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Dyslexia screening to be provided
Legislation sponsored by state Assemblyman Ron Dancer that will require public school students to be screened for dyslexia and other reading disabilities by the completion of first grade has been signed into law by Gov. Chris Christie. “Learning and reading disabilities such as dyslexia often impede a student’s ability to learn to read or write,…
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Greater Media wins in Better Newspaper Contest
Sports Feature Picture Story 1st place Eric Sucar Greater Media Newspapers scored big in winning 15 awards in the New Jersey Press Association’s 2013 Better Newspapers Contest. Greater Media Newspapers Publisher Ben Cannizzaro, who is a member of the board of directors of the New Jersey Press Association, called the Feb. 11 notification “great news”…
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Mayor: GameChanger is following town’s rules
By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer Members of the Howell Township Council have deemed requirements that were put in place for GameChanger World to be working. GameChanger World is an entertainment venue that hosts concerts and gaming events. The business opened in a small strip mall on Route 9 south, just south of Strickland Road, Howell,…
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Black history shows education is key
By THOMAS CASTLES Staff Writer Thomas Daniels discusses his efforts to promote awareness of the contributions African-Americans have made to society. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR I t was just after suppertime on a lazy summer evening threequarters of a century ago when Thomas Daniels’ grandfather gave him a piece of advice he would never forget.…
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Green savings
Q&A with Sharon Peters Q: How much of a savings do these hybrids and new cars that come with stop/start technology for when you stop at a stop light accrue? I’m wondering if it makes sense for me, since I drive 66 miles round trip for work every day. A: It totally depends on how…
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Big trucks in smaller packages
By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features Two new pickups coming later this year should to appeal to truck buyers who don’t necessarily need a bulkier full-size model Pickup truck sales are booming thanks largely to the recovering economy, specifically in the housing and construction markets. Most of these are full-size models, with the Ford F-150, Chevrolet…
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Choosing your inspector
Want to ensure that your home inspector is looking out for your best interests? Follow these tips: Get a referral to a reputable inspector from a trusted real estate agent or lender or your local Better Business Bureau. Opt for an experienced professional who belongs to the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)…
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Inspecting the home inspection
By Erik J. Martin CTW Features After the price haggling and before closing, home inspections are an essential part of the homebuying process. Here are the top 5 misconceptions. Considering that a home purchase is one of the biggest investments you’ll ever make, it’s smart to enlist the help of a professional home inspector prior…
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Preserve your reserves
70 percent of homeowner associations are underfunded, and homeowners will feel the pinch A nyone who lives in a townhouse or a condominium relies upon a homeowner association (HOA) to manage and maintain the building and common areas. Unfortunately for homeowners, a new study shows that most HOAs are drastically underfunded. While regular HOA assessments…
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