• BUSINESS BRIEFS

    Intensified Fitness Supplements, 56 Ferry St., South River, will hold a grand opening celebration at 2 p.m. Aug. 16. Owners Ricardo and Chrystal Teco will provide free samples of products and offer discounts on certain purchases during the event. For more information, call 732-210- 4084 or visit www.intensifiedsupps.com. Dairy Queen locations across New Jersey will…

  • Back to nature

    PHOTO COURTESY OF BRIAN ROSE Counselor Sam Misurell, right, and camper Brandon Bandoy show off their artwork during a Nature Camp session at the Raritan Valley YMCA’s summer camp.

  • New teen programs scheduled at temple

    The East Brunswick Jewish Center, 511 Ryders Lane, is offering two new programs for teens in grades 8-12. Classes, which will meet 6:30-8:15 p.m. on Thursdays, are open to any Jewish students. They do not need to be members of the synagogue. Dinner is served each week, and students have the opportunity to socialize with…

  • Golf-event proceeds to aid homeless pets

    New Beginnings Animal Rescue, 706-R Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, will host its fundraising Golf Classic Aug. 25 at Glenwood Country Club, Route 9 south, Old Bridge. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. Shotgun start for the scramble format is set for noon. Prize categories will include low/high gross, team awards, longest drive and closest to…

  • Rummage Sale to benefit food bank

    Aldersgate United Methodist Church will host its Rummage Sale 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Aug. 16 in the white house next to the church, 568 Ryders Lane, East Brunswick. The sale will be held rain or shine. Hundreds of books for children and adults will be sold for 10 cents each. Toys and games, baby items, housewares,…

  • IN THE SERVICE

    David M. Gregor Lt. Junior Grade David M. Gregor recently graduated from the United States Navy’s Advanced Flight Training-Tailhook in Kingsville, Texas. Gregor earned his “Wings of Gold” and become a naval aviator on July 25. Following his commission in May 2012, Gregor reported to Pensacola, Fla., for Aviation Preflight Instruction in June 2012. He…

  • Officer pleads not guilty to attempted murder

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer The Edison police officer charged with attempted murder for allegedly setting fire to his police captain’s home in Monroe last year pleaded not guilty to the charges on July 28. Michael A. Dotro, 37, of Manalapan, was indicted a month earlier along with his wife, Alycia Dotro, 39, who is…

  • Speaker on life skills no stranger to bullying

    By AMY ROSEN Staff Writer Ron Shuali When Ron Shuali speaks about bullying, he speaks from the heart. He also speaks from experience, as he was both a bully and a victim in his own life. Now, he is dedicated to breaking what he calls the “bullying circle.” Shuali, founder of Shua Life Skills, will…

  • Golf benefit helps children with muscular dystrophy

    Forsgate Country Club, Monroe Township, will host the Forsgate Foundation’s Chip in for Charity on Aug. 11. The fundraising and entertainment event, which is presented by Northeast Lock, will benefit Ryan’s Quest. Forsgate touring ambassador and Ryder Cup legend Colin Montgomerie will make a special appearance at the club during the festivities, according to a…

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