Tag: Spotswood
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Spotswood reverend was ‘the best person you could talk to’
By VASHTI HARRIS Staff Writer SPOTSWOOD – Spotswood Reformed Church’s Rev. James E. Ribbans passed away on Oct. 17 at the age of 65. Ribbans was born and raised in Somerville. He previously lived in Chatham, New York, before moving to Spotswood in 2000, according to his obituary. In 1975, Ribbans received an undergraduate degree in Theatre…
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Monument signifies importance of mills in Spotswood’s history
SPOTSWOOD — A newly constructed monument that has been dedicated in Spotswood was designed to remind all passersby that the local economy, as far back as the early 18th century, was largely dependent on milling. Milling substrates included logs used to make paper, various grains and even tobacco used in commercial snuff products, according to…
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Mayor’s seat sought by three in Spotswood
By VASHTI HARRIS Staff Writer SPOTSWOOD – Resident Jackie Palmer, current Councilman Edward T. Seely and incumbent Mayor Nicholas Poliseno each have goals and concerns for the Borough of Spotswood as nonpartisan mayoral candidates this election. Seely, 61, is a lead technician in waste management and owns and operates Championship Awards. He has been a Spotswood resident for 25…
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Spotswood looks to remain alive in state football playoff race
By Jimmy Allinder Following a crushing 46-30 loss to Bishop George Ahr High School Oct. 22, Spotswood High School’s football team (5-1 division, 5-2 overall) felt like its world had imploded. The Chargers are two-time defending Greater Middlesex Conference (GMC) Blue Division champions and were convinced their destiny was to capture a third title, which…
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Win over rival advances Spotswood in GMC soccer tourney
By Jimmy Allinder Spotswood High School has been a fierce rival with South River High School for decades. That stands to reason because before Spotswood opened the doors to its high school in 1977, students went to South River. However, the Chargers have another rivalry, one which has produced memorable sports moments in its 39-history…
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Board of Education overview for the East Brunswick Sentinel
The following local races will be held for Board of Education seats on Election Day, Nov. 8: East Brunswick – Robert Cancro, Chad Seyler, Liwu Hong, incumbent Curt Philipczak, Gaurav Panchal and David Cukor will compete for three, three-year terms. Incumbent Barbara Reiss will run unopposed for a two-year unexpired term; Jamesburg – Three, three-year…
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Election overview for the East Brunswick Sentinel
The following races will be held on Election Day, Nov. 8. Middlesex County Sheriff — Incumbent Democrat Mildred Scott vs. Republican Pedro “Peter” Pisar; Middlesex County Freeholder — Incumbent Democrats Blanquita Valenti, Kenneth Armwood and Charles Kenny vs. Republicans Joseph Scillieri, Kathleen Calabrese and Zhiyu “Jimmy” Ju; East Brunswick Mayor — Democrat Brad Cohen vs. incumbent…
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Spotswood students will receive college credit for advanced marketing courses
SPOTSWOOD – Students at Spotswood High School (SHS) can now receive college credit for an advanced marketing classes. Every year, district leaders and teachers in Spotswood Public Schools assess the district’s program of studies as part of their ongoing commitment to enhancing students’ learning experiences in preparation for college and careers. Through this process, they identified a…
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Blood drives scheduled around the county
New Jersey Blood Services is conducting local blood drives on the following dates: 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Oct. 16 at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 185 Applegarth Rd., Monroe; 3-7:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at the East Brunswick Library, 2 Jean Walling Drive, East Brunswick; 3-9 p.m. Oct. 25 at the Cathedral of St. Francis, Main Street, Metuchen; 3:30-8 p.m.…
