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Distracted driving poses peril on N.J. roads
By P.J. CANDIDO Staff Writer Distracted driving, whether it involves a motorist on a cell phone, eating a sandwich, applying makeup or shaving, takes a dangerous toll on New Jersey’s roads. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Distracted driving is fueling a dangerous epidemic on New Jersey’s roads as it rivals the risks of…
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Housing authority to look beyond Long Branch
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer Long Branch’s housing authority is planning to develop housing outside of the city limits –a move that could leverage more funds to use in the city. Tyrone Garrett, executive director of the Long Branch Housing Authority (LBHA), said during the July 28 City Council Workshop meeting that the creation of…
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Palladino ready for added pressure at Muhlenberg
By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent Muhlenberg College junior quarterback Nick Palladino of Millstone realizes that teams will go after him and be well-prepared for his football team, which is ranked in the top 25 in two NCAA Division III preseason polls for the second straight year. Last season, Muhlenberg saw a 9-2 season end in a…
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American Pharoah delivers as winner at the Haskell
By TIM MORRIS Staff Writer Jockey Victor Espinoza waves to the cheering crowd as American Pharoah heads to the track to run in the Haskell Invitational Aug. 2. The Triple Crown winner made it look easy as he won the race much to the delight of the record-setting crowd of more than 60,000 fans. SCOTT…
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Test-taking tips
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, test anxiety is a form of performance anxiety that can affect even the most prepared students.The ADAA notes that several factors, including fear of failure and a poor test history, can contribute to test anxiety, the presence of which can make it difficult for students to…
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7 tips to find the best college fit from Huntington Learning Center
Choosing a college can be difficult for many high school students.With so many factors to consider, Eileen Huntington of Huntington Learning Center encourages teens to go about the process systematically.“Narrowing down colleges can be overwhelming, but by thinking through priorities and goals, teens can make the process easier and make a well-informed decision.” Huntington offers…
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Make school day mornings easier
School day mornings can be hectic, as getting kids ready for school and out the door on time is not always easy.Working parents may find school day mornings especially difficult, as their own work schedules can make mornings feel even more rushed. Fortunately, parents can employ several strategies to free up time in the morning…
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Veteran prosecutors promoted to senior litigation counsel
In an effort to recognize and better use the experience and dedication of career prosecutors in the office, Monmouth County Acting Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced the promotion of four current assistant prosecutors who will now serve in the newly created position of Senior Litigation Counsel within the office. Monmouth County assistant prosecutors Peter Boser,…
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Civil War Living History Weekend
TOP PICK The Robert E. Lee Civil War Round Table of Central New Jersey presents its annual Civil War Living History Weekend at Parker Press Park, Rahway Avenue in Woodbridge, Aug. 8-9. Camps are open to the pubic from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Aug. 8 at 8 p.m., a special 150th Civil War…
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