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‘Champions TumorGraft’ trial will advance personalized medicine
Monmouth Medical Center has joined with Champions Oncology to launch a research clinical trial aimed at developing personalized approaches to improve breast-cancer treatment. Monmouth is the first site in New Jersey offering access to a groundbreaking research trial that will use a leadingedge treatment model called Champions TumorGraft developed by Hackensack-based Champions Oncology. By removing…
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Food myths
Does the truth match the hype of these touted foods? By Bev Bennett CTW Features With every bite you give yourself a thumbs-up for eating foods designed to boost your nutrition.You’re getting more fiber, more protein, less fat or more vitamins and minerals because you’re eating certain ingredients touted for their health benefits. But before…
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Cubs
KEITH HEUMILLER/STAFF Members of Cub Scout Pack 331, Bear Den 14 of Holmdel, recently visited the offices of Greater Media Newspapers in Manalapan. During a tour of the newsroom, the scouts, some of their siblings and Den Leader Jennifer Baker got a chance to meet Suzie Xie, copy editor and anchor of Greater Media Broadcast…
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PBA collecting toys for local charities
The Middletown PBA 124 Toy Drive is underway. Toys can be brought to the Middletown Police Department anytime until Dec. 20. Police headquarters are located at Town Hall, 1 Kings Highway. Toys are donated to Middletown Helps Its Own, Jason’s Dreams for Kids and 180 Turning Lives Around, Hazlet.
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Santa Claus on way to Middletown park
Santa will be visiting the Poricy Park Nature Center from 1-3 p.m. on Dec. 15 at 345 Oak Hill Road, Middletown. Children can have their photo taken with Santa and make a craft in the classroom. The nature center will be transformed into a winter wonderland with holiday music, candy canes and refreshments. The cost…
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Matawan examines police hirings
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer MATAWAN — With a new police chief in place, borough officials are reviewing policies and procedures for promoting individuals within the police department. The Borough Council introduced an ordinance at the Dec. 3 meeting establishing promotion procedures for the ranks of police chief, lieutenant and sergeant, as well as a…
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December events at the Middletown library
MIDDLETOWN — Special programs for teens and adults will supplement regular programming at the Middletown Township Public Library during December. Teen Manga Club, 7 p.m. Dec. 14. Young-adult author Julie Milillo will share her new book “Immortal Descent,” the second book in her “Immortal Sin” trilogy. A discussion will follow. Copies of the book will…
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Arts group to host concert at Victorian home
The Atlantic Highlands Arts Council will present “An Evening of Holiday Jazz” at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14 at a restored Victorian home in Atlantic Highlands. The concert will feature the Sergio DuBois Trio offering an evening of favorite jazz and holiday compositions. Guests will enjoy music, holiday refreshments and conversation. Tickets are $20 and available…
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Hazlet to sponsor house-decorating contest
The Hazlet Recreation Commission encourages all Hazlet residents to get into the holiday decorating spirit by participating in this year’s annual holiday house-decorating contest. Residents can decorate their houses to the best and brightest in Hazlet, keeping the town’s spirits bright. The contest is free to enter and open to Hazlet residents only. Judging will…
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