Tag: East Brunswick
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Learn about how to handle prostate cancer treatment during COVID pandemic – seminar today at noon
The East Brunswick Public Library’s Lunch ’n’ Learn with the Doctor Series will feature Cancer During COVID: Prostate Cancer from noon to 1 p.m. today, May 8, with Dr. Edward Soffen, radiation oncologist with Princeton Radiation Oncology, and Dr. Phillip Reid, medical oncologist with Regional Care Cancer Associates, Central Jersey. Topics include evaluating suspected cancer,…
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East Brunswick extends property tax deadline until June 1
EAST BRUNSWICK–East Brunswick extended a grace period of one month past the May 1 property tax bill deadline. Business Administrator Joseph Criscuolo said in a prepared statement that the grace period which would have ordinarily been May 11 is now officially extended to June 1. The council approved the resolution during a special council meeting…
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The truth about sciatica pain
By Ken Freedman, DC Sciatica pain can strike out of nowhere: a shooting, radiating sensation traveling down the length of your leg. The pain may worsen when you sit for extended periods. Suddenly, you’re experiencing weakness, numbness or difficulty moving your leg or foot. There’s a constant pain on one side of your buttocks. A…
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In the midst of the pandemic, seasonal allergies peak
By Dr. Philip Pasternak In these uncertain times where maintaining our health has never been so important, let’s remember that not everything that sneezes, wheezes or coughs (along with a runny nose and severe itchy eyes) is related to COVID-19. The most common culprit for these symptoms at this time of year are those dreaded…
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East Brunswick police hold one-day fundraiser for people with autism affected by COVID-19 crisis
EAST BRUNSWICK–Wanting to support individuals with autism who are affected by the COVID-19 crisis, the East Brunswick Police Department held a one-day fundraiser, garnering $1,000 in donations. Sgt. Tom Cassidy, who is part of the police department’s Community Response Unit, said the police department raised almost $1,000 which was donated to the non-profit organization MyGOAL…
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East Brunswick council approves using storm emergency funds for COVID-19 relief
EAST BRUNSWICK–The Township Council approved a resolution authorizing the use of Storm Recovery Reserves in response to the novel coronavirus crisis. Municipalities and counties with Storm Recovery Reserves may use those funds for COVID-19 response, according to the council. “This is the ability to take monies that we put in the storm reserve fund. Generally,…
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East Brunswick reports 469 positive COVID-19 cases, 14 deaths
EAST BRUNSWICK–With 469 residents confirmed positive for coronavirus (COVID-19), Mayor Brad Cohen updated residents on the status of the township’s response. “As of [April 27], East Brunswick has a total of 469 positive cases that had been identified through testing and we are at 14 deaths,” Cohen said during the April 27 council meeting. “So…
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East Brunswick Human Relations Council highlights residents’ volunteer work during COVID-19 crisis
EAST BRUNSWICK–Showcasing stories of volunteerism throughout the township, the East Brunswick Human Relations Council (EBHRC) held a “Unity in the Community” event via Facebook Live. As part of the EBHRC’s Coffee and Conversation series, four panelists shared their stories on April 14 about how they are helping the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Panelists included…
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Playhouse 22 to present virtual reading of ‘Triangles,’ written by Holmdel playwright
Playhouse 22’s next virtual reading will be “Triangles,” written and directed by Mike Sockol of Holmdel, to be read at 7:30 p.m. on April 30. When an unemployed actress thinks she’s pregnant and turns to a former lover for help, the audience is introduced to a tangled web of family relationships and secrets that simply…
