Tag: Milltown
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Vo-tech teacher ‘Shines’ as electrical apprentice instructor
EAST BRUNSWICK – A veteran teacher in the electrical apprentice program of the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools (MCVTS) has been named Instructor of the Year for the United States and Canada by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). The award was presented to Richard Shine in Washington, D.C., at the 2017 IBEW…
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Milltown officials lower expected tax rate hike
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer MILLTOWN — Borough officials have found themselves stuck in a bind as they review the 2017 budget numbers. Denise Biancamano, chief financial officer, said the proposed 2017 municipal budget that totals $9.35 million carries a proposed 2.9 cent tax rate increase. This translates to an increase of $46.32 on the…
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Ariella Hopkins Day set for May 20
The Second Annual Ariella Hopkins Day will be held from noon to 7 p.m. on May 20 at the American Legion Pavilion, 4 JFK Blvd., Milltown. There will be live music, a deejay, children’s activities, food and beverages. Wristbands for beer and wine will be available. The cost is $15 per ticket. Children under four are free.…
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Repaving project begins in Milltown
MILLTOWN – PSE&G has scheduled a four-day repaving project from May 4-8. The construction will take place on sections of Kuhlthau Avenue, First Street, Dale Road, Clay Street, Ochs Avenue, East Lawrence Street, Highland Drive, Cleveland Avenue and Columbia Avenue. Construction crews will work form 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. “No Parking” signs have been…
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Registration open for Follow Me 5K
American Legion Post 25 will hold the Follow Me 5K Run on May 20 at the legion, 4 JFK Dr., Milltown. Pre-registration is $25 for runners or $20 for walkers. Registration on the day of begins at 7 a.m., and is $30 cash only. The opening ceremony starts at 8 a.m., followed by the 5K…
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Festival marks colorful beginning of spring in South River
By VASHTI HARRIS Staff Writer SOUTH RIVER – Music, traditions, modern Indian dance, food and colored powder were the focus of the Saraswati Cultural Association’s second annual Holi festival. “Holi is a spring festival, also known as the festival of colors or the festival of sharing love. The festival signifies the victory of good over…
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Unused medication can be dropped off at Milltown Police Department
Residents are encouraged to drop off unused, unwanted and expired medication from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on April 29 in the main foyer of the Milltown Police Department, 39 Washington Ave., Milltown. No syringes will be accepted.
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Milltown PTA to hold vendor night May 4
The Milltown Parent Teacher Association (PTA) will hold a vendor night from 6-7:30 p.m., May 4, at Joyce Kilmer Middle School, 21 West Church St., Milltown. There will be more than 20 local vendors selling chocolate, cookies, jewelry, candles, clothing, jams and other items. The Satori Academy of Martial Arts East Brunswick/Milltown will provide babysitting. For more information, contact…
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Organist to present unique repertoire
The United Methodist Church of Milltown will present “Rare Treasures of the Organ” at 5 p.m. April 30 at the church, 47 N. Main St., Milltown. Organist Shea Velloso will present works by Edward Bairstow, Cesar Franck, Franz Liszt and others. A free will offering will be accepted to help finance the installation of the…