Gregg Semanick-New Jersey’s IRS Spokesperson IRS.gov provides a wealth of information. You can access tax forms and publications; learn about electronic filing; check the status of your refund; calculate the amount of withholding on your W-4; and, request an online…
Fifth Grader Saves Cousin’s Life
RAHWAY – Last week, a Rahway fifth grader saved her cousin’s life by calling 9-1-1. Brooklyn Williams, a student at Madison Elementary School in Rahway, went to wake up her six-month-old cousin Mark Anthony Little, she noticed that he was…
Kean Tops Preseason NJAC Baseball Poll
PITMAN—After capturing the 2008 NJAC Championship and advancing to the NCAA Division III National Championship Series, Kean University has been selected as the 2009 preseason baseball favorite in the New Jersey Athletic Conference. Kean was selected to finish first on…
Hospital Offers Career Workshop For High School Seniors
PERTH AMBOY—Raritan Bay Medical Center is accepting applications now for an intensive four-day career workshop designed for students entering their senior year of high school who are interested in pursuing careers in the healthcare field. The 10th Annual Healthcare Connection…
THE UN-COMFORT ZONE with Robert Wilson
The Most Powerful Motivator I was abruptly awakened and told, “The house is on fire. Go outside!” As I ran out of my bedroom and into the hall my socks slipped on the polished oak floor. A guiding hand…
Tax tip of the Day: What if I owe the IRS?
Gregg Semanick-New Jersey’s IRS Spokesperson The IRS recognizes that many people are going through difficult times financially. If you believe you may have trouble paying your tax bill, contact the IRS immediately. To avoid additional penalties, you should always file…
Free Job Training Courses For Elizabeth Residents
CRANFORD – During the month of March, Union County College will be offering free job training courses to residents of the city of Elizabeth. City residents over the age of 18 are eligible to participate in this program. These career…
Colonia Teen Honored
COLONIA—Ayna Agarwal, a member of the Community Campus Edison Branch YMCA, has been named a top runner-up for “The 2009 Prudential Spirit of Community Award” in New Jersey. Agarwal also qualified for the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation…
Celebrating 100 Days
Celebrating 100 Days—A celebration of the 100th Day of School was enjoyed by Mrs. Shaffer’s first grade class at Saint Agnes School. The children participated in many activities, which included making a 100 collection, writing 100 words, doing 100 jumping…
Tax tip of the Day: Direct Deposit of Refund Puts Money in Your Pocket..Faster
Gregg Semanick-New Jersey’s IRS Spokesperson The IRS encourages refund filers to request direct deposit into a bank account for a faster refund. E-filing your tax return coupled with direct deposit is a fast way to receive your refund in as…
Ethics Panel Investigating Cryan
STATE—The Joint Legislative Committee on Ethical Standards voted unanimously Tuesday to pursue an investigation into allegations that Assemblyman Joseph Cryan abused his office by having legislative staff perform tasks related to his non-government post as state Democratic Party chairman for…
MS Society Promotes Awareness Of Multiple Sclerosis
STATE—The New Jersey Metro Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is asking everyone to “Move It” during MS Awareness Week to end MS now. Michael Elkow, president of the society’s New Jersey Metro Chapter, asks people to show their…
“Madea Goes to Jail” – Too Severe a Sentence – 1 & ½ popcorns
By Michael S. Goldberger, film critic When you were little and the cartoon’s protagonist didn’t realize who the villain was, it drove you nuts. You screamed at the TV, “Watch out, she’s bad.” Happily, the hero always heard you. If…