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Taking the plunge for clean, safe waters
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer Debbie Mans, executive director of the NY/NJ Baykeeper, talks about the importance of clean waters prior to joining staff and representatives of the Waterkeeper Alliance in a plunge into the Raritan Bay to mark Swimmable Water Weekend on July 25. LAUREN CASSELBERRY Staff and representatives of the NY/NJ Baykeeper and…
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Program assists families affected by superstorm
The Christie Administration has announced the Sandy Homebuyer Assistance Program, which offers financial incentives to eligible applicants to purchase a home in Middlesex, Monmouth and seven other counties that were severely impacted by superstorm Sandy. Under the $25 million program administered through the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency (HMFA), applicants can receive an…
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Scam ALERTS
The following is a brief list of scams that have been reported to area police departments. Cable TV scam: A caller states that he or she is from a reputable cable company, and says the company is giving away a 200-channel promotion. The caller will only take cash or a prepaid debit card. Always…
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Police: Season of the scam
By NICOLE ANTONUCCI Staff Writer Matawan resident Donna Gould never thought she would become a target of a scam. That is, until two weeks ago, when she answered her phone and heard, “Grandma, it’s me.” Thinking it was her grandson Austin, she continued the conversation and listened as the panicked voice on the other end…
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Patrons enjoy a beautiful day as they look at classic cars during an Aug. 4 show at the Independence Firehouse in South Amboy. SCOTT FRIEDMAN
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Working in style
Pickup trucks aren’t just for hauling any more. Today’s top models are posh and plush, for those seeking what’s essentially a luxury vehicle with heavy-duty capabilities. By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features When most motorists think of a full-size pickup truck, images of a burly and dirty vehicle built with strength and durability as prime concerns…
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Q&A
Sit smart with Sharon Peters Q: We test drove a 2013 Nissan Altima and the front seats seemed strange. Looked a little different, felt different. The sales guy said they’re “zero-gravity” seats and they were inspired by NASA. Good grief. Does everything have to have some gimmick? What are you hearing about those seats? A:…
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REAL ESTATE BRIEFS
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage announces its top agents in Monmouth County for the month of June. Alan Kurlander was named Monmouth County Associate of the Month, ranking No. 1 in sales production in his Marlboro/Manalapan sales office and among all Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage agents in Monmouth County. Additionally, Pauline Poyner of Coldwell Banker Residential…
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Model homes grand open at Toll Brothers’ The Enclave at Shrewsbury Aug. 10-11
Toll Brothers, the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, announces the grand opening of two new professionally decorated model homes — The Hammond and The Farmington — at The Enclave at Shrewsbury, an active living community in Monmouth County. The new model homes showcase Toll Brothers’ quality designs with impressive floor plans and exquisite decorating,…
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