• Greater Media chairman lauded for radio leadership

    By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer Peter Smyth A lways at the forefront of his industry, Greater Media’s CEO has been recognized for his role in electronic media. Peter Smyth, chairman and CEO of Greater Media Inc., was an honoree at the 12th annual Giants of Broadcasting & Electronic Arts, a yearly event sponsored by the…

  • Republicans challenge incumbent Democrats for freeholder seats

    Election 2014 Four candidates are vying for two threeyear terms on the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders in the Nov. 4 election. Democrat incumbents Carol Barrett Bellante and Charles Tomaro are seeking reelection, while Republican newcomers Richard J. Greene and Stephanie M. Bartfalvi are seeking their first terms. Barrett Bellante, who is seeking her…

  • Advocates seek ouster of mayor, shelter officials

    By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer Animal welfare advocates protest outside the Helmetta Regional Animal Shelter Oct. 11 to call attention to what they claim are substandard conditions and inhumane treatment of the animals housed there. SCOTT FRIEDMAN A nimal welfare advocates and Helmetta Councilwoman Yvette Bruno called for the mayor to resign over problems…

  • Work of psychics conjures spirited debate

    By ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer Spiritual advisor Victor Gonzalez offers a tarot card reading to Kathy Puca of Hamilton during the Halloween-themed Witches Night Out in downtown Allentown on Oct. 23. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Roughly one year ago, Heather Saracen was going through a particularly rough patch in her life. Facing struggles and unsure…

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    SCOTT FRIEDMAN A witch walks through the cemetery at the Milltown Haunted River Walk on Oct. 24.

  • Bulletin Board

    – ‘Steampunk Poe’ to be presented this weekend The Sayreville War Memorial High School Theatre Society will present Edgar Allan Poe’s “Steampunk Poe” at 7 p.m. Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 at the school, Washington Road, Parlin section of Sayreville. Playwright/Director Michael A. Piccuirro has interpreted and adapted “The Raven,” “Never Bet The Devil Your…

  • They don’t call it ‘speed’ for nothing

    Few may be able to afford a Bentley, but those having unlimited funds could do worse than spend around $250,000 to drive one of the quickest luxury cars on the planet. By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features We don’t usually get the chance to review cars that cost as much as a three-bedroom house in many…

  • On the waterfront

    A body of water adds some idyll to a home — and a lot of value. Here’s what a nearby lake or ocean does to home prices. One of the biggest indicators of a high-value home is easy to see. All you have to do is look for water. Across the country, the typical singlefamily…

  • What’s worth the money?

    Real estate, despite an uneasy past few years, is seen as one of the safest investments you can make Gold? Sure. Other jewelry? Why not? But real estate, a safe investment? Actually, a majority of Americans feel it’s among the safest. According to a Harris Poll of more than 2,300 adults, 72 percent of Americans…

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