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Councilmember wants city to explore hiring grant writer
By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent SOUTH AMBOY — One councilman would like to see the city get some assistance in grant writing. Councilman at Large Mickey Gross said that after learning from a colleague about a particular transportation grant, he realized there may be grants the city is not applying to despite meeting their eligibility requirements.…
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Thrift shop seeks prom dresses, bikes
The Spotswood Thrift Shop, located at St. Peter’s Church, 505 Main St., corner of Devoe and Main, is looking for donations of prom dresses and used operational bicycles. Dress donations could make the prom a reality for girls who might not otherwise be able to attend because they cannot afford the proper dress. Items may…
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Balloon festival seeks flag-themed essays
The QuickChek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning, in association with PNC Bank, is inviting New Jersey students in second through 12th grades to take part in the 11th annual PNC Bank American Patriot Essay Contest by writing a short essay on the topic “What the American Flag Means to Me.” The essays must be 100…
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Applications open for Conservation Corps
Applications are being accepted for the Middlesex County Youth Conservation Corps, whose mission is to protect and preserve natural areas from misuse, polluters and the forces of nature at the 7,000 acres of open space owned and maintained by Middlesex County. Members earn $8.50 per hour for working Monday through Friday from June 30 through…
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Friends help Old Bridge family in time of need
Friends of the Rhatigan family are reaching out to the community for assistance in meeting the family’s financial burdens due to their son’s medical condition. Brian Rhatigan, 26, was born with spina bifida, also known as “split spine,” the most common permanently disabling birth defect in the United States. While the baby is in the…
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State cracking down on illegal dumping
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer The Department of Environmental Protection’s “Don’t Waste Our Open Space” initiative kicked off on March 27 with a cleanup at D&R Canal State Park in Franklin Township. KATHY CHANG/STAFF Those who dump garbage in parks or other state-owned lands are being warned: Prepare to pay steep criminal and civil fines.…
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Basket raffle to benefit children with autism
The St. Thomas the Apostle Knights of Columbus Council No. 4815 will hold a basket raffle/tricky tray April 24 at St. Thomas the Apostle School, Route 18 south, Old Bridge. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $20 and includes one sheet of tickets, coffee, tea and one dessert. Refreshments will be available for purchase.…
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Registration open for May consignment sale
Registration is open for the Jersey Kids consignment sale in May. Clothing and items for newborns and juniors/tweens, as well as maternity clothes, will be for sale. Furniture will also be available for purchase. The presale event for volunteers and new parents will be held from 8-9:30 p.m. May 15. A limited number of presale…
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Funding supports behavioral health screenings for those affected by Sandy
The Christie administration has announced $4 million for behavioralhealth screenings for residents impacted by superstorm Sandy. “Studies have demonstrated that, following disasters, there are often increases in problems of coping with stress and trauma, such as mental-health issues, household discord, substance abuse, domestic violence and child abuse,” state Health Commissioner Mary E. O’Dowd said. “Often…
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