at 2:30 p.m. Sept. 12 at the Old Bridge Public Library Main Branch, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. Padovano, a native of Newark, is known as “The Ironbound Crooner” and performs original music and poetic songs. His show, titled “Poesia and Chanson,” will feature…
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‘Love is Louder’ concert raises funds for mental health programs
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer Old Bridge High School student Jessica McDevitt shows “Love is Stronger” on her hand. She hosted a “Love is Louder” benefit concert on Aug. 16 at the Main Street Theatre in the Parlin section of Old Bridge, which showcased 11 acts from OBHS students, alumni as well as bands from…
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