By Gregg Semanick-New Jersey‘s IRS Spokesperson EITC is for people who work, but have lower incomes, generally under $42,000 in 2008. If you qualify, it could be worth up to $4,800 this year. So you could pay less federal tax…
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Winter Sledding & Elizabeth Trolleys
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by Diane Norek Harrison ELIZABETH-This came in a letter from Marilyn Thorne: “Dear Ms. Harrison, I’ve been enjoying reading ‘Remembering The Past’ in the Clark Patriot for some time now. Here’s a fond memory of mine of winter days when…
Tax Tip Of The Day: Free Online Filing Available
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By Gregg Semanick-New Jersey‘s IRS Spokesperson If you have access to a computer and your income last year was $56,000 or less you may be eligible to prepare and file your 2008 federal tax return electronically — for free. Free…
County, Non-Profits Explore Ways To Meet Demand As Funds Dwindle
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MIDDLESEX COUNTY – The nationwide economic meltdown has led to increased demand for all types of social services. At the same time, however, federal and state funding for these services is decreasing as a result of budget cuts. County officials…
United Way Searches For Hometown Heroes
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MILLTOWN—The United Way of Central Jersey is seeking nominations of outstanding volunteers who have shown extraordinary dedication and creativity in helping their neighbors and community to honor as Hometown Heroes. Nominations are due Friday, Feb. 27. Awardees who most exemplify…
Happy Valentines Day And More From "Enterprising South Amboy"
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By Diane Norek Harrison SOUTH AMBOY-In 1942, at O’Connor’s Confectionary, which was located at 142 North Broadway had a card shop assortment for Valentine’s Day. In the 1960s, while attending St. Mary’s Grammar School, a member of each class had…
Tax Tip Of The Day: What's New?
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By Gregg Semanick-New Jersey‘s IRS Spokesperson Before you sit down to do your taxes, check out the latest changes. Recent tax changes are posted on the IRS.gov Web site; in the Form 1040 instruction booklet; or, IRS Publication 17, Your…
Councilwoman’s Sister Alleges Discrimination
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ELIZABETH—The city council president’s sister has filed a lawsuit in federal court charging officials in the administration of Mayor J. Christian Bollwage with racial discrimination. Linda J. Perkins filed charges in 2005 complaining that Community Development Program Director Susan Ucci…
O’Leary Announces Assembly Run
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SOUTH AMBOY –This week, John O’Leary announced his bid to represent the 19th Legislative District in Trenton. The South Amboy mayor will challenge assemblymen Joseph Vas and John Wisniewski for the Middlesex Democratic Committee’s endorsement on March 25. But O’Leary was…
Newark Museum Plans Presidents’ Day Open House
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NEWARK – The lasting legacy of Abraham Lincoln will highlight the annual Presidents’ Day celebration at the Newark Museum on Monday, Feb. 16. Activities from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. are highlighted by a special family workshop: Celebrate the 200th…