• Sykes–Viox

    MILESTONES Alyson Sykes and Andrew Viox Patricia Sykes of Helmetta and William Sykes of Spotswood announce the engagement of their daughter, Alyson Sykes, to Andrew Viox, son of Diane Dermody of Shapleigh, Maine, and Gerard Viox of Queens, N.Y. The future bride is a registered nurse at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick. Her…

  • Congregants positively affected by trip to Israel

    By THOMAS CASTLES Staff Writer Members of the East Brunswick Jewish Center visited Israel last month as a way to strengthen their spirituality. PHOTO COURTESY OF RABBI JOSHUA S. FINKELSTEIN EAST BRUNSWICK — About 20 members of the East Brunswick Jewish Center (EBJC) are sharing stories of a recent trip to Israel as a way…

  • Teen wants students to ‘Strut’ their stuff

    WHO’S WHO IN OUR NEIGHBORHOODS By THOMAS CASTLES Staff Writer Cassie Aran, a 19-year-old entrepreneur from East Brunswick, has designed the Pack and Strut Geek Sleeve. Inset: The tablet bag has interchangeable covers. SCOTT FRIEDMAN EAST BRUNSWICK — College students trying to make their way in the world would do well to present themselves professionally,…

  • Tickets available for Epicurean Palette

    The 13th annual Epicurean Palette, a celebration of food to benefit Grounds For Sculpture, will take place 1-4 p.m. Sept. 29 at 19 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton. Woven throughout the landscaped sculpture garden, the event features the finest area chefs and culinary offerings, as well as a robust selection of great wines, craft beers and spirits…

  • Entries sought for annual photo contest

    The Freehold Soil Conservation District is sponsoring its annual photo contest. Photographers are asked to capture subjects promoting the beauty and uniqueness of the natural environments found in Middlesex and Monmouth counties. Photo-contest prizes are first place, $200; second place, $100; and third place: $75. The contest is open to adults age 18 and over.…

  • Boat club to remove docks that were lost during Sandy

    By STELLA MORRISON Staff Writer The South River Boat Club has volunteered to remove boating docks that were displaced by superstorm Sandy and ended up in marshland nearly 2 miles from their home in Buchanan Park in Sayreville. Project manager Art Madden said the club is volunteering to remove the docks at no cost to…

  • Senior airman protects adults, saves baby’s life

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Jerry Sarno (r) received an Air Force Commendation Medal from U.S. Air Force Brig. Gen. Allen Jamerson in September 2012 for saving a baby’s life that July. Gerald J. Sarno remembers July 4, 2012, as clear as day. That is the date that he saved…

  • Imperial Music Center sets concert schedule

    The Imperial Music Center, 48 Appleby Ave., South River, will hold concerts at 2 p.m. Sept. 8, Oct. 6, Nov. 3 and Dec. 15. Lunch is available for purchase from noon to 2 p.m. A $5 donation is appreciated. For more information, visit www.imperialmusiccenter.com or call 732-238-0310.

  • Vendors needed for Sept. 28 vendor fair

    The Ladies Auxiliary of the Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Co. will host its second annual craft/vendor show 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 28 at the firehouse on Route 34. Vendors are needed. Spaces are $25 each. For more information, contact Janet Kilheeney at 732-754-5880.

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