TRENTON – An Essex County man was sentenced to state prison Wednesday for his role in a multi-county automobile theft ring, Attorney General Paula T. Dow and Criminal Justice Director Stephen J. Taylor announced.
Marina Operators Stepping Up To Protect New Jersey’s Waters
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TRENTON – The Department of Environmental Protection and New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium have added 11 marinas to the state’s Clean Marina program. The number of these facilities certified as using best management practices to protect New Jersey’s marine resources now stands at 40.
NJ Awards $3.5 Million To Law Enforcement Agencies For Bullet-Resistant Vests
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TRENTON –The Division of Criminal Justice is distributing $3.5 million to over 500 New Jersey law enforcement agencies to purchase or replace body armor vests for their officers, Attorney General Paula T. Dow and Criminal Justice Director Stephen J. Taylor announced Wednesday.
Clark Residents Enjoy 4th Annual Italian American Feast
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CLARK — The Clark chapter of UNICO held its 4th annual Italian American Feast during the three-day Columbus weekend. The feast consisted of many of your favorite Italian foods, rides, games, novelty vendors, entertainment, raffles and so much more.
Benedictine Academy Students Walk For Breast Cancer Awareness
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ELIZABETH–Benedictine Academy students, faculty, staff and administrators joined in a Walkathon on Oct. 6, and raised over $2500 to contribute to breast cancer research.
Women’s Center Plans Anniversary Dinner
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ELIZABETH — Josephine’s Place is sponsoring its 7th Anniversary Dinner Dance on Thursday, Nov. 11, at Mayfair Farms in West Orange. A donation of $150 per person or a table of ten for $1,500 includes cocktail hour, dinner and live musical entertainment.
Edison Announces Holiday Bus Trip
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EDISON — The Edison Recreation Department is offering a bus trip to see the 2010 version of the Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall in New York City.
Poison Center: Fall Season Offers Great Scenery, Potential Dangers
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NEWARK — New Jersey residents often take advantage of the cool, comfortable temperatures of autumn to enjoy the beauty of nature and clean up around their homes. The experts at the New Jersey Poison Control Center are urging homeowners to be aware this fall of some potential dangers lurking in parks, in fields and yards, under leaves and in gutters.
ACT Announces Student Poster Contest
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IOWA CITY, Iowa—ACT kicks off its annual high school student poster design contest on October 18. The goal of the contest is to encourage others to plan and prepare for college. Winners will be selected based on creativity, visual appeal and overall impact.