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Pinkin bill would cap tuition increases at public colleges
By THOMAS CASTLES Staff Writer Nancy Pinkin Legislation introduced by state Assemblywoman Nancy Pinkin (D-Middlesex) would limit tuition and fee increases at certain colleges and universities in New Jersey. The bill, (A-3173), which was introduced in the Assembly Higher Education Committee on May 8, would impose a 4 percent cap on tuition and fee hikes…
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McGreevey to speak at May 27 gathering
Former New Jersey Gov. James E. Mc- Greevey will be guest speaker at the Middlesex County Federation of Democratic Women event set for 7 p.m. May 27 at the historic Old Franklin Schoolhouse, 491 Middlesex Ave., Metuchen (across from Borough Hall). McGreevey’s discussion will focus on the process of an ex-offender’s reintegration into the community.…
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Relay for life
PHOTOS BY SCOTT FRIEDMAN Above: Walkers make their way around the track during the South River/Sayreville Relay for Life event at South River High School on May 17. Below: Walkers attempt to join the Guinness Book of World Records by having more than 509 people — a record set last year in China — simultaneously…
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County to celebrate senior birthdays
The Middlesex County Office of Aging and Disabled Services will once again hold Birthday Bashes for senior citizens age 90 and over as part of National Older Americans Month. Residents of Cranbury, East Brunswick, Jamesburg, Milltown, North Brunswick, South Brunswick and Plainsboro will be honored at 11 a.m. May 29 at the South Brunswick Senior…
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Split council OKs budget despite debate over funds
By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent SOUTH RIVER — The Borough Council has approved the 2014 municipal budget amid some confusion and debate. The budget carries a tax increase of $28.51 on the average residential assessment of $81,453, according to borough Chief Financial Officer Joseph Zanga. The council’s May agenda included the budget and two resolutions amending…
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VFW lines up holiday car show for May 25
East Brunswick Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 133 will host its Memorial Day Car Show 10 a.m.-3 p.m. May 25 at the post home, 485 Cranbury Road. The event is open to cars from 1900- 1985. A $10 entry fee will benefit the VFW. Refreshments will be available. For more information, call 732-254-9674.
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Borough schedules Memorial Day parade
South River will host its annual Memorial Day Parade beginning at 1 p.m. May 26. The event will start on the corner of Main Street and Hillside Avenue, proceed down Main, turn on Jackson Street, turn on Ferry Street, turn on Main Street, and proceed to the War Memorial Building for a brief ceremony hosted…
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Jury awards $2 million to injured Lakewood man
NEW BRUNSWICK — A Middlesex County jury returned a $2 million verdict May 7 on behalf of a man who was severely injured in a motor vehicle accident in 2009. “It is very satisfying to receive a just result for an injured client,” said attorney Brian Yesalonis of Martin Kane Kuper, a law firm based…
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Columbiettes to hold tricky tray ‘scramble’
The Columbiettes of Knights of Columbus Council 4907 will host a fundraising scramble/tricky tray auction at 7:30 p.m. June 6 at the Knights of Columbus hall, Crescent Avenue, Spotswood. Doors open at 6 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults only. Advance tickets are suggested. Call Barbara at 732-251-2725.
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