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Workshops offered for children with autism
VSA New Jersey has announced fall program offerings for children with autism ages 3-21 and their family members. The Parent/Child Workshops in the Arts for Children with Autism offers weekly workshops in the visual and performing arts so that young people can enhance their understanding and appreciation of the arts. The workshops will be offered…
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South Brunswick residents facing $38 hike after budget is trimmed
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Township residents will have to absorb a municipal tax increase this year, but the hike will not be as steep as initially proposed. Officials in recent months whittled the 2014 municipal tax increase from 6 cents to 2 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. As a result,…
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Free tutoring aims to prevent ‘summer slide’
The “summer slide” occurs when students lose some of the math and reading skills that they gained during the school year. The North Brunswick Library, 880 Hermann Road, is offering free tutoring for township students in grades K-5 to help them maintain these skills during the summer. A DeVry University student will be available in…
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Lithia’s acquisition of DCH ‘a good match’
With a deal in the works for South Amboy-based DCH Auto Group to be acquired by national auto retailer Lithia Motors, one local dealer expects the resulting impact to work “hand-in-glove.” In June, it was announced that the group, which owns and operates 27 dealerships in New Jersey, New York and California, would be acquired…
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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…
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Breaking Bread offers tasty bites
By JACK MURTHA Staff Writer A bite into Breaking Bread’s top-selling pressed sandwich reveals a garden of fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers, tomatoes and red onions, dressed in sharp mustard and a rich basil-pesto sauce. The S.I.T.P., which is a nod to the Chicago song “Saturday in the Park,” is the perfect companion for a…
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Police: Bank robbers threatened workers, customers at gunpoint
NORTH BRUNSWICK — Police are investigating a bank robbery during which employees and a customer were held at gunpoint at the Motion Federal Credit Union on Jersey Avenue. Two male suspects dressed in all black with black ski masks entered the bank with revolvers drawn and threatened employees during the June 25 robbery, according to…
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Costco to open on site of future transit village
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer NORTH BRUNSWICK — Costco, the first store built as part of the Main Street North Brunswick transit-village project, is set to open July 24. The 148,000-square-foot warehouse club is located at Grand Avenue and Route 1 north. The membership-only store will be Costco’s 16th in New Jersey. It operates 466…
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COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD
Luau to support youngster’s treatment A Luau Buffet fundraiser for Zachary Nemeth, a child with multiple disabilities, is set for 2 p.m. July 20 at Elks Lodge No. 2370, 21 Oakmont Ave., East Brunswick. The buffet menu will include Kahlua roast pork (pulled pork) with a variety of sauces; Huli-Huli grilled chicken; teriyaki beef; vegetable…
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