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Church thrift store sets Summer Bag Sale
The ShareGood Thrift Shoppe, an initiative of Sayreville United Methodist Church, in partnership with Simpson United Methodist Church, Old Bridge, will hold its Summer Bag Sale June 18 and 20 at the shop, Sayreville United Methodist Church, 406 Main St. Entrance is on Ida Street, off Pulaski Avenue. Regular store hours are 9 a.m.-1 p.m.…
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Woman killed crossing Rt. 9 in Old Bridge
OLD BRIDGE — A 24-year-old Jersey City woman died after being struck by a vehicle as she crossed Route 9 at the intersection of Perrine Road. The incident occurred around 3:31 a.m. June 15, according to Old Bridge Police Capt. Robert Bonfante. Leslie Maldonado was transported to Raritan Bay Medical Center, where she was pronounced…
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Sci-fi association still Trekkin’ after 30 years
The USS Avenger science-fiction fan association is celebrating 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…
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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.
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Job seekers to learn art of the interview
Dr. Colleen Georges will present a program titled “Acing the Interview” 6:30-8 p.m. June 30 at the Sayreville Public Library, Washington Road. The session will explore tips and techniques for interviewing and provide answers to some tricky interview questions. To register, call Alaina at 732-727-0212, ext. 25.
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Restaurant event to raise funds for leukemia, lymphoma research
Light the Night Walk Team Cindy’s Stars, a walk team formed in 2009 in memory of Lucinda Dingman, will sponsor a Dine to Donate Night to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) June 29 at Texas Roadhouse of Old Bridge, 1000 Route 9, Gateway Plaza Shopping Center. A portion of each supporter’s check will…
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Activity level at farm soars with model airplane club
By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer Members of the Tri-County R.C. Club of New Jersey held an Air Benders Slalom Race at the North Brunswick Aerodrome on the Pulda Farm on June 7. After traveling a long, winding, dirt/gravel road through the Pulda Farm in North Brunswick — and after passing groundhogs, deer, foxes and wildlife…
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Program to shed light on e-commerce sites
A program titled “eBay and Other Online eCommerce Sites: How to Use Them” is planned for 7 p.m. June 19 at the Old Bridge Public Library Main Branch, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. The presentation will offer information on how to safely buy online from sites such as Amazon, Craigslist and eBay. Topics will include…
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