RAHWAY — Democrat James J. Devine endorsed a new student loan refinancing bill introduced by Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren and asked citizens to sign a petition backing the proposed measure in response to a request from the progressive lawmaker. In an email…
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Chabad and AEPi Partner at Rutgers University
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By Elisheva Rosen Rutgers University became home to a new fraternity recently when the national office, alumni, and new brothers of the Jewish fraternity AEPi re-initiated its chapter at the Rutgers Chabad House this semester. As the first 43…
The government is robbing young people who took out federal student loans
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By Van Jones NATIONAL — If you took out a loan a few years ago to buy a flashy sports car, you could save buckets of money by refinancing at today’s low rates. But if you did the smart thing and…
Weather interrupts schools again
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Delayed starting times for some school districts and a few closures have been announced in anticipation of the latest winter storm. Another storm bearing down on New Jersey prompted the National Weather Service to issue a winter weather advisory for…
Mravlag scholars honored
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Victor Mravlag School No. 21 held a Scholar Awards Ceremony on Friday, Feb. 28 congratulating students who were honored for various achievements. Please upgrade your browser
Linden Kiwanis & K-Kids Clubs Support Children’s Specialized Hospital
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LINDEN — Linden Public Schools’ K-Kids Clubs, which are affiliated with the Linden Kiwanis Club, presented a check for $2,500 to a Children’s Specialized Hospital representative on Jan. 23.
[PHOTOS] Perth Amboy Catholic School Celebrates International Art Day
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PERTH AMBOY – On Wednesday, Jan. 29, during Catholic Schools Week, Perth Amboy Catholic School hosted International Art Day. The students, along with their art teacher, Rose Lavin Pennyfeather, prepared exhibits representing 40 countries. Parents prepared desserts from the original home…
Union County College Hires A New VP For Students
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CRANFORD — During the Jan. 28 Board of Trustees meeting, Union County College approved Helen Castellanos Brewer as the new vice president of student development. She will join Union on Feb. 10 and manage the staff responsible for designing, maintaining,…
Celebrating Catholic Schools Week
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CLARK — Co-adjutor Archbishop Hebda celebrated the opening Mass for Catholic School Week for The Saint John the Apostle School Community, Clark on Sunday, Jan. 26. Mayor Sal Bonaccorso also presented Sister Donna Marie with a proclamation proclaiming Jan. 26-Feb.2,…
ALJ Cheerleaders Welcome Super Bowl Visitors
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NEWARK — The Arthur L. Johnson High School Varsity Cheerleaders from Clark were recently selected to serve as part of the welcoming committee for the Super Bowl media and fans at Newark Airport. The Johnson Varsity Cheerleaders performed in Terminal A from 6 and 8 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 27.