• Watercolorist displays art at Monroe Twp. Library

    By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer “Lady Amphitrite” Watercolor artist Jeremy Taylor often paints objects together that, on the surface, don’t seem to belong together. For example, one painting, titled “CoCo,” depicts a fashionably dressed woman sitting in the ocean. Beside her are a floating eyeball, floating lips and eyelashes. “If I saw that in person,…

  • Verizon plans new location for cell tower after protests

    By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer Following protests by residents, a proposed cell tower will be relocated from a residential area to a vacant property on Cranbury Road in East Brunswick. Verizon Wireless will resubmit its cell tower application to the East Brunswick Zoning Board of Adjustment for approval, a representative of the telecommunications company said…

  • ACLU opposes Helmetta’s film permit proposal

    By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer Requiring prior approval to film or take photographs in Helmetta’s public buildings is a violation of the right of free speech, according to an official with the New Jersey chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU-NJ). Edward Barocas, legal director of the ACLU-NJ, said an ordinance introduced by…

  • Photo

    MATT DENTON The East Brunswick High School girls soccer team huddles around their coach for a pregame pep talk before the Bears took to the pitch to play South Brunswick on Sept. 5 in South Brunswick. The match, won by host South Brunswick, was the season-opener for both teams.

  • Bulletin Board

    – Master Gardener classes set to begin A new season of Master Gardener classes will be starting soon at the Middlesex County EARTH Center, Davidson Mill Pond Park, 42 Riva Ave., South Brunswick. Master Gardeners are community volunteers trained in earth-friendly gardening and environmental principles. Outdoor, hands-on garden classes will meet weekly for three hours…

  • Freshman Class of 2015

    From family-minded crossovers to racy sports cars, say hello to eight brand new auto nameplates debuting for the 2015 model year. By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features Like parents sending their kids off to college for the first time, automakers ship an array of all-new models to dealers’ showrooms each fall they hope will become successful…

  • MCAR 5K raises funds for The Boys and Girls Clubs of Monmouth County

    Monmouth County Association of Realtors (MCAR) held its first 5K/1-Mile Walk recently in Asbury Park. Realtors and community members came out for a beautiful morning run at the beach to support the Boys and Girls Clubs of Monmouth County (BCGM). All of the proceeds from the event were donated to The Boys and Girls Clubs…

  • Gloria Nilson introduces charm, modern living in Bordentown

    Nine new construction homes have just become available through Gloria Nilson & Co. Real Estate in the East Haven Woods community of Bordentown. Making up the cul de sac of Anna Rose Court, these single-family homes offer a number of customization features and range in size from 2,693 to 3,242 square feet. The homes have…

  • Eastern European influence distinguishes Monroe home

    I t has been said one’s home is one’s castle, and the stately Eastern European-styled Colonial at 5A Verdi Road in Monroe Township takes this concept and makes it a reality. Flanked by turrets on each side, this custom-built home is offered by Gloria Nilson & Co. for $729,000. The interior features a dramatic foyer…

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