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Vocalists of the 1930s, ’40s, ’50s set for July 14
The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, will present Vocalists of the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s with David Aaron at 10:30 a.m. July 14 During the 1930s, ’40s and ’50s, every Big Band had at least one featured vocalist, male and/or female, to add musical variety. David Aaron, bandleader and…
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Driver charged with aggravated manslaughter
A Plainfield man has been charged with aggravated manslaughter following his alleged involvement in the death of an Edison woman, Middlesex County Prosecutor Andrew C. Carey said. Carey said Chiwueze Ebere, 29, of Plainfield, was charged on July 1 with aggravated manslaughter in the death of Wupiju Lin, 70, of Edison. Lin died after the…
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Metuchen Police Department gains two new officers
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer METUCHEN — Two new police officers have joined the borough’s ranks. Officers Richard Lorfing and Justin Poblete, sworn in at the June 29 Borough Council meeting, are filling posts left open after the retirement of Sgt. David Liantonio and Officer Cynthia Velez. Metuchen police Chief David Irizarry said the retirements…
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Art show
PHOTOS BY SCOTT FRIEDMAN Top: Patrons admire a 3-D sidewalk drawing by chalk artist Anthony Cappetto at the recent JuneBug ArtFest in Metuchen. Above: A crowd gathers for the drawings of Hopelawn’s Amanda Wisneski.
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Canine Companion provides help, friendship to human pal
Javier Robles and Delbert An Edison resident recently found his new best friend. Javier Robles received his third Canine Companion Assistance Dog from Canine Companions for Independence, a national nonprofit that provides assistance dogs for children and adults with disabilities. Delbert, a 2-year-old Labrador retriever, was deemed a match for Robles. The diligent dog has…
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Charges linger against officers
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer No decision was made on whether to dismiss charges against four Edison police officers after a recent Superior Court hearing on the matter. The charges stem from an alleged plan on the part of the officers to retaliate against a North Brunswick police officer because of a drunken-driving charge. In…
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Car shows rev up fun for whole family
By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer Steve Dillon of Monroe Township cleans his 1935 Graham at the Classic Car Cruise held at The Shoppes of Old Bridge on July 3. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Car enthusiasts, as well as families and investors, are flocking to car cruise nights throughout New Jersey to take a look at…
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Weichert’s Ocean office to host blood drive for Central Jersey Blood Bank
Louis Tordini, manager of Weichert, Realtors’ Ocean office, recently announced that they will be hosting a blood drive in conjunction with the Central Jersey Blood Bank on July 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Members of the community interested in donating blood are invited to attend the event at the Weichert, Realtors’ Ocean office,…
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NAIOP New Jersey honors industry leaders, top deals at 28th annual awards gala
NAIOP New Jersey honored the state’s commercial real estate leaders and top deals of the past year at its 28th Annual Awards Gala at The Palace at Somerset Park. More than 700 attended the sold-out event. “Creativity, vision, perseverance and close and trusting relationships are the keys to success in our industry,” said Michael McGuinness,…
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