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Ceremony to honor POWs and MIAs on Sept. 15
North Brunswick will hold its fifth commemorative program to pay tribute to those who are being held as Prisoners of War (POW) or Missing in Action (MIA) at 7 p.m. on Sept. 15 at the veterans monument in Veterans Park, Roosevelt Avenue, North Brunswick. The “Tribute to Comrades-POW or MIA” is co-sponsored by American Legion…
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Concert series to open with violinist
FREEHOLD – The Downtown Concert Series has announced its 2017-18 season with concerts that will feature an internationally celebrated violinist, a virtuosic pianist, a cutting-edge saxophone quartet and an energetic chamber orchestra from the area. The concerts will take place at historic St. Peter’s Church, Throckmorton Street, Freehold Borough. The series will open its eighth…
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Former board members take issue with plan
For six years we sat on the Marlboro K-8 School District Board of Education. Although we did not agree on some issues, we always put the students first, advocated for the taxpayer and championed for transparency. The board is offering the exact same referendum, but has chosen a September date in an attempt to target…
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Dotro sentenced to 20 years in prison for years of ‘demons’
NEW BRUNSWICK — It was the tale of two Michael Dotros — one who could do his job as an Edison police officer, and one much more sinister. Up until his plea deal on Aug. 21, Assistant Prosecutor Russell Curley said Dotro, 40, of Manalapan, couldn’t control his “demons” over the course of the…
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Landlord registration renewals due in North Brunswick
NORTH BRUNSWICK – The Department of Community Development has mailed renewal notices to all landlords who registered rental properties with the township as part of a three-year registration that expires Oct. 1. Landlord registration renewals require a $30 fee and will be accepted without penalty through Oct. 31. Only landlords with expiring certificates on Oct.…
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Mayor: Complaints prompted enforcement of ordinance
JACKSON – Mayor Michael Reina is defending the township’s recent enforcement of an ordinance whose purpose is to keep Jackson’s streets clear of obstructions. The municipal law states that “no person shall encumber or obstruct any street or public place with any article or thing whatsoever.” During a Township Council meeting in August, several residents…
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Bows raise awareness of cancers
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP – Four residents are working to make the public aware of different cancers through a campaign that features the sale of ribbons of different colors. On Oct. 1 (rescheduled from Sept. 30), Michele Thompson, Barbara Gandolfo, Jessica Walsh and Jill Rothstein will be at the municipal building at 9 a.m. as part of…
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Spotswood 5K course rerouted for Sept. 9
The Spotswood 5K race will take place on from 9-10 a.m. on Sept. 9. The course map is available at spotswoodboro.com. Due to ongoing construction on Madie Avenue, the course has been rerouted. Be aware of traffic.
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Job fair to feature FedEx Ground positions
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development’s New Jersey Career Connections service will partner with FedEx Ground to hold a job fair at the East Brunswick Library from 6-9 p.m. on Sept. 28 at the library, Jean Walling Civic Center, East Brunswick. A FedEx Ground talent acquisitions coordinator will discuss seasonal and long-term job…
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