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Andrea McIntyre
Mrs. McIntyre, 67, of Morganville, died Sunday, April 27, 2014, at Riverview Medical Center, Red Bank. She was born and raised in Brooklyn, N.Y., and lived in Staten Island, N.Y., before settling at her home in Morganville in 1984. She was an avid gardener. Mrs. McIntyre was predeceased by her parents, Henry and Helena; and…
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Forsgate fundraiser features Vegas-style casino, auction
Forsgate Country Club, Forsgate Drive, Monroe, expects a “full house” on May 16 as the private club opens its doors for the Forsgate Foundation’s second annual Vegas and Vino Casino Night to benefit Merlin’s KIDS. Forsgate’s clubhouse will be transformed into a Las Vegas-style casino with blackjack, craps and roulette tables; a Texas Hold’em poker…
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League to honor member at May gala
The Junior League of Monmouth County (JLMC) will hold its Diamond Jubilee gala from 7-11 p.m. on May 31 at the Beacon Hill Country Club, 8 Beacon Hill Road, Atlantic Highlands. The event will feature live music, dancing, casino gaming, an open bar and dinner. An award will also be given to the 2014 Outstanding…
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Panel calls for new special-education strategies
By KATHY CHANG A state education panel says New Jersey needs to move away from the thought of public education as two separate systems for general and special education. The public education system is one unit that includes a continuum of interventions, programs and services that respond to the individual needs of the student, according…
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Oceanport Library has events for youngsters
The Oceanport Library will hold special events in May for families at the Oceanport Community Center, 8 Iroquois Ave., Oceanport. Registration is required by calling the library at 732-229-2626. “Family LEGO Storytime” for all ages will be at 4 p.m. on May 15. Listen to stories and make your own LEGO creation. “Meet the Author”…
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Lunch Break hosts annual Foodstock
RED BANK — The Red Bank-based soup kitchen Lunch Break will hold its annual Foodstock from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 17. The community food drive will be held at the Red Bank Middle School at 101 Harding Road. The goal is to collect 50,000 pounds of nonperishable foods. Donations — no matter the…
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LearningRx shares 10 ways to fight back against Alzheimer’s
I n honor of May’s designation as Older Americans Month, local brain training centers, LearningRx of Marlboro and Red Bank, are offering 10 ideas to help you take back your power against the brain disease. Here is a sampling of the tips: 1. Increase your intake of omega-3 fatty acids.Although more evidence is needed, research…
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Local dentists participate in Dentistry From The Heart
Commitment to the community has always been top of mind to Dr.Allan Ruda and Dr. Beth DeAngelis.This husband and wife team has been a Monmouth County favorite for more than 27 years, winning the area over with their dental experience, gentle touch and most importantly their devotion to giving back to the community that helped…
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Riverview Medical Center performs first LensX cataract surgery in Monmouth County
Riverview Medical Center is the first hospital in Monmouth County to offer LensX laser cataract surgery, the most technologically advanced cataract surgery available today. Using the bladeless, computer controlled laser, surgeons are able to make all of the necessary incisions to remove cataracts, eliminating the need for a manual blade. LensX offers a gentler, customizable…
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