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Vegan diet may reduce breast cancer risk
A nnual mammograms aren’t as effective at reducing the risk of death from breast cancer as we once thought, according to a recently released 25- year study. Researchers at the University of Toronto concluded that screening did not reduce mortality rates any more than traditional physical exams. The findings are jarring for women who are…
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Helmetta shelter under scrutiny
By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer The Helmetta Regional Animal Shelter has been issued six warnings by the New Jersey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals due to reports of substandard conditions. ADAM C. UZIALKO/STAFF The Middlesex County Health Department has warned the Helmetta Regional Animal Shelter (HRAS) about violations after two inspections…
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Free cardiac screenings inspired by story of MikeyD
By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer Above: Volunteer Dennis Crayon uses test dummies to demonstrate CPR to a group of youngsters during a cardiac screening event for young people on Sept. 27. Below: Mike Doherty Sr. and his son, Mike Doherty Jr., also known as MikeyD, attend the event held at Mater Dei Preparatory School in…
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Fall Book Sale comes to library
The Friends of the Sayreville Public Library will hold its Fall Book Sale 1-3:30 p.m. Oct. 11-12 at the library, 1050 Washington Road, Parlin section of Sayreville. Early admission at noon will be offered Oct. 11 to Friends’ members and individuals who donate $2. Shoppers may fill a bag of books for $10 or a…
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St. Ambrose plans wine tasting, dinner
St. Ambrose School will sponsor its Wine Tasting and Dinner Gala 7-11 p.m. Oct. 3 at the school, 81 Throckmorton Lane, Old Bridge. More than 500 varieties of wine, beer and spirits will be available for tasting. There will be a full dinner buffet and entertainment, raffles and prizes throughout the evening. All proceeds will…
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Pink Hair fundraiser to fight breast cancer
Innervision Hair Salon, 499 Ernston Road, Parlin section of Sayreville, in the Parlin MiniMall, will sponsor a Pink Hair fundraiser during the month of October to fight breast cancer. Donation is $10 per link of pink highlights. All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society to benefit breast-cancer research. For more information, call the…
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Student awarded Rensselaer Medal
Alexis K. Mooney of Howell has been named a Rensselaer Medal winner for excellence in math and science. Alexis attends the Freehold Regional High School District’s Animal and Botanical Sciences Academy at Freehold Township High School. Each participating high school selects one student for the award. Alexis will also receive a guaranteed four-year merit scholarship…
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Church will host Fish and Chicken Fry
The First Presbyterian Church of Sayreville will sponsor its Fish and Chicken Fry 5-7 p.m. Oct. 17. Takeouts will begin at 5 p.m. Dining-room seating is set for 5:30-7 p.m. Tickets cost $13 in advance; limited tickets will be available at the door at a cost of $15 each. Chicken is available by advance order…
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