• Snow joke: alleged thief saved by police reportedly commits another crime

    Snow joke: alleged thief saved by police reportedly commits another crime

      By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer SOUTH BRUNSWICK — Officers saved a man from hypothermia after he allegedly broke into a liquor store and hid from police in the snow. Police responded to Viking Buy-Rite Wine and Liquor at 4095 Route 1 around 1:45 a.m. on Feb. 10. Officers observed the front door of the…

  • Holmdel school holds benefit at Keyport Yacht Club

    Holmdel school holds benefit at Keyport Yacht Club

    By KATHARINE FRIEDMAN Correspondent Schools usually have fundraisers, plays or back-to-school nights to get parents invested in their child’s education, but the Antinanco Earth Arts School in Holmdel, which seeks to educate children and their parents beyond the classroom, went one step further. The school held its annual benefit party at the Keyport Yacht Club on Feb. 11, where well-known speakers…

  • On Campus

    On Campus

    Anthony Joseph Certo of Monmouth Junction was named to the dean’s list at the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, for the Fall 2016 semester, with an academic record of 3.5 or above. Jessica Rose Rosen of North Brunswick was named to the dean’s list at the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, for the Fall 2016 semester,…

  • ‘Unknown Landscapes’ artist’s reception set for Feb. 18

    ‘Unknown Landscapes’ artist’s reception set for Feb. 18

    Transformations Gallery at the Old Franklin Schoolhouse, 491 Middlesex Ave., Metuchen, will present “Unknown Landscapes,” an exhibition of the Cuban artist Enrique Zaldivar, through April 30, with an artist’s reception scheduled from 7-9 p.m. on Feb. 18. The reception will feature a live painting demonstration by the artist as well as live music and light…

  • Edison honors Hidden Heroes

    Edison honors Hidden Heroes

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — Work by caregivers of military veterans is often hidden when it comes to recognition. With the Township Council’s adoption of a resolution on Jan. 25 to designate Edison as a Hidden Heroes City, it brings attention to the needs that these caregivers may need that may include help…

  • Monmouth Park stall applications are now available

    Monmouth Park stall applications are now available

    OCEANPORT — Stall applications for the 2017 Monmouth Park racing season are now available online at www.monmouthpark.com under the horsemen’s tab. In addition, horsemen can pick up a hard copy of the application in the Monmouth Park administration building. Completed applications are due back in the racing office no later than March 16. The 2017…

  • Chromebook basics for parents slated at the library

    Chromebook basics for parents slated at the library

    To assist parents who have children in any of the Edison elementary and middle schools, the Clara Barton Public Library will hold free classes on Chromebook basics for parents. The schedule is: Feb. 25 at 1 p.m.; Feb. 27 at 5:30 p.m.; March 2 at 5:30 p.m.; and March 4 at 1 p.m. To register,…

  • Community yard sale slated in Lincroft

    Community yard sale slated in Lincroft

    The Lincroft Village Green Association (LVGA) will hold its 13th annual Community Yard Sale from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. April 29 at homes across Lincroft. The LVGA is a civic organization committed to the preservation and restoration of the local community. Yearly membership is $25 per family. Participation in the yard sale is free for LVGA members, and…

  • Bowling event to support Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring programs

    Bowling event to support Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring programs

    Big Brothers Big Sisters of Monmouth & Middlesex Counties’ 35th annual Bowl for Kids’ Sake fundraiser is now underway with teams registering to support a cause that helps children. Registration is open online at www.bbbsmmc.org now or by calling 732-444-3539. The dates and times are as follows: • March 3 from 6-8 p.m. at Shore Lanes, Neptune…

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