By Gregg Semanick-New Jersey‘s IRS Spokesperson Unclaimed refunds totaling approximately $43.8 million are awaiting over 41,000 New Jerseyans who did not file a federal income tax return for 2005. To collect the money, a return for 2005 must be filed with the IRS no later than April 15, 2009. If a return is not... »
STATE – Candidates have filed petitions to run for seats on area school boards. Though the original deadline was Monday afternoon, Gov. Jon Corzine extended it until 4 p.m. Wednesday because a snowstorm Monday caused most school districts to shut down. New Jersey voters will choose board members and vote on school spending plans... »
WOODBRIDGE—Township Council President Robert Luban announced Tuesday, March 3, that he has changed his party affiliation to Republican. “There are major disagreements concerning political philosophy between myself and the Woodbridge Democratic Party leadership,” the former Democrat said. Luban added that in the current economic environment, his beliefs are more in line with Republican philosophy.... »
CRANFORD – On Sunday, March 1, the Union County College Lady Owls Basketball Team secured the Region XIX championship title, with a win over Delaware Tech by a score of 64-56 at the County College of Morris. Delaware Tech started the game very aggressively, pulling ahead by 10 points at the beginning of the... »
UTICA, N.Y.—The nation’s current economic conditions have caused many Americans to rethink their spending habits, with 70 percent saying they have cut back on entertainment, recreation and eating out at restaurants in the past year, a new Zogby Interactive poll shows. The slashing of entertainment budgets isn’t just taking place in poorer... »
STATE—Gov. Jon Corzine’s standing with the New Jersey public is suffering along with the economy. According to the most recent poll by Fairleigh Dickinson University’s PublicMind, 40 percent of voters approve of the job Corzine is doing while 46 percent disapprove—a reversal from January when 46 percent approved and 40 percent disapproved. “The governor... »
TRENTON – Don’t look for a property tax rebate check this year. Unless you’re a senior citizen, it’s probably not coming. In a meeting with the Legislature’s top Democrats next week, Gov. Jon Corzine suggested that curtailing the popular property tax rebate program may be necessary to balance the state’s budget. Last year, New... »
TRENTON – Gov. Jon Corzine issued an executive order to extend the deadline for candidates to file to run in April’s school board election because Monday’s snowstorm closed most of the schools in the state. The deadline had originally been Monday afternoon, but in many school districts no one was in the office to... »
By Jim Whelan After a five year absence from the Union County Finals, the Elizabeth Minutemen made it back this year. The Minutemen beat #4 state-ranked Plainfield convincingly 88-78 during last Wednesday’s night semi-final match-up at the Elizabeth Dunn Center. St. Pat’s defeated Linden 49-36 in a hard-fought defensive struggle last Thursday night. The... »
Gregg Semanick-New Jersey’s IRS Spokesperson IRS.gov provides a wealth of information. You can access tax forms and publications; learn about electronic filing; check the status of your refund; calculate the amount of withholding on your W-4; and, request an online payment agreement. You can even get information about a career with the IRS.... »
RAHWAY – Last week, a Rahway fifth grader saved her cousin’s life by calling 9-1-1. Brooklyn Williams, a student at Madison Elementary School in Rahway, went to wake up her six-month-old cousin Mark Anthony Little, she noticed that he was blue and obviously in respiratory distress. She quickly picked him up and ran into... »
PITMAN—After capturing the 2008 NJAC Championship and advancing to the NCAA Division III National Championship Series, Kean University has been selected as the 2009 preseason baseball favorite in the New Jersey Athletic Conference. Kean was selected to finish first on six-of-the-ten ballots cast by the league’s head coaches. The Cougars return three all-conference players... »
PERTH AMBOY—Raritan Bay Medical Center is accepting applications now for an intensive four-day career workshop designed for students entering their senior year of high school who are interested in pursuing careers in the healthcare field. The 10th Annual Healthcare Connection program will be held the week of July 7-10, at the hospital’s Old Bridge... »
The Most Powerful Motivator I was abruptly awakened and told, “The house is on fire. Go outside!” As I ran out of my bedroom and into the hall my socks slipped on the polished oak floor. A guiding hand helped me keep my footing and a frantic voice urged, “Hurry! Hurry!” As I... »
Gregg Semanick-New Jersey’s IRS Spokesperson The IRS recognizes that many people are going through difficult times financially. If you believe you may have trouble paying your tax bill, contact the IRS immediately. To avoid additional penalties, you should always file your tax return on time even if you are unable to fully pay your... »
CRANFORD – During the month of March, Union County College will be offering free job training courses to residents of the city of Elizabeth. City residents over the age of 18 are eligible to participate in this program. These career training courses will be available to those who need to support a family, are... »
COLONIA—Ayna Agarwal, a member of the Community Campus Edison Branch YMCA, has been named a top runner-up for “The 2009 Prudential Spirit of Community Award” in New Jersey. Agarwal also qualified for the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation and the President’s Volunteer Service Award, which is based on the number of volunteer... »
Celebrating 100 Days—A celebration of the 100th Day of School was enjoyed by Mrs. Shaffer’s first grade class at Saint Agnes School. The children participated in many activities, which included making a 100 collection, writing 100 words, doing 100 jumping jacks, building towers with 100 cups, and reading books about 100s Day. Pictured are... »
Gregg Semanick-New Jersey’s IRS Spokesperson The IRS encourages refund filers to request direct deposit into a bank account for a faster refund. E-filing your tax return coupled with direct deposit is a fast way to receive your refund in as little as 10 days. Direct deposit eliminates the possibility of your check getting lost... »
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