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Veterans to receive honors Nov. 11
Brandywine Senior Living at Princeton, 155 Raymond Road, will be honoring 24 veteran residents with a special program at 2:30 p.m. Nov. 11. Lt. Col. George P. Wilcha of the United States Army will discuss the freedoms Americans have today. Each veteran will receive the Presidential Proclamation.
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Army of Hope to hold Christmas event
The New Brunswick Elks Lodge No. 324’s Army of Hope will hold “It’s Beginning to Feel A Lot Like Christmas” at 10 a.m. Dec. 14 at Suydam Farms, located at the corner of Skillman Lane and Route 27, Somerset. The free event will feature Christmas carolers, a wagon ride to the Christmas tree field where…
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Korean War vet recounts experiences for first time
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer Ervin Machado and his daughter Ana NORTH BRUNSWICK — It was only about a month ago that Ervin Machado started talking about his war experiences. The Korean War veteran held off for more than six decades because of the emotions that come with looking back at the intense battles on…
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Networking buffet dinner set for Nov. 14
The Central Jersey Business Alliance (CJBA) will hold its Networking Buffet Dinner 5:30-7:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at Sir John’s, 230 Washington Place, North Brunswick. The dinner is free for CJBA members or $10 for nonmembers. Those who have a business in Central Jersey should reserve a seat by emailing [email protected]. For more information, call 732-690-5496.
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Vendor spaces open at Nov. 16 holiday event
St. Peter’s Episcopal Church will team up with the Spotswood Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary for a Holiday Bazaar set for 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 16 at St. Peter’s Church, 505 Main St., and at the Spotswood Firehouse, next to the church property. The church and the fire department work independently but with the same goal…
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Workshop to discuss Google Chromebook
The South Brunswick Parent Academy will hold a workshop titled “Google’s Chromebook: Going Beyond the Test — A Doorway to the Future” 7-8:30 p.m. Nov. 21 at Crossroads Middle School North, 635 Georges Road, Monmouth Junction. Workshop attendees will be introduced to South Brunswick’s approach to the integration of technology in all aspects of testing,…
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Seniors encouraged to take advantage of Wellness Center
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer South Brunswick’s new Wellness Center includes a workout area and various exercise classes for township residents over age 55. KATHY CHANG/STAFF SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Roughly 9,000 township residents are 55 and older. But only about 3,500 seniors utilize the services and offerings at the township senior center, according to Office…
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Project ensures veterans’ stories will not be forgotten
By JACK MURTHA Staff Writer World War II veterans Lorraine Hocheim and Eugene Cook, both residents at JFK Medical Center Haven Hospice in Edison, have shared their stories with fellow veteran and volunteer Joe Belardo, who stands behind them at left. Also pictured are volunteer Marie Keane, rear center, and Maureen David, the hospice’s volunteer…
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Police warn drivers after increase in deer crashes
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer With 21 motor vehicle crashes involving deer occurring over the past three weeks, South Brunswick police are warning motorists to be extra careful. Police and officials with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s Division of Fish and Wildlife said drivers should be cautious in order to avoid collisions that…
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