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Environmental group to discuss eco-issues
The next meeting of Metuchen Green Drinks will be held 7-9 p.m. Feb. 4 at Breezes Café and Grill, 567 Middlesex Ave., Metuchen. The informal group gathers to discuss eco-issues from a logical, nonpartisan perspective. All are encouraged to participate in the discussions. Anyone working on environmental issues, studying them, or looking for technical support…
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SuperFest Special Bowl provides fun for those with special needs
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer This text will be replaced METUCHEN — As Super Bowl XLVIII festivities got underway last weekend, three area high schools came together for football, charity and fun at St. Joseph High School. Showstoppers Plus of North Brunswick presented the SuperFest Special Bowl on Jan. 26, which included games, music, a…
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Crossing guards needed in Metuchen
The Metuchen Police Department is accepting applications from those interested in serving as crossing guards. Interested parties should contact Sgt. David Liantonio at 732-632-8547.
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County to buy Edison tract for open space preservation
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — For years, the Edison Wetlands Association has been steadfast in urging Middlesex County to purchase the 14-acre Visco tract along Alexis Lane, which sits in the Dismal Swamp Conservation Area. The group may soon see its “aroundthe clock” persistence pay off. Middlesex County Freeholder Charles Tomaro said the…
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Victim details experience
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer Holly Smith Former New Jersey resident Holly Smith can attest to warnings about human trafficking. Forced into the sex trade at age 14, Smith now advocates for victims of human trafficking and describes her experience in her book, “Walking Prey: How America’s Youth Are Vulnerable to Sex Slavery.” Smith had…
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Warning sounded on human trafficking
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI & KEITH HEUMILLER The Rev. William Stokes, left to right, New Jersey Junior League State Public Affairs Committee Chairwoman Sue Flynn and Detective Shawn Murphy participate in a forum addressing the growing incidence of human trafficking. NICOLE ANTONUCCI/STAFF Local nonprofits and law enforcement agencies have been working over the past year to…
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Vo-tech experience allows students to pursue passions
By STELLA MORRISON Staff Writer Seniors Alvin Rios, left, and Brian Smighelschi learn about the human body during a class at the Academy of Allied Health and Biomedical Sciences in Woodbridge on Jan. 24. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Nyasia Drye and Hayley Trachtenberg are among hundreds of students who have sought an alternative high school…
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Pearl Street developer strikes deal to move American Legion
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer A major building block has been set in place for the progression of the development slated for the Pearl Street parking lot. Woodmont Properties, the developer for the mixed-use residential and retail project, has sealed a deal with the Metuchen American Legion Fugle-Hummer Post 65 for the organization to move…
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Arianna Dilkes and her mom Kimberly Campbell, of Edison, play around with a hula hoop during the SuperFest Special Bowl, held at St. Joseph High School in Metuchen on Jan. 26. For the story, see page 5. SCOTT FRIEDMAN
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