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South River electric rates at issue
By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent South River Council President Matthew Vaughn says a plan regarding electric rates is forthcoming, but at least one resident has expressed her frustration with the process to date. Theresa Hutchison, who is the wife of Republican Councilman Jim Hutchison, has asked at many of the past council meetings — including the…
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Sean Stevenson tees off at the start of the Forsgate Foundation’s Chip in for Charity fundraising event to benefit Autism Speaks at Forsgate Country Club in Monroe on Aug. 26. See story, page 8. MATT DENTON
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Big wheels
Q&A with Sharon Peters Q: We’re looking at two vehicles. The Subaru Forester has 16-inch wheels that come standard, but you can get 17- inch wheels, and the Ford Escape’s range from 17 to 19 inches. The bigger ones cost more. What’s with the emphasis on wheel sizes, and why spend more for bigger? A:…
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Lease deals
It’s hard to beat some of the cut-rate deals being offered, but be sure to consider the fine print before signing on the dotted line. By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features New-car leasing, once largely limited to businesses and wealthy luxury car buyers, has gained wider market acceptance in recent years and is now at record…
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Century 21 Mack Morris Iris Lurie chosen for nationwide pilot project
Century 21 Mack Morris Iris Lurie was selected as one of five companies nationwide to participate in the “HomeBase” pilot project by Mark Forman, senior vice president of Century 21 Real Estate LLC. “It is an honor to be chosen to participate in this technological advancement,” said Iris Lure, broker/owner. “We are always striving to…
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High-cost closing
Closing costs are going up. Shop around to get the best deal. Record low mortgage rates were available to homebuyers last year, but those who purchased property also forked over more in closing costs, according to a recent survey by Bankrate.com, a financial rate and personal finance website. Over the past year, closing costs averaged…
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How to get your sports news in the paper
If you would like your sports news published, please submit a press release at least two weeks in advance of an event such as team registration or tryouts. Results of youth games and tournaments may also be submitted, as well as collegiate news about former high school athletes. Give complete information, such as dates, full…
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SPORT SHORTS
Rutgers University fans can obtain free Rutgers magnets for their cars by contacting the Rutgers Athletics Department. The contact information is [email protected] or 866-445-4678. The Raging Eagles U-14 boys soccer team from the Peninsula Soccer Club is looking for one or two players for the upcoming year. The Raging Eagles are playing in National 2…
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Brookdale women’s soccer team looking to take the next step
By TIM MORRIS Staff Writer With the deepest squad she’s ever had, Brookdale Community College women’s soccer head coach Katie Miller is in the enviable position of replacing quality players with even more quality talent. “I don’t have a weak spot on the field,” the third-year coach said. “I have 18 players on the team…
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