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Beth-El to host casino trip to Pennsylvania
Congregation Beth-El will sponsor a trip to the Sands Casino in Bethlehem, Pa., on Nov. 10. The cost is $36 and includes transportation, bagel breakfast with orange juice, snacks and water on the return, $20 in slot play and a $5 meal credit. The bus will leave Congregation Beth El in Edison at 9:45 a.m.…
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Fundraiser at Denny’s supports cancer fund
The American Cancer Fund, a charity located in Hillsborough, will partner with Denny’s, 1286 St. George’s Ave., Avenel, for a Dine for a Cause fundraiser on Nov. 13. The restaurant will donate 15 percent of checks (pre-tax) to support the organization, which provides assistance to those with cancer. Fundraisers will also be held Nov. 14…
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Library group hosts local authors, donates $16K
By RENÉE SAGIV RIEBLING Correspondent METUCHEN — The Friends of the Metuchen Library (FOTML) celebrated the works of two local authors at its annual meeting on Oct. 15. Metuchen resident Nikki Bannister read from her debut novel “Some Kind of Jersey Girl,” a story about life, love and the selfdiscovery that comes with the onset…
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Farmers market extended to Nov. 23
Due to popular demand, the Metuchen Farmers Market will extend its season through Nov. 23. Now in its third year of rejuvenation, the all-volunteer market committee has grown this attraction from two farmers to a major Saturday happening in Metuchen’s Pearl Street parking lot with 17 vendors. New additions this year are Whistling Wolf Farm,…
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Neve Shalom auction will take place Nov. 9
Congregation Neve Shalom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen, will host their annual goods and services auction at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 9. Many items will be up for bid, including vacation homes, designer bags, theater and sporting event tickets, flat-screen TVs, original fine art and gift cards. In addition to the open auction, a silent auction will…
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Kenny to fill freeholder vacancy
The Middlesex County Democratic Organization has nominated Woodbridge Township Council President Charles Kenny to fill a vacancy on the Board of Chosen Freeholders. Kenny will complete the term previously held by Stephen J. “Pete” Dalina, who died last month. Kenny, who was already seeking election to the freeholder board in the Nov. 5 election, was…
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JCC takes a look at presidential elections
Myra Gutin will present the two-part series, “What It Takes: Running for President,” at 10:30 a.m. Nov. 12 and 19 at the Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison. Gutin will cover historic presidential elections of the 20th century, including Harry Truman, John F. Kennedy, Richard Nixon and a more…
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Luring incidents have police, school officials on alert
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — Police and school officials are cautioning parents and guardians after three attempted luring incidents were reported in the area of West First Street and Ellis Parkway near Lindquist Park over the past month. Superintendent of Schools Richard O’Malley released a letter Oct. 31, detailing the incidents and asking…
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‘43 Trees Project’ honors those felled during Sandy
By AMY ROSEN Staff Writer This text will be replaced EDISON — The loss of innumerable trees during superstorm Sandy sprouted the inspiration for a multimedia art exhibit that honors the lives of 43 trees that once stood in Roosevelt Park. The “43 Trees” exhibit opened recently at the Gallery of the Edison Arts Society,…
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