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Food myths
Does the truth match the hype of these touted foods? 1. Acai berries This “miracle” fruit, promoted for its antioxidant content, is so uncommon you’re more likely to find it as a juice or supplement. However, it’s on a list of foods you should kick to the curb for not living up to the nutrition…
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BUSINESS BRIEFS
Investors Bank has announced the appointment of Suzanne E. Andrews to the role of vice president and general counsel. Andrews will be based at the Short Hills headquarters and will serve as the company’s chief legal officer, overseeing legal issues that include litigation, corporate compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and intellectual property. A Metuchen resident, Andrews…
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A winter tradition
Members of the Middlesex County Police & Fire Pipes & Drums keep the beat with their feet and instruments during the Winter Festival Parade in Metuchen on Dec. 1. Metuchen residents Cher Krumins-Beens, right, and her son Ilio beam with delight as the parade passes by along Main Street. PHOTOS COURTESY OF PHOTOGRAPHY BY HEATHER…
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Time to let go of grudges, hard feelings
I t is the season to let go, and let God. Give patience and peace a try. The years have brought about many conflicts in our lives that never seem to fade away. The old grudges, family feuds and misunderstandings stay with us because we don’t take the time or are afraid to talk about…
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Holiday poinsettias abound at Gasko’s Family Farm & Greenhouses in Monroe Township. SCOTT FRIEDMAN
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Mayor, council may see raise in stipends
By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer METUCHEN — After nearly four decades, the mayor and council may see a stipend more in line with other, comparable municipalities — and the times. Representatives of a salary committee composed of former council members presented findings at the Dec. 2 Borough Council meeting. “This [committee] has made a bipartisan,…
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Annual party, events set by Edison AARP
Edison AARP Chapter 3446 will meet at noon Dec. 16 for its annual holiday celebration at the Rosewood, 2863 Woodbridge Ave., Edison. Music and entertainment will be provided by DJ Ray Anderish. In addition, the organization has scheduled the following trips: “Oliver” at the Paper Mill Playhouse, Dec. 19. For details, call Doris at…
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Local bishop urges survey participation
The Most Rev. Paul G. Bootkoski, bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Metuchen, is calling for the morethan 650,000 Catholics of the fourcounty diocese to complete and submit a brief online survey focused on pastoral challenges faced by families today. The diocese created the survey in response to Holy See’s request for local feedback…
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Residents asked to step up for the ‘Season of Giving’
Woodbridge officials have announced the kickoff of the 2013 Season of Giving Holiday Food Drive in an effort to resupply local food pantries for the upcoming holiday season. This year’s food drive includes a townshipwide drop-off day on Dec. 14 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at more than a dozen locations. “More than ever…
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