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Metuchen tightens property maintenance code
METUCHEN — Borough officials are working to strengthen the town’s property maintenance code to deter what officials call a “disconcerting” problem that has arisen over the past few years. “We have had a few repeats of a rather unusual situation in Metuchen — residential properties that have declined and have been poorly maintained,” Borough Council…
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Elks provide protection shield to Sayreville PD
The South Amboy Elks, with the support of the Elks National Foundation (ENF) Gratitude Grant, has awarded the Sayreville Police Department with a new Intruder protection shield. Pictured are ENF Chairman Valentine Tarr, Capt. Jack Fitzsimmons, Sgt. Al Gawron and Exalted Ruler Dave Bryson. This denotes community service through Elks Care Elks Share.
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Meet Dr. Daniel Savarino
Apex Sports and Regenerative Medicine, established by Dr. Daniel Savarino, recently opened its doors in Tinton Falls to meet the growing need for Sports Medicine services in Monmouth County. Dr. Savarino is here to answer your most pressing questions about Sports Medicine, musculoskeletal injury and the services offered at Apex Sports and Regenerative Medicine. What…
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Is shoulder pain keeping you up at night?
Shoulder injuries are frequently caused by athletic activities that involve excessive, repetitive overhead motion. Examples of this are swimming, tennis, pitching and weightlifting. In addition, everyday activities such as gardening, house cleaning, window washing and hanging curtains can cause injury. Warning Signs of a Shoulder Injury According to American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, if you…
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Metuchen Grapplers registration open for area students
Registration is open for the Metuchen Grapplers wrestling team. Students in grades 2-8 who reside in Metuchen and North Edison (zip code 08820) are eligible to join the team, according to a press release from the Grapplers. The season, which will include dual meets and state tournaments, starts in December. Practices begin on Nov. 13…
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Jewish Heritage Museum plans performances
The Jewish Heritage Museum of Monmouth County, 310 Mount’s Corner Drive, Freehold Township, will present “So How Does a Musical Become a Musical?” by Larry Lowenstein at 1 p.m. Sept. 10. Tickets are $8 for museum members and $10 for non-members. After 30 years as a theater professor at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft, where he…
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Patriots striving for third straight state playoff berth
Cory Davies will continue in his third year to construct the Freehold Township High School football team into a winning program. In Davies’ second season as the head man, the Patriots posted a 7-3 record and qualified for the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association’s sectional playoffs for the second straight year in 2016. Freehold…
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AARP meeting to include discussion with dermatologist
East Brunswick AARP Chapter 4855 will hold a general meeting at 10:30 a.m. on Sept. 12 at the East Brunswick Firehouse, Civic Center Station, 310 Rues Lane, East Brunswick. Guest speaker will be East Brunswick dermatologist Sandy Milgraum, who will speak on cosmetics and skin care. Dr. Milgraum, affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area,…
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Two charged in synthetic opioid conspiracy following overdose
A man from New York and a woman from Howell were arrested on Aug. 29 in connection with their alleged roles in a conspiracy to distribute dangerous designer drugs, including a synthetic opioid that is several times more potent than morphine, Acting U.S. Attorney William E. Fitzpatrick announced. Brian Parker, 34, of Long Island City,…
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