• Common Core tramples on the Constitution

    The oath of office for an elected Board of Education member in New Jersey reads like this: “I (name) do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of New Jersey, and that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same…

  • Well-vision exams encouraged for children

    I ’m writing to commend Gov. Chris Christie for recently declaring August as Children’s Vision and Learning Month in New Jersey. The goal of this observance is to help educate parents and teachers about the critical link between good vision and effective learning. It is that time of year again when we, as responsible parents,…

  • Residents are choosing to ‘skip the trip’

    I t was about a year ago that the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (MVC) began mailing its first batch of Skip the Trip notices to our customers, affording a majority of New Jersey citizens the opportunity to renew their driver’s license or non-driver IDs by mail. The Christie administration and the MVC are pleased…

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    STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Lifeguards wait for the start of the 30th annual National Park System All-Women Lifeguard Tournament held at Sandy Hook in northern Monmouth County on July 30.

  • Crafters invited to Stitchers, Knitters Club

    The Sayreville Public Library Stitchers and Knitters Anonymous Craft Club will meet 6:30-8 p.m. Aug. 14 at the library, Washington Road. The new club is designed for individuals who know the basics but want to take their work to a new level. Participants, who will pick up tips from other crafters, should bring their supplies…

  • Basketball camp supports Old Bridge sports programs

    By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — The Old Bridge Basketball Association will donate half the proceeds of its summer camps this year to the basketball department at Old Bridge High School. “This year, we offered three separate four-day sessions where kids came and worked with the high school coaches and their coaches,” said…

  • Parents invited to ADHD support group

    The Children and Adults with ADHD (CHADD) of Central Jersey ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) Parent Support Group will meet at 11 a.m. Aug. 13 at the Old Bridge Public Library, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. The group, which meets on the second Wednesday of every month, is designed for parents, guardians, caregivers, educators and…

  • ‘Millinery Madness’ scheduled at library

    A program titled “High Tea and Millinery Madness” is set for 2 p.m. Aug. 18 at the Old Bridge Public Library, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. Participants are invited to make simple fascinators, the perfect headpiece to wear to any social event. High tea and cake will follow. The event is open to all adults.…

  • Black Tie adoption event on tap at shelter

    New Beginnings Animal Rescue, 706-R Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, will host A Black Tie Affair animal-adoption event noon to 4 p.m. Aug. 9. Light hors d’oeuvres and sparkling cider will be served. Adoption fees will be waived for any cat or kitten that is black or has any black markings. All cats and kittens are…

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