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Muslims mingle with diverse group at dinner breaking Ramadan fast
WOODBRIDGE — A recent event to mark the Muslim holy month of Ramadan also celebrated peace, harmony and diversity as members of varied religious communities came together. Organized by the American Muslim Council Political Action Committee (AMCPAC), the fourth annual Grand Interfaith Iftar Dinner brought together more than 1,000 people from across the state on…
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Hospice volunteer offers sincere suggestions
Less than 45 percent of dying Americans receive hospice care at home, and nearly half of those are referred to hospice within just two weeks of death. Hospice was designed to provide end-oflife care, but this is brink-of-death care. As the end of life approaches, there is a lot we can do to make the…
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Stately pink flamingo and other pop culture icons of the 1960s adorn the window display at Flying Saucer, Cookman Avenue, Asbury Park, Aug. 9. MARK ROSMAN/STAFF
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Flash mob makes moves to help children with autism
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Above: During a flash mob performance aimed at raising awareness and funds for autism, the members of Hope4Spandana move in synch to Bollywood and American pop beats. Below: The members of Hope4Spandana pose with their banner after a flash mob performance at Brunswick Square Mall in East Brunswick on July…
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Woodbridge cracks down on illegal occupancy, other violations
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer A recent fine levied on a Woodbridge property owner is driving home the point that township officials will not stand for violations of municipal qualityof life ordinances, according to Mayor John McCormac. “Illegal and overcrowded housing, property maintenance violations and violations of the township advertising sign ordinances are the most…
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Radio Play Parody slated for August 16
Downton Abbey: A Staged Radio Play Parody and High Tea will be held 4 p.m. Aug. 16, at The Old Franklin Schoolhouse, Metuchen. The performance will feature Jeff Maschi, Jane Smith, Danielle Illario and Laurence Mintz. Danielle Illario will sing “If You Were the Only Girl (in the World)” and “Roses of Picardy” from the…
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Scholarships honor police, fire, EMTs
By DONNA KENYON Executive Editor The 200 Club of Middlesex County awarded $105,500 in scholarships to 85 children of police, fire and EMS personnel. “The recent warehouse fire in North Brunswick makes us realize what the parents in this room do every day. Thank you,” said 200 Club President Michael McLaughlin as he prepared to…
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Pakistan Day Parade first of its kind in New Jersey
By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent EDISON — This year, local Pakistani residents won’t have to travel to New York for a parade celebrating their heritage — a local group is holding its inaugural Pakistan Day Parade on Aug. 16. Uniting the Pakistani population in the area, the parade will start in Edison and conclude in Woodbridge.…
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Performance set for Aug. 13
The Metuchen Arts Council will present The Grip Weeds at the Metuchen Rocks! Summer Concert Series at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 13 on the Metuchen Summer Stage, located at the corner of New and Center streets, Metuchen. Admission is free. For more information, contact Nancy Goldberg at 732-632-8502 or email [email protected].
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