WOODBRIDGE – Avenel resident Michele Charmello was appointed to the Woodbridge Township Council last week, filling a seat vacated when Greg Bedard stepped down earlier this month.
Joan Rivers To Perform In Rahway
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RAHWAY – Comedic icon Joan Rivers will take the stage at the Union County Performing Arts Center for one night only on Friday, Nov. 12 at 8 p.m.
Union County College Announces Fall Open House
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CRANFORD–Union County College will be hosting a fall open house for students who are interested in learning more about the college and for those who may be interested in enrolling for the spring semester.
Diocese Of Metuchen To Host Faith Formation Convocation
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PISCATAWAY – The 2010 Faith Formation Convocation, sponsored by the Diocese of Metuchen Department of Formation and Leadership, will be held on Saturday, Nov. 6, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the St. John Neumann Pastoral Center, 146 Metlars Lane.
EarthTalk®
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Dear EarthTalk: What are the environmental benefits of the hydroponic growing of lettuce and other crops? — Bruce Keeler, Oakland, CA
Somerset Craft Show Artists Demonstrate the Skill and Technique Behind Their Work
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SOMERSET — Master craftspeople will display their talents during live demonstrations at the 16th annual Sugarloaf Crafts Festival in Somerset, Friday, Oct. 29 through Sunday, Oct. 31, at the Garden State Exhibit Center.
Palisades Announces Jersey Diner’s Choice Awards
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BERKELEY HEIGHTS – New Jersey is known for its diners. In fact, Bayonne is credited as the birthplace of the first structured diner. To celebrate this popular symbol of New Jersey culture, Palisades car insurance company is inviting New Jersey residents to vote for their favorite diner as part of the first Palisades “Jersey Diner’s Choice Awards.”
Clark Offers Free Rabies Clinic
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CLARK — Clark Township will be offering free rabies vaccinations on Tuesday, Nov. 9, at the Clark Municipal Building, 430 Westfield Avenue between 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Trade Association Supports National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
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DES PLAINES, Ill.—The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) is helping to raise awareness of the dangers of lead exposure by observing National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (NLPPW) on Oct. 24-30.
