• Block party

    Anna Cipolla holds the script she wrote for “Legos Visit Space” after building a Lego scene and character in celebration of the release of “The Lego Movie” on DVD at the Barnes & Noble of North Brunswick on June 17.

  • Barbecue racks up funds for Epilepsy Foundation

    NORTH BRUNSWICK — A fundraising barbecue raised more than $3,100 for the Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey. Friends and family of the late Michael Meehan gathered June 14 at North Brunswick Volunteer Fire Company No. 3 to remember the 26-year-old North Brunswick and Kendall Park resident who died in a motor vehicle accident in February…

  • Beach Blanket Bingo on tap at Elks lodge

    South Amboy Elks Lodge No. 784, 601 Washington Ave., will host its Beach Blanket Bingo event 1:30-4 p.m. June 29. All proceeds will benefit the Army of Hope, a program that assists families who have had a father or mother called to active duty with the military reserve or National Guard. A lunch menu will…

  • Tim Howard to launch Leadership Academy

    NORTH BRUNSWICK — Team USA’s World Cup goalkeeper does not plan to leave his talent and initiative on the soccer fields of Brazil. In August, Tim Howard will launch the Leadership Academy in conjunction with the New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome and Associated Disorders (NJCTS). Howard, a native of North Brunswick, was diagnosed with…

  • Young man vies for ‘Cutest Vegan’ title

    Adam Horowitz EAST BRUNSWICK — A young man from East Brunswick is a finalist in peta2’s “Cutest Vegan Alive” contest. Adam Horowitz, 20, has beaten out dozens of entrants from across the country to be named one of 10 male finalists vying for the title in the ninth annual contest sponsored by PETA’s (People for…

  • Monthly birthday lunch held in July

    The South Brunswick Senior Center, 540 Ridge Road, Monmouth Junction, will hold its monthly birthday luncheon at 11 a.m. July 22. Those with a July birthday can sign up by calling the office by July 15. A special menu will be served, followed by birthday cake. This event is open to senior residents age 55…

  • BUSINESS BRIEFS

    Jersey Mike’s Subs opened a new location at 282 Route 18 south, East Brunswick, on June 25. Franchise owner Chris Rigassio and his father Ron Rigassio will hold a grand opening and free sub fundraiser through June 29 to support TOPSoccer. East Brunswick TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a communitybased training and team-placement…

  • JCP&L names new manager of emergency preparedness

    Raemon Mallin Raemon Mallin has been named manager of emergency preparedness for Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L). In addition to being JCP&L’s main liaison with federal, state and local emergency preparedness organizations, the Ocean Township resident will also oversee several new preparedness initiatives designed to help ensure that the company continues to respond quickly…

  • Music to their ears

    Hannah Rodriguez, left, and Meera Patel celebrate after the Judd Elementary School fourth- and fifth-grade chorus participated in the Music in the Parks competition at Dorney Park, Allentown, Pa., on June 6. The group received first place superior and best choir overall. Imani Ingram was named outstanding soloist.

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