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Talk to focus on expectations of preschoolers
Temple Shalom will sponsor the free presentation, “Appropriate Expectations of Preschoolers: Early Literacy, Socialization and Behavior,” by early childhood expert and author Cindy Terebush at 7 p.m. April 30 at 5 Ayrmont Lane, Aberdeen. The program is open to the community and will include information on when children are ready to write, and on socialization…
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Police lodge charges in deadly vehicular accident
A resident of Robbinsville, Mercer County, has been charged with aggravated manslaughter and death by auto for allegedly causing the motor vehicle crash that claimed the life of Heidi Bennett, 50, of Freehold Township, on March 31 on Route 9 in Old Bridge. Middlesex County Acting Prosecutor Andrew C. Carey and Old Bridge Police Chief…
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Manalapan man killed in Rt. 9 crash
Emergency personnel tend to the scene of a fatal accident on Route 9 in Old Bridge on April 18. DONNA KENYON OLD BRIDGE — A Manalapan man was killed in a multi-car accident April 18 on Route 9, according to Old Bridge police Capt. Art Carullo. Boris Khashkes, 53, was killed in a crash that…
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Old Bridge latest outpost for Original Soupman truck
By THOMAS CASTLES Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — A new food truck is parked in town, with foods and flavors as intense as the peak traffic on Route 9. At the Original Soupman food mobile, tasters can find Marcus Crawford, New Jersey’s first Original Soupman franchisee, waiting to ladle out staple soups such as chicken…
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Sayreville recreation office seeking Lego sets
The Sayreville Recreation Department is seeking donations of new or gently used Lego sets for use in its afterschool programs and summer camps. Donations may be dropped off 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Mondays-Fridays, at the Mickey Sedlak Recreation Center, Dolan Street. For more information, call 732-390- 7092 or 732-390-7096.
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Elks plan fundraiser to support ‘Little Lisie’
The South Amboy Elks Lodge No. 784 Motorcycle Club will hold its third annual “Little Lisie” benefit at 7 p.m. May 2 at the lodge, 601 Washington Ave. Proceeds will aid Alise Strawhand, a child who suffered brain damage at an early age. The event will feature live music, refreshments and more. All are welcome…
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Legion will run trip to Showboat Casino
American Legion Post No. 253, 60 Devoe Ave., Spotswood, will offer a May 18 bus trip to Showboat Casino, Atlantic City. The bus will depart at 10 a.m. from the post home. Return will be at approximately 8 p.m. Cost is $30 and includes a $25 return in slot play at the casino and a…
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Rosarians to sponsor Pampered Chef event
The Altar Rosary Society of Saints Peter and Paul Church will host a Pampered Chef Party 7 p.m. April 25 in the church hall, 7 Jeffrie Ave., South River. Order forms and catalogs are available by calling Chris at 732-257-9091. Cash, checks and credit cards will be accepted. Up to 20 percent of total sales…
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Country western BBQ to benefit local child
East Brunswick Elks 2370 will hold a country western barbecue buffet at 7 p.m. May 2 at the lodge, 21-B Oakmont Ave., East Brunswick. The cost is $15 per person, $6 for children ages 4-10 or free for children under 3. Reservations are required by calling 732- 238-3733 or by emailing Jan Locklear at [email protected].…
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