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Foundation will benefit from performances
The Ashley Lauren Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing assistance to children in New Jersey who have been diagnosed with cancer, will be the recipient of the proceeds from the upcoming musical “PL@Y.” This original musical will be performed on Nov. 29-30 at the Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees Drive, Manasquan, at 7…
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Community Health Fair returns Nov. 16
CentraState Fitness and Wellness Center, 901 W. Main St., Freehold Township, will host its sixth annual Community Health Fair, plus a Black Friday preview, on Nov. 16. The free event is open to the public and will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Offered will be educational programs, health screenings, fitness classes and…
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Golden wins sheriff’s race
Shaun Golden has been re-elected to serve as Monmouth County sheriff for a second three-year term. On Nov. 5, Golden, who is a Republican, defeated Democrat Ruben Scolavino by an unofficial count of 102,840 votes to 54,923 votes. The Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office consists of three divisions — law enforcement, communications and corrections — and…
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New mobile kitchens expand disaster response
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer This mobile kitchen unit is capable of providing meals for up to 10,000 people at disaster sites. PHOTOS BY NICOLE ANTONUCCI/STAFF The day after superstorm Sandy wreaked havoc on the Shore, one of the challenges faced by the Salvation Army was providing meals to residents living without power and, in…
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Gavin, Schmitt upset GOP incumbents
By ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer For the first time in years, voters in Allentown elected two newcomers to the Borough Council, rather than tapping the two incumbent Republicans who were running to retain their seats on the governing body. Madeline Gavin, who was an independent candidate, and Democrat Robert Schmitt Jr. unseated Councilwomen Audrey Mount…
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Squads see volunteer shortage
By JACK MURTHA Staff Writer Greg Williams, a Colts Neck First Aid Squad volunteer, stands near a truck at the unit’s headquarters on Nov. 8. While many first aid squads in New Jersey have struggled to recruit members, Colts Neck has seen a steady number of volunteers in recent years. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Only…
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HAMILTON: Lakeview Child Center gets Let’s Move! citation
There are 4,300 childcare programs in New Jersey, but only 20 have received the First Lady’s recognition, according to a press release. LAWRENCEVILLE — Lakeview Child Center Hamilton has been recognized for its efforts to prevent childhood obesity, receiving a designation as one of Michele Obama’s Let’s Move! Child Care facilities. There are 4,300 childcare…
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BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS: Fox & Roach realty changes to Berkshire Hathaway
Local dignitaries and agents gathered on Nov. 12 to celebrate the change from Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach, Realtors at 253 Na By Bradley Koltz Congratulations Portobello Pizzeria & Restaurant is currently celebrating their 10th Anniversary with specials Monday through Saturday. Portobello is located at the Hillsborough Promenade…
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SOUTH BRUNSWICK: SBHS alumnus calls games
Tyler Olsen, a 2008 SBHS graduate is now calling games on television.
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