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Woodbridge officials won’t endorse Pilgrim Pipeline
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer While the governing bodies of several New Jersey towns are formally opposing the planned Pilgrim Pipeline, Woodbridge officials said they simply would not endorse the project. The Township Council passed a resolution Nov. 25 stating its concerns with the petroleum pipeline, a portion of which would run through the township.…
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Interfaith celebration scheduled for Dec. 17
An interfaith holiday party is set for 6:30 p.m. Dec. 17 at Royal Albert Palace, 1050 King Georges Post Road, Edison. The purpose of this interfaith celebration is for the Christian and Jewish communities to honor community service. Special guests include Congressman Frank Pallone, Sen. Peter Barnes, Sen. Samuel Thompson, Assemblyman Pat Diegnan, Assemblywoman Nancy…
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Metuchen snuffs out smoking in parks and near public buildings
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer METUCHEN — Air will be a little cleaner in the borough thanks to a new law that prohibits smoking in parks and limits it around municipal buildings in Metuchen. The Borough Council voted Dec. 1 to approve the ordinance after mulling it over for several months. “I’m very happy that…
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Festivities to include Hanukkah celebration
The Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Middlesex County will host the Edison Township Menorah Lighting and Hanukkah Celebration at 7 p.m. Dec. 17 at the JCC, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison. Dignitaries, JCC staff and community members are invited to the menorah lighting, which will be followed by musical entertainment, crafts and light refreshments for…
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Hanukkahlaser show to light up the night
Temple Emanu-El will present a Hanukkah laser light show from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 13 at 100 James St., Edison. The free evening includes a celebration of Havdalah and a laser light show performed by Ken Fink of Wondergy. A giant menorah lighting will cap off the event. Adults and children of all ages are welcome.…
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Date set for Hanukkah Shabbat dinner, service
Temple Emanu-El will host a Hanukkah Shabbat dinner and service at 6 p.m. Dec. 19 at 100 James St., Edison. Chicken, potato latkes and salad will be served. Dinner will be followed by a special Hanukkah family service appropriate for all ages. Ticket prices are $11 for adults and $9 for children. RSVP is necessary…
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AARP schedules lunch, winter events
Edison AARP Chapter 3446 will meet at noon on Dec. 15 for its annual holiday luncheon at the Rosewood, 2863 Woodbridge Ave., Edison. Entertainment will be provided by the Elderly Brothers. The following is a schedule of Edison AARP Chapter 3446 winter events: Dec. 18, Paper Mill Playhouse, “Elf.” Bus departs at 11:45 a.m.…
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Appetite for reading
PHOTO COURTESY OF DIANE VALENCIA Teachers Angie Muscolino, left, and Luciana Sweeney read to Natalie Jacobs, clockwise from left, Kaitlyn Powers and Suzette Stephen during a “Books Over Breakfast” event at St. Matthew the Apostle School in Edison.
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Wreath ceremony to honor fallen veterans
The fourth annual Wreaths Across America ceremony will be held at noon on Dec. 13 at the Piscatawaytown Burial Ground, also known as the St. James Cemetery, 2136 Woodbridge Ave., Edison. This program is a tribute to the many Americans who gave their lives for this wonderful country. Wreaths Across America was started by a…
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