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Wedding spending always in season
Summer may be on its way out, but wedding season is alive and kicking. With proclamations of eternal love, champagne-fueled dances and appetizers that one only dreams of, the celebrations promise something for everybody. But all parties involved — from the lucky couple to the last guest to make the invite list — must spend…
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Hopman an advocate for children, education
A s the economic climate for educational funding continues to impact boards of education amidst the challenges to provide instructional environments conducive to academic achievement, it is our responsibility as township residents to become aware of, support and vote for those individuals willing to volunteer their time — without compensation — to ensure proper oversight…
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Gov. Christie is no supporter of medical marijuana in New Jersey
Greg Bean CODA When Brian Wilson — whose 2-yearold daughter, Vivian, has a rare form of epilepsy that might be treated with medical marijuana — recently confronted New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie about approving a bill making it legal for children to use it as part of treatment, the governor blew him off. “These are…
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New Master Gardener classes set to begin
The Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Middlesex County will offer both daytime and evening programs for the new Rutgers Master Gardener class. Master Gardeners are community volunteers trained in earth-friendly gardening and environmental principles. Lecture classes meet once per week for three hours from mid-September to mid- April. The 60 to 70 hours of classroom instruction…
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Students displaced by Sandy can attend schools in Sayreville
By STELLA MORRISON Staff Writer SAYREVILLE — Children whose families still do not have permanent homes in Sayreville as a result of superstorm Sandy will be able to continue their education in borough schools for the upcoming academic year. Assistant Superintendent of Schools Marilyn Zeichner-Shediak said the district will continue to transport five children from…
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School board president resigns in Old Bridge
By THOMAS CASTLES Staff Writer OLD BRIDGE — Board of Education President Andrew Gonzalez, who was elected to lead the board in January at the age of 23, has resigned. Gonzalez served his alma mater school district for three and a half years before resigning on Aug. 21. The recent Rutgers University graduate said he…
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Old Bridge board appoints Hoeker to assistant super post
OLD BRIDGE — A former township schoolteacher and elementary school principal has been appointed to serve as assistant superintendent of schools. Kathleen Hoeker will take over the role previously held by David Cittadino, who was recently promoted to superintendent of schools. The Board of Education gave Hoeker a one-year contract that is effective through June…
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Former state senator dies
By THOMAS CASTLES Staff Writer Former State Sen. and East Brunswick Mayor Jack Sinagra died Aug. 26 at the age of 63. Sinagra was elected to the East Brunswick Township Council in 1987 and later served as a moderate Republican mayor from 1989 to 1991. During his mayoral tenure, East Brunswick became the first municipality…
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