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Hipsters ZIPs — worth your money?
By Alexandra Gallucci CTW Features ZIP codes lauded for their popularity with young professionals and families are ripe for real estate investment I f you’re in search of a locale to launch a new business or invest in real estate, a recent analysis by the real estate website, RealtyTrac.com may shed some light on some…
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SPORT SHORTS
Because of last week’s snowstorm, the Freehold Area Running Club’s Winter Series will begin on Jan. 12 at Michael Tighe Park, George Road, Freehold Township. This is the 31st year for the series, which is a 5K race held on four consecutive Sundays through Feb. 2 at Tighe Park. The 5K starts at 10 a.m.…
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Foley, Orzechowski lead swim teams at Old Bridge
OLD BRIDGE By WARREN RAPPLEYEA Correspondent Courtney Foley and Drew Orzechowski will both seek to repeat as Greater Middlesex Conference (GMC) champions in their respective events as they lead Old Bridge High School’s swim teams into action this winter. Foley is a two-time GMC champion in both the 200-meter freestyle and the 100- meter backstroke,…
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Bombers build off last year’s success with 4-2 start
SAYREVILLE WAR MEMORIAL By WARREN RAPPLEYEA Correspondent Sayreville War Memorial High School’s Rob Seraji (10) is fouled by Woodbridge High School’s Tyler Smith as he drives to the basket during the Jan. 4 game played in Sayreville. The Bombers improved to 4-2 with a 72-48 triumph. TERRY BOUDREAU Sayreville War Memorial High School’s boys basketball…
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Jersey Shore Home Show returns this weekend
When homeowners get the urge to spruce up the house, the first things they tend to look for are inspiration and expert help. Visitors to a home show receive up-to-the-minute ideas and help from top professionals. The 24th annual Jersey Shore Home Show will take place Jan. 10-12 on the Lincroft campus of Brookdale Community…
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The FDA’s move to take artificial trans fats out of the food supply is a lifesaving step
By Dr. Ayotunde Adeyeri The Food and Drug Administration recently announced it is beginning a process that will take artificial trans fats entirely out of the food supply. This move is correctly being hailed as “lifesaving” by health experts. A recent USA Today report included a statement from the food industry saying that since 2005,…
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CTE diagnoses for NFL greats reinforces need for concussion safety
By Dhimant J. Balar, D.O. The recent announcement that Pro Football Hall of Famers Tony Dorsett and Joe DeLamielleure and former NFL All-Pro Leonard Marshall have been diagnosed as having signs of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) has again brought sports and head trauma to the forefront in the national consciousness. This degenerative condition is believed…
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Cervical Health Awareness Month serves to remind women to screen for cervical cancer
By Dr. Steven Goldberg Cervical Health Awareness Month in January is an opportunity to raise awareness about how women can protect themselves from HPV (human papillomavirus) and cervical cancer. About 20 million Americans currently have HPV, the most common sexually transmitted disease. In addition, 14 million people become infected each year. HPV is associated with…
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Self-breast exams and regular mammograms save lives
By Eumena M. Divino, M.D., FACOG Early detection of breast cancer through routine exams saves potentially thousands of lives each year by improving the chance of a cure.The American Cancer Society (ACS) believes there is enough compelling data to indicate that breast self-exam is effective in helping women stay aware of any changes that may…
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