Archive for November, 2009

WEST LONG BRANCH – Junior Jeremy Hazell (Brooklyn, N.Y.) scored a game-high 26 points and sophomore Herb Pope (Aliquippa, Pa.) had 15 points and a game-high 17 rebounds as Seton Hall defeated Monmouth, 87-72, in West Long Branch, Sunday. »

UNION—In the summer of 2008, Congress approved an expansion of benefits in the G.I. Bill for military veterans serving after September 11, 2001. In August 2009, recipients became eligible for tuition support, which is based upon the highest in-state tuition charged by an educational institution. »

RAHWAY -- “A Season for Giving” is the theme that rings throughout the hallways at Madison Elementary School in Rahway. »

CLARK—The Clark Health Department will hold its second and final H1N1 (swine flu) vaccine clinic for 2009 on Wednesday, Dec. 9, in the drama studio at Mother Seton High School, Valley Road. »

Even in a tough economy, there are some bright spots. Many expensive purchases have gotten a lot less costly because of industry problems, a steep decline in consumer spending or both. »

TRENTON—Department of Environmental Protection Acting Commissioner Mark N. Mauriello urged motorists to drive very carefully this season when deer are particularly active and more likely to be darting into roadways. “It’s breeding season for white-tailed deer right now, and motorists should be on the lookout,” Mauriello said. “Deer can be seen crossing roadways at... »

ELIZABETH-Here are some winter memories from William Frolich. He’s describing the aftermath of a snowstorm that dumped over two feet of snow on Elizabeth near the end of 1947. »

EDISON—Middlesex County College offers students who are home on holiday break a chance to complete a full semester course in a shortened time period. »

Even in a bad economy, people still reach deep into their pockets to help out those who are less fortunate, especially as the holidays approach. However, in good times or bad, it’s important to know that the money you are giving to a charity is truly being put to good use. »

CLARK—The Skulski Art Gallery of the Polish Cultural Foundation in Clark will present an exhibit by Agnieszka and Darek Golen from Nov. 20 through Dec. 18. »

ROSELLE – Roselle school teacher Mark Ludwig now has extra money to supplement his lesson plans with hands-on learning, thanks to a $2,016 grant from PSEG. »

MILWAUKEE, Wisc. – For many of us, food is an important part of the holiday season. Family gatherings feature meals consisting of high-fat, high-calorie temptations that can sabotage even the most dedicated of otherwise healthy eaters. »

Purchasing a first home is an exciting time in anyone’s life. It’s also a large financial undertaking, a fact that leaves many people wondering whether they’re prepared for this big step. »

CLARK – Clark resident Bob Crescenzo was inducted into the Mercy College Athletics Hall of Fame last month. »

CRANFORD—Cranford Boy Scout Troop 788 is looking for new scouts to join their troop. »

WESTFIELD – The Westfield Rotary meets on Tuesdays, from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m., for lunch at the Westfield Area YMCA in the second floor Kellogg room. They welcome guests to join them at any of their weekly meetings. »

Are you looking for ways to trim expenses? There are a lot of different reasons to be worried about money and spending these days. Cutting back on unnecessary outlays is always a good idea, but make sure you don’t chop out important budget items in the process. »

AARP thanks Representatives Pascrell, Payne, Rothman, and Sires for their votes in favor of better health care for every New Jerseyan. With the passage of the Affordable Health Care for America Act (HR 3962), we are one step closer to a stronger Medicare for seniors and future generations, and stable, affordable health care options... »

Retirement used to mean leaving work forever at age 65. Today, that description no longer applies to many of the millions of Americans who are at or near the traditional retirement age. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, by 2016, workers age 65 and older are expected to account for 6.1 percent... »

SAVANNAH, Ga.—Elmer Ramos of Metuchen was named to the dean’s list at the Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, Ga., for summer quarter 2009. »