• Aging gracefully with optimism, reason and challenge

    By Dr. Ira Shapiro A ging gracefully is the dream of many individuals. Unfortunately, it often seems like life has other plans. Stress, time limitations, illness, injury, heavy workloads, and other responsibilities commonly wreak havoc with our abilities and desires to live better and balance pleasure and rest with all the other obstructions. However, there…

  • 5 foods for diabetes control

    Eat well and manage your diabetes with these top-notch eating ideas By Bev Bennett CTW Features I f you think you need to eliminate appealing foods such as buttery nuts, rich salmon and chic kale to manage your type 2 diabetes, health experts can put your mind at ease. Your culinary options are more delightful…

  • Matawan author turns childhood idea into book

    By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer “A Northern Rebel” is Matawan resident John Schafer’s first book. COURTESY OF JOHN SCHAFER MATAWAN — Matawan resident John Schafer has been writing the same book in his mind since he was in college, but only recently put it down on paper for others to read. “A Northern Rebel,” which…

  • Sports card, collectible show to benefit squad

    The Sayreville First Aid Squad will hold its next Sports Card and Collectible Show fundraiser 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 23 at the first aid squad building on Washington Road in the Parlin section of Sayreville. The event is designed to help raise money for the squad. Dealer tables are available by calling 732-614-8639. The public…

  • Tickets on sale for Flapjack Fundraiser

    The Sayreville War Memorial High School Bombers Marching Band Parents Association will host a Flapjack Fundraiser 8-10 a.m. Nov. 10 at Applebee’s, Ryders Lane, Milltown. Breakfast will include pancakes, eggs, sausage and a beverage. Cost is $10. For more information or tickets, call Anna at 732-234-3580. Seating is limited; advance purchase is encouraged. Tickets, if…

  • Christmas Bazaar to feature crafts, gifts

    Trinity United Methodist Church, 815 Bordentown Ave., Sayreville, will host its annual Christmas Bazaar 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 7. All proceeds will be used for local missions and outreach programs. The bazaar will include a blend of old and new crafts, knits, sewing, furniture and more. A separate room for children to do their own…

  • IN THE SERVICE

    Army Reserve Spc. Daniel A. Vorsky has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, Vorsky studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, and physical fitness. He received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony,…

  • South Amboy doctor receives alumni award

    Ira Klemons of South Amboy has received the Alumni Professional Achievement Award from McDaniel College, Westminster, Md. Klemons is a 1969 alumnus of the college. He studied pre-dentistry at Western Maryland College, now McDaniel College. He went on to complete the nation’s first doctorate related to the diagnosis and treatment of chronic headaches, facial pain…

  • Relay for Life fundraisers scheduled throughout county

    By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent A s the weather gets colder, it might be hard to think about spring. But that’s what the Relay for Life team is doing. Relay for Life is held in conjunction with the American Cancer Society as a fundraiser and opportunity to raise funds for cancer research. The South River team…

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