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      February 8, 2007  RSS feed
      Dancing queen
      Manisha Sashital, 16, of Monroe, performs during Zalak 07, a unique competition based on Indian classical dance held at Old Bridge High School Saturday. More than 200 performers took part in the event, sponsored by Marathi Vishwa. More...
      Residents sue over town's tax formula
      Monroe's newer homes are unfairly assessed, lawsuit argues
      BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer

      A group of citizens filed suit against Monroe Town-ship Friday saying they've been unfairly taxed and seeking to force a townwide revaluation. The Concerned Citizens of Monroe Township consists of more than 1,000 homeowners who have investigated what they believe to be unfair property tax assessments. More...

      Family reflects on fight to keep daughter alive
      With mom's kidney, East Bruns. girl, 2, has a bright future
      BY MARY ANNE ROSS Correspondent

      Gabriella Gargione has all the charms of a typical 2-year-old ... big, blue eyes, curly hair, chubby cheeks and a smile that could melt the coldest of hearts. She is very friendly, enjoys playing with her Dora the Explorer doll and chatting about her new cousin, baby Sara. More...


      Postcards offer glimpse into Jamesburg's past
      BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

      JAMESBURG - A new exhibit at the Lakeview mansion features more than two dozen authentic postcards showing borough scenes in the early part of the 20th century. Borough Historian Tom Bodall said the postcards date back as far as 1903 and represent a vivid reminder of Jamesburg's past. More...


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      • Fundraisers
      Feb. 8 + Spaghetti Dinner, sponsored by St. James Knights of Columbus Council No. 6336, 5-8 p.m., at the council home, 83 Lincoln Ave., Jamesburg. Adult- and children's-menu prices available. All welcome. (732) 521-3366. Feb. More...
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       Letters
      • Officials must ensure that school reaches completion
      In December 2003, approximately 5,300 Monroe voters overwhelmingly approved a referendum for a new high school plan, calling for the school to be built on 35 acres of Thompson Park. The reason so many voters in our diverse community approved this creative and cost-effective plan was because it addressed so many needs in our community, county and state. More...
      • Cloggers support Project Linus NJ
      • Why won't officials do the right thing about property taxes?
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       Editorials
      • High school is a model of support for troops
      A moment rarely passes, it seems, when Spotswood High School teacher Frank Yusko isn't doing something to support U.S. troops and recognize war veterans. More...
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      • Student: Latest budget cuts have tangible results
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       Obituaries
      • Obituaries
      Claire Skinner Mrs. Skinner, 90, of Manalapan, died Jan. 27, 2007, at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. She was born in Jersey City and moved to Manalapan 36 years ago. Prior to retiring 24 years ago, she was a jewelry department manager for many years at Two Guys department store in Manalapan. Mrs. Skinner was predeceased in 2003 by her husband, Harry Skinner. More...
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       Sports
      • article has image Knights, Vikings prove to be class of the field
      Old Bridge boys, South Brunswick girls dominate GMC meet
      The Old Bridge boys and South Brunswick girls entered Friday's Greater Middlesex Conference Indoor Track and Field Championships as the favorites. To put it simply, they did not disappoint. The Knights breezed to the team title with 75 points at the Jersey City Armory, well ahead of second-place South Brunswick (39. More...
      • article has image Win over McCarrick proves Bears are a threat
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       Business
      • Bank changes name to Northfield Bank
      Northfield Savings Bank has officially changed its name to operate as Northfield Bank. The change more accurately reflects the bank's expanded relationship with its customers as a full-service consumer and commercial bank, beyond the traditional role of a savings bank, according to John Alexander, More...
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