• Cheesequake marks 75th anniversary as ‘piece of heaven’

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer A postcard of people swimming at Hooks Creek Lake at Cheesequake State Park. PHOTO COURTESY OF CHEESEQUAKE STATE PARK Cheesequake State Park, which draws people to Old Bridge from all over the country each year, observes its 75th anniversary this month. The 1,274-acre park, which officially opened on June 22,…

  • County website aims to make a splash with maps about local rivers, streams

    The Middlesex County Improvement Authority’s (MCIA) newest website feature is steering residents toward one of the region’s natural resources. For applicable communities, the MCIA recently created an electronic version of comprehensive maps, serving as an overview for local streams, waterways and inlets. The maps also include their uses, currents and even restrictions. Denise Nickel, senior…

  • Gala to aid local children with special needs

    Jamesburg Elks Lodge No. 2180 will sponsor its 52nd annual Charity Ball for Special Needs Children 7 p.m. to midnight Oct. 31 at the Radisson Freehold, 50 Gibson Place. The event will feature dinner, a fivehour open bar, a DJ and dancing. Attire is formal; there will be a masquerade theme. Cost is $80 per…

  • Campaign emphasizes calling 911 during alcohol or drug emergencies

    Communities in Middlesex County will adopt the “One Phone Call, One Life Saved” campaign to educate the public about laws aimed at saving lives in New Jersey. Alcohol poisoning and drug overdoses are serious medical emergencies and should be treated as such, according to information from the Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse. The…

  • Local sci-fi association still Trekkin’

    The USS Avenger science-fiction fan association celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Founded in June 1985, the local chapter of Starfleet, The International Star Trek Fan Association Inc., has provided fans interested in science fiction — particularly the long-running “Star Trek” franchise — fantasy, science and space exploration with a social organization through which they…

  • Insurance companies given blank check

    Gov. Chris Christie has authorized hundreds of millions of dollars in corporate tax subsidies. It seems every week you hear about another company getting free money at taxpayers’ expense. Christie has been arguing the issues of pensions and health care, contesting that the average teacher’s health care costs slightly more than $31,000, and that the…

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    MATT DENTON Members of the Jackson Junior Air Force ROTC demonstrate the proper way to fold an American flag during a Flag Day ceremony June 14 at the Jackson Justice Complex.

  • Fun spot

    Above and below: Patrons walk through the Immaculate Conception Church Carnival in Spotswood on June 9. The annual carnival featured rides, games and live entertainment throughout the week. Top right: Isabella Breese of Spotswood enjoys a ride down the slide. Bottom right: Olivia Poliseno of Spotswood participates in the Wacky Water Race game. PHOTOS BY…

  • Dining fundraisers to support library

    The Friends of the Jamesburg Public Library invites members of the community to dining fundraising events planned for June 19 and July 17 at Ruby Tuesday, Brunswick Square Mall, East Brunswick, and June 24, July 22 and Aug. 26 at Cheeburger, Cheeburger, 33 Route 9 South, Manalapan. Diners may present an event flier — available…

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