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Concordia Youth Chorale continues to shine in Middletown
By VASHTI HARRIS Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN– On a mission to create a highly skilled and determined all girls’ choir group, founders and husband and wife duo, John Balme and Cynthia Springsteen-Balme, started the Concordia Youth Chorale. Officially opening in 2004, the Concordia Youth Chorale is a county choir for all girls ranging from middle school to…
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Is shoulder pain keeping you up at night?
Shoulder injuries are frequently caused by athletic activities that involve excessive, repetitive overhead motion. Examples of this are swimming, tennis, pitching and weightlifting. In addition, everyday activities such as gardening, house cleaning, window washing and hanging curtains can cause injury. Warning Signs of a Shoulder Injury According to American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, if you…
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When auto accidents occur
By Dr. Anthony DeLuca Director, DeLuca Family Chiropractic in Old Bridge The United States averages about six million car accidents every year. According to the National Safety Council, nearly 4.6 million people required medical treatment after crashes in 2016, a 7 percent increase over 2015. The Association for Safe International Road Travel estimates that about…
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American, Yiddish folk music performances set
The Middlesex County Office of Culture and Heritage will host two free music programs the weekend of May 6-7. The first program, “Folk Music: The American Spirit,” will be held from 2-4 p.m. May 6 at the Lodge at Thompson Park, 1701 Perrineville Road, Monroe. The workshop will be hosted by Matthew Pulomena, using performance,…
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JRecovery program will include kosher lunch
The Jewish Family Services of Middlesex County will present JRecovery — Annual Share Day — from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 7 at the Jewish Family Services of Middlesex County, Concordia Shopping Center, 1600 Perrineville Road, Suite 52, Monroe. Rabbi Ellie Shemtov of Beit Yosef will be the special guest with recovery and music and a…
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Freehold officer promoted to sergeant
By Matthew Sockol Staff Writer FREEHOLD – Following nearly a decade of service with the Freehold Borough Police Department, an officer has received a promotion. During a Borough Council meeting on April 17, Officer James Richmond was promoted to the rank of sergeant and sworn in to his new position. Police Chief Glenn Roberts said…
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Millstone officials amend Halloween curfew
By Matthew Sockol Staff Writer MILLSTONE – Municipal officials are establishing new regulations for a Halloween curfew in Millstone Township. On April 19, the Township Committee introduced an ordinance that, if adopted, will amend curfew regulations during the period that includes Halloween. Mayor Michael Kuczinski, Deputy Mayor Fiore Masci and committee members Gary Dorfman, Nancy…
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Aberdeen holds paper shredding on May 6
Aberdeen Township will hold a paper shredding event on May 6 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Aberdeen Township Municipal Building. The Aberdeen Town Hall is located on Church Street, just off Atlantic Avenue. The paper shredding is a free service for all Monmouth County residents. Individuals must bring proof of residency. Up…
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Seniors of Little Silver hold meeting May 23
The Seniors of Little Silver will hold a meeting at 1 p.m. on May 23 at the Woman’s Club, 111 Church St., Little Silver. Dave DeLuca will entertain attendees with Frank Sinatra songs. Refreshments will be provided by all of our members. The Seniors of Little Silver will have another meeting at 12 p.m. on June 27.…
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