• Jamesburg seniors plan trips to casino

    Jamesburg Senior Citizens will host a trip to the Taj Mahal casino in Atlantic City on July 28. The cost is $25 per adults 21 and older. Checks should be made payable to the Jamesburg Seniors. The package includes $25 in slot play. Sign-in begins at 10 a.m. The bus will leave at 11 a.m.…

  • Workshop to discuss trap-neuter-return

    The North Brunswick Humane Association, in conjunction with People for Animals, will sponsor a workshop on the trap-neuter-return approach to dealing with stray animals from noon-3:30 p.m. July 19 at the Unitarian Society of East Brunswick, 175 Tices Lane, East Brunswick. To register, email [email protected]. For more information, email [email protected].

  • Mint lightens and brightens summer dishes

    Mint is making its mark in the culinary scene in some new and unexpected ways. From pesto to rice salads, mint adds a summery tone to dishes that’s unmatched by other herbs, according to Chef Odette Smith Ransome, chef instructor of culinary arts at The International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Pittsburgh. Mint…

  • Eight ways to get the most out of your trip to the farmers market

    This time of year is about warm weather, vacations and relaxing afternoons. It also heralds the return of farmers markets.A trip to the market is a great opportunity to indulge in fresh, healthy produce and to expand your horizons by trying new items or preparing them in different ways. Here are eight tips to make…

  • Breaking Bread offers tasty bites

    By JACK MURTHA Staff Writer Travis Samson is the owner and founder of Breaking Bread. It’s a food truck parked near Lot G at Sandy Hook. He serves health-conscious, easy-to-eat paninis, hot dogs and more. JACK MURTHA/STAFF A bite into Breaking Bread’s top-selling pressed sandwich reveals a garden of fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, tomatoes…

  • Winning lottery ticket still unclaimed

    By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent SOUTH RIVER — A lottery ticket worth more than $400,000 remains unclaimed. The ticket was for the New Jersey Lottery Jersey Cash 5 in the July 3 drawing at the Minit Mart convenience store on Whitehead Avenue. The lucky numbers are 02, 18, 20, 23, and 32, with a prize total…

  • Court rules seismic test can proceed

    By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer A panel of Third Circuit Court of Appeals judges on Monday denied the state’s last-ditch effort to block a seismic test from going forward. Lawrence Hajna, press officer for the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), said it is not clear what the state’s next move would be now that…

  • Flapjack Fundraiser to aid rec programs

    East Brunswick Emergency Services will sponsor a Flapjack Fundraiser 8-10 a.m. July 19 at Applebee’s, 324 Ryders Lane, Milltown. The pancake breakfast will raise money to enhance recreational programs in East Brunswick. The public is invited to attend. Breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and a beverage. Admission is $10 for adults and $5…

  • Car-show proceeds to benefit shelter pets

    New Beginnings Animal Rescue, East Brunswick, will host its annual Rods and Paws Car Show 11 a.m.-3 p.m. July 20 at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 4699, Jernee Mill Road, Sayreville. The event will feature homemade food and refreshments, giveaways, prizes and a 50/50 raffle. Trophies will be awarded. Vehicle entry fee is $10…

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