Archive for November, 2011

DENVILLE – The holiday season is a time families gather and spend quality time with loved ones. It is also a time that can raise questions about the health of family members, cognitive health of aging family members. With Alzheimer’s disease in particular, the Alzheimer’s Association says that it is important to know what... »

CRANFORD—The Friends of the Cranford Public Library invite you to tour the world via their ongoing International Film Series. Shows are at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the Cranford Community Center, 220 Walnut Avenue. Admission is free and all are welcome. »

PERTH AMBOY — The Salvation Army, located on 433 State Street, Perth Amboy, will receive and distribute 100 Thanksgiving meals, according to Councilman Fernando Gonzalez »

LINDEN — Linden’s Department of Public Property and Community Services is sponsoring karate classes for Linden students ages 5 through 15. Grand Master Ralph Chirico, a 10th degree black belt with over 40 years of experience, will provide students with a strong foundation for becoming champions in karate and in life. »

UNION – On Sunday, Nov. 20, a family of missionaries will join congregation members for the 6:30 p.m. service at Calvary Assembly of God, 953 West Chestnut Street, Union. »

Turkey Day is notoriously terrifying for the at-home sommelier. Suppose you're into food and wine. Should you flaunt your connoisseurship and create precise pairings to wow the palate? Absolutely not. The cousin who only drinks Budweiser will get annoyed, and everyone else will think you're a snob. »

MILLBURN – The Paper Mill Playhouse invites area residents to enjoy its free 2011 Holiday Village and Animated Light Spectacular. More than 75,000 animated lights, timed to music will bring holiday cheer this holiday season. »

CRANFORD –Virginia Apelian, a 1973 graduate, is the first speaker in the Union County College Alumni Association Authors Series. »

PARRIS ISLAND, S.C.--Marine Corps Pfc. Jonathan M. Candelaria, son of Rosa Candelaria of Florida, P. R. and Hector Candelaria, of Woodbridge, recently completed 12 weeks of basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S. C designed to challenge new Marine recruits both physically and mentally. »

EDISON -- On Friday, Nov. 11, the students in Ellen Colandrea’s fourth grade class participated in “Miss C.’s Second Annual New Jersey Trivia Challenge." With seven teams consisting of two students each, the object of the contest was to answer a list of 20 questions about New Jersey as accurately and quickly as possible... »

TRENTON – There was a smorgasbord of foods New Jersey children might see next school year in their school cafeterias at the Sun National Bank Center in Trenton on Thursday, Nov. 17 as the New Jersey Department of Agriculture and New Jersey School Nutrition Association held their annual Commodity Food Show. »

SCOTCH PLAINS – Union Catholic High School recently inducted 70 students into the National Honor Society. The event took place on Oct. 11 in the auditorium. »

Dear EarthTalk: I heard that species of flora and fauna are dying at a growing rate globally. How is this calculated and which types of species are dwindling faster? -- Colin Gooder, Franklin, NC »

MILWAUKEE, Wisc. – Thanksgiving is filled with good food, company, and gratitude. For many people, it’s also the source of weight gain and anxiety. This season, don’t let the holidays derail your healthy habits. TOPS Club, Inc. (Take Off Pounds Sensibly), the nonprofit weight-loss support organization, offers tips to eat right, stay active, and... »

SOUTH PLAINFIELD -- A former South Plainfield clerk was charged today with stealing more than $3,000 in overtime while she worked for the borough, Middlesex County Prosecutor Bruce J. Kaplan and Chief James Parker of the South Plainfield Police Department announced. »

STATE - The J.M. Smucker Company today announced a limited voluntary recall on two specific Best-If-Used-By dates of 16 oz. Smucker’s® Natural Peanut Butter Chunky because it may be contaminated with salmonella. »

LINDEN – The Linden Public Library recently recognized two loyal corporate supporters. »

EDISON – Students at Wardlaw-Hartridge School in Edison performed various instrumentals, vocals and dances during the lunch period on Nov. 16 for the Lower School Cabaret. »

ELIZABETH -- Yesterday, a Union County jury convicted a Plainfield man of first degree robbery and second degree aggravated assault, authorities announced. »

UNION COUNTY – Ashley Lasanta beams as she drives her wheelchair across the large living room of her new home and breathes in the smell of a new house. She could not be more thankful for her new home. »