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Brake check
Q&A with Sharon Peters Q: Friends (all younger) were talking at lunch with some enthusiasm about “brake-checking” a driver who seemed to be aggressive or a jerk or something. I didn’t want to sound hopelessly out of touch, but I don’t know what the term means. Can you enlighten me? A: When you brake-check someone,…
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History’s oddest auto accessories
By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features From an in-dash coffeemaker to gyroscopic stabilizers, here are some the wackiest car gadgets ever from the famed JC Whitney auto parts catalog A true automotive icon is celebrating its 100 anniversary this year, one that’s been satisfying the needs of garage mechanics and fueling the fantasies of car crazy…
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Luxury Townhomes at Carriage Gate at Little Silver ideal spot for summer fun
There’s no doubt about it: summer is one of the best times of the year to be in the Little Silver area. A quaint, intimate borough set by the Shrewsbury River and close to Rumson, Little Silver offers residents a desirable lifestyle near the water, with endless opportunities for summer fun. During the warmer seasons,…
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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 soldout event. “Creativity, vision, perseverance and close and trusting relationships are the keys to success in our industry,” said Michael McGuinness,…
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SPORT SHORTS
Felician College relief pitcher Danny Naif (Jackson Liberty) and infielder Bruce Strickland (Raritan) landed on the New Jersey Collegiate Baseball Association (NJCBA) Division II/III All-Rookie Team. Those seeking to be part of an international soccer team may test themselves at the new Boca Juniors Academy between June 13 and 23. For more information, visit www.usboca.com.…
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Young Matawan softball team exceeds expectations
By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent One of the youngest high school softball teams in the Shore was also one of the most successful. With pitcher Erin Powers and right fielder Shannon Sansone as the only seniors in a lineup laden with sophomores, Matawan Regional High School went from a 14-13 record and early exits in tournaments…
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Isaacson, Anzano capture Meet of Champions gold
By TIM MORRIS Staff Writer Christian Brothers Academy’s Drake Anzano used a withering kick in the final 100 meters to win the 1,600-meter title at the NJSIAA Meet of Champions June 3 at Frank Jost Field in South Plainfield. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR The indoor track and field season proved to be a precursor for…
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Middletown South claims Group III softball crown
By WAYNE WITKOWSKI Correspondent Hannah Wisialko, left, and her Middletown High School South teammates had every reason to be smiling at the end of the softball season. The Eagles captured the NJSIAA Group III state title June 5, defeating Sparta, 8-1, in the finals at Kean University, STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Middletown High School South’s…
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New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Summer Wine Tasting
TOP PICK The New Jersey Symphony Orchestra will present a summer wine tasting on the picturesque grounds of Locust Hill Vineyard in Red Bank 5-7:30 p.m. June 13. Attendees will enjoy a variety of artisanal New Jersey wines, light refreshments and a performance by a New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Chamber Players brass ensemble. Proceeds from…
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