Archive for May, 2011

Breastfeeding is a natural, ages-old practice that holds numerous benefits for both baby and mother. »

One month ago, New Jersey celebrated the preservation of its 2,000th farm. It was a true milestone, because these preserved farms – totaling about 190,000 acres – literally keep New Jersey the Garden State. »

In early America, citizens were considered equals with law enforcement officials. Authorities were rarely permitted to enter one’s home without permission or in a deceitful manner. »

C’mon...did you really think I could NOT say something about this...I mean, after all, if you’re still here reading this, obviously something didn’t go quite as expected... »

MONROE – The 200 Club of Middlesex County honored local public safety officers last week at the 38th annual awards banquet at the Forsgate Country Club. »

ELIZABETH – Achievement is up in the city’s public high schools, officials announced. Data obtained from the 11th grade High School Proficiency Assessment (HSPA) shows the district-wide proficiency level for Language Arts Literacy (LAL) in eleventh grade is 71.5 percent. Since 2005, LAL scores have steadily increased from 59 percent to 71 percent --... »

AVENEL – The Woodbridge Township Police Department and the Woodbridge Domestic Violence Response Team will hold a seminar designed to provide insight into the problems of cyber-stalking and cyber-bullying on Monday, May 23, at St. Andrew’s Church Hall on Madison Avenue. »

RAHWAY -- On Thursday, May 19, students from the Rahway High School Water Champions program were honored by the New Jersey Chapter of the US Green Building Council at a gala event held at the Palace at Somerset. »

RAHWAY—Lady Gaga has taken over New York City for the release of her latest album, “Born This Way,” including special Gaga taxi cabs. »

CLARK -- On May 16, Michael Bolan, Dominick Strumolo, Alex Rodrigues, Megan Heaning and Devin Kanach were awarded scholarships by the Clark Scholarship Fund. The ceremony for the recipients and family members was held at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Clark. »

(NAPSI)—Here’s good news about the environment: Protecting it can be as easy—and delightful—as taking a refreshing drink of water from the tap instead of a bottle. »

METUCHEN -- Two Modern Masters of visual art will participate in Metuchen’s Junebug ArtFest as guest lecturers and extend the "every-Friday-night-in-June" activity into two Thursday evenings as well. »

WESTFIELD – Union County College will begin offering classes to job seekers at the Westfield Memorial Library to improve their computer and job search skills. »

SOUTH AMBOY -- The Y celebrates Older Americans Month in May as a way to show appreciation and support for seniors as they continue to enrich and strengthen our communities. »

PERTH AMBOY -- Art aficionados and supporters of Raritan Bay Medical Center (RBMC) alike made this year’s Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation – “Inspirations: A Celebration of Art & Spring” art show reception the most successful ever, raising more than $40,000 for the medical center’s Center for Women. »

HIGHLAND PARK – After a minivan crashed into the front of Michael Bianc Salon and Spa in Highland Park, the owners Rahsaan Settles and Dorelle Russ, found out the true meaning of community support. »

ELIZABETH-- Benedictine Academy in Elizabeth hosted an art show for girls in grades 5-8 on Friday, May 6. Students from local elementary schools participated. »

ELIZABETH -- Benedictine Academy, an all-female Catholic college prep high school in Elizabeth, held its annual Sports Awards Night on May 12. Players from the school’s sports teams were recognized for their many talents and contributions during this past academic year. »

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- A new Flea Market has opened in Staten Island, at 35 Androvette Street right off Arthur Kill Road (in Charleston), every Saturday from 9:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. »

NEW BRUNSWICK – The inaugural Scholarship Gala hosted by UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and the Foundation of UMDNJ proved to be an exceptional evening, raising approximately $195,000 in support of medical student scholarships. »