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05/08/2008

SCOTT FRIEDMAN Claudia Morena, of Edison, performs the classical Spanish dance during a performance by the Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre at the Old Bridge Public Library on Friday. The event was part of the library's "First Fridays" program.

Data center plan moves forward in Old Bridge

BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

Plans for a corporate campus consisting of data storage centers will be presented to the Old Bridge Planning Board now that the Township Council adopted a resolution to allow it on the Crossroads tract. "This is opportunity knocking," Mayor Jim Philliips said of the project.

Senior residences sought for Kennedy Drive tract

BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

The owner of property in Sayreville's waterfront redevelopment zone is seeking approval to change its use from industrial to residential. Gillette Towers, which gave an informal presentation before the Planning Board in April, is asking that the borough amend its redevelopment plan for a 4.75-acre site on Kennedy Drive and allow 136 senior residences.

''Once Upon a Mattttrressss''

05/08/2008

PHOTOS BY CHRIS KELLY staff Left to right: Maureen Elford, 17, playing Princess Winnifred, introduces herself to the court during a dress rehearsal Monday for Old Bridge High School's production of "Once Upon a Mattress." The shows will run tonight through Saturday at the high school, Route 516. Kaitlyn Walker, 18, as Queen Aggravain, is set to place the pea underneath a mountain of mattresses.

Inductees with diverse backgrounds join Hall

BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

SAYREVILLE - The walls of Sayreville War Memorial High School are adorned with new plaques honoring the five new inductees into the school's Hall of Fame. The accomplishments that those plaques represent, according to Hall of Fame committee member Elaine Kubacz, should inspire students to strive for similar success in their adult lives.

New clubhouse a big hit thanks to efforts of many

BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

OLD BRIDGE - The Sayre Woods South Little League is enjoying some big improvements as its baseball season gets underway. Through the hard work of a number of dedicated individuals, along with donations from area businesses, the players and coaches have a newclubhouse to replace the makeshift one they used in past years at the baseball complex, Fox and Cindy streets.

Council expected to cut school budget next week

BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

SAYREVILLE- Borough officials will decide next week on cuts to the Board of Education's defeated $73 million school budget. The Borough Council hired an auditor to find areas that can be cut from the 2008-09 school year budget, which was defeated at the polls April 15.

Fees could be waived for seniors, disabled

BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

SAYREVILLE - Senior citizens and borough residentswith disabilitieswould be eligible for a discount on construction fees under a proposed new ordinance. The Borough Council recently discussed amending its ordinance governing fees for construction permits, and is scheduled to vote on adopting the amended ordinance at its May 12 meeting.

Police investigate car burglaries

05/08/2008

OLD BRIDGE - Township police are investigating a series of car burglaries that occurred on the same night last week. The suspect or suspects smashed the windows of four motor vehicles that were parked in residential areas within a mile of each other, targeting GPS navigational devices in each of the cars.

Stteppiin'' outt

05/08/2008

SCOTT FRIEDMAN Brendan Clark, 5, of Old Bridge, studies the footwork of Gisele Assi, of North Bergen, during a performance by the Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre at the Old Bridge Public Library on Friday.

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05/08/2008

SCOTT FRIEDMAN The Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre's artistic director, Eva Lucena, of Brick, leads Elena Reyes (right), of Westfield, and Claudie Morena, of Edison, during their performance at the Old Bridge Public Library on Friday.

Night at the Races to fight cystic fibrosis

05/08/2008

A Night at the Races Gift Auction to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and 3-year-old Anthony Silvestri of Old Bridge and others who are battling cystic fibrosis, a progressive and life-threatening lung and gastrointestinal disease, is set for 7 p.m. on May 9 at Sayreville Veterans of Foreign Wars, Jernee Mill Road. Post time will be 7:30 p.m.

Spaces available at Giant Flea Market

05/08/2008

Vendors are sought for the St. Lawrence Church Giant Spring FleaMarket set for 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on May 17 at the church, 109 Laurence Parkway, Laurence Harbor section of Old Bridge. Spaces and tables cost $20 each and are available inside the parish hall and outside in the church parking lot.

Event at Applebee's to aid firefighters charity

05/08/2008

Brothers Helping Brothers, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping families of New Jersey firefighters killed or disabled in the line of duty, will sponsor a Dining-To- Donate fundraiser from 4 p.m. to closing on May 14 at Applebee's, Ryders Crossing Shopping Center, Milltown Road and Ryders Lane, East Brunswick.

Watershed panel offering chemical-free products

05/08/2008

The Lawrence Brook Watershed Partnership is conducting an Organic (chemicalfree) Fertilizer and Home-Cleaning Product Sale from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays at the group's headquarters building, 85 Washington Ave., Milltown.

Vendors invited to sell at MTHS Yard Sale

05/08/2008

The Monroe Township High School (MTHS) PTO will sponsor its annual Giant Yard Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on May 17 in the parking lot at the high school, Perrineville Road. Spaces cost $10 each; fee will help support the PTO Scholarship Fund. Past yard sales have featured more than 50 vendors of old and new merchandise.

Library to celebrate Older Americans Month

05/08/2008

Avariety of programs will be offered at the Old Bridge Public Library Main Branch, Route 516 and Cottrell Road, to celebrate May Is Older Americans Month. This year's national theme is "Working Together for Strong, Healthy and Supportive Communities.

'Memories of Aprons, Cookies' to fill library

05/08/2008

Judith Krall-Russo will offer a presentation titled "Memories of Aprons and Cookies" at 6:30 p.m. on May 12 at the Sayreville Public Library, 1050 Washington Road. The apron, which has been in service for centuries, has been worn by both men and women.

Kurt Sutton to bring 'Mark Twain' to life

05/08/2008

The Sayreville Main Street Theatre Company will present Kurt Sutton starring in "An Evening With Mark Twain" at 8 p.m. onMay 16 and 2 and 8 p.m. onMay 17 at the theater, Garden Friends Early Learning Center, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville.

'High School Musical' auditions set in Milltown

05/08/2008

The Saint Genesius Players will hold auditions for "Disney's High School Musical" at 7 p.m. on May 9 and at noon on May 10 at Kaye-Lynn Dance Studio II, 23 N. Main St., Milltown. Callbacks are set for noon on May 11. The show, which will be performed from July 11-20 at Spotswood High School, Summerhill Road, will be produced by Christopher J.

Temple fair will feature barbecue, games, crafts

05/08/2008

BrisAvrohom of Old Bridge, 770 Madison Gardens, will hold its annual Lag B'omer Fair from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on May 18. The event will include game booths with prizes, arts and crafts, a barbecue and marshmallow toasting, face painting, balloon sculpting, a moon bounce with slide, a magic show and a grand raffle.

PTO seeks crafters, vendors for May 17 sale

05/08/2008

Vendors and crafters are sought for the Wilson School PTO Playground Sale set for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. onMay 17 in the school playground, 65 Dane St., Sayreville. Rain date is May 18. Space-rental cost is $15. Food vendors are not sought. Space is limited and will be assigned on a first-come basis.

Motor-Vehicle Blessing planned at Sacred Heart

05/08/2008

The clergy of Sacred Heart Church, 2264 N. Feltus St., South Amboy, will sponsor aMotor-Vehicle Blessing at 6 p.m. and after the 7 p.m. Mass on May 14 in the church parking lot. For more information, call (732) 721- 0040.

Tickets on sale for trip to Atlantic City

05/08/2008

Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church Men's Club will sponsor a May 20 trip to the Showboat Casino, Atlantic City. The bus will depart at 9 a.m. from the church, Whitehead Avenue, South River. Cost is $26, with a $25 return in cash and a $5 food voucher. All passengers must present their Total Rewards card to receive the return bonus.

Obesity, weight-loss surgery to be discussed

05/08/2008

An introductory seminar on obesity and weight-loss surgery will be held from 7-9 p.m., on May 15 in the Sister Marie de Pazzi Conference Center at Saint Peter's University Hospital, 254 Easton Ave., New Brunswick.

Sayreville youth invited to Fishing Derby

05/08/2008

The Sayreville Recreation Department will hold its annual Fishing Derby beginning at 9 a.m. on May 17 at Kennedy Park, Washington Road. The event, which is open to Sayreville residents ages 3-14, will take place rain or shine.

'Brain-Injury Basics' to be topic of discussion

05/08/2008

The Brain Injury Association of New Jersey will offer a free educational session titled "Brain-Injury Basics for Families in Middlesex County" from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on May 13 at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute Center for Head Injuries, in the Hartwyck Building, Edison.

Panic, anxiety relief will be focus of talk

05/08/2008

The Old Bridge Public Library Main Branch, Route 516 and Cottrell Road, will host an interactive program titled "Relief From Panic and Anxiety" at 7:30 p.m. on May 13.

Vendors sought for Level Club Yard Sale

05/08/2008

The Level Club of South River is seeking vendors for its semiannual Yard Sale set for 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 17 in the grove area of theMasonic Temple, 120 Old Bridge Turnpike, Sayreville. Rain date is May 18. Rental cost of a table and a space is $15; space only, $10. Tables and/or spaces will be available on a first-come basis.

Unitarian Society plans Festival, Rummage Sale

05/08/2008

The Unitarian Society, 176 Tices Lane, off Ryders Lane, East Brunswick, will hold its annual Spring Festival and Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 10. The event will feature household items, small furniture, glassware, plants, books, clothing, toys, baked goods, hot dogs and veggie dogs.

Cut-a-thon to benefit youngster's cancer fight

05/08/2008

Dramatically Different Salon, 491 Manalapan Road, Pelican Plaza, Spotswood, will host a Cut-a-thon for Christopher, to support the 3-year-old Spotswood resident's fight against cancer, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 18. Women's haircuts will cost $20, men and children (girls under 12), $10.All proceeds will go to Christopher's treatment.

Thompson mobile office coming to Old Bridge

05/08/2008

Assemblyman Sam Thompson (R-13) will sponsor a mobile office from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on May 15 at the George Bush Senior Center in the municipal complex, Route 516 and Cottrell Road, Old Bridge. Legislative staff members will answer questions, help constituents resolve problems with state agencies and assist those who wish to sign up for state programs.

Space available at E.B. Elks Flea Market

05/08/2008

Vendors are sought for the East Brunswick Elks Flea Market planned for 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 17 at the lodge, Oakmont Avenue and Hardenburg Lane. The event will take place rain or shine. Bagels and coffee will be available in the early-morning hours, and hot dogs, hamburgers and fries will be offered at lunchtime.

Advance tickets offered for St. Stan's Carnival

05/08/2008

Discounted ride tickets and advance Super 50/50 raffle tickets for the 2008 St. Stan's Carnival to be held June 18-21 on the St.

Lemonade Stand will aid pediatric-cancer research

05/08/2008

Michele Katora, a sixth-grade student at Hammarskjold Middle School, East Brunswick, will hold her fourth annual Alex's Lemonade Stand from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 7 at 2 Biernacki Court, East Brunswick, corner of Old Stage Road, across from Spotswood ShopRite.

Transitioning to be topic at May 19 SEPTA event

05/08/2008

East Brunswick Special Education PTA (SEPTA) will hold its next monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. on May 19 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. Principals Mike Gaskell and Mark Sutor will discuss the concerns and questions of parents of special-education children who will be transitioning to middle school and high school.

Fundraisers

05/08/2008

May 9 • A Night at the Races Gift Auction, to benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and 3-year-oldAnthony Silvestri of Old Bridge and others who are battling cystic fibrosis, a progressive and lifethreatening lung and gastrointestinal disease, doors open at 7 p.m., post time is 7:30 p.m., at Sayreville Veterans of ForeignWars, JerneeMill Road.

Hospice Care seeking hospice volunteers

05/08/2008

VITAS Innovative Hospice Care of the New Jersey Shore, Eatontown, is seeking individuals as hospice volunteers in Monmouth, Ocean and Middlesex counties. Volunteers give time to terminally ill patients and caregivers during a critical time.

Stardust to feature debut of children's musical

05/08/2008

Registration for Stardust,AMusical TheaterWorkshop forKids,will be held 7-9 p.m. May 12 in the auditoriumfoyer at Sayreville War Memorial High School (SWMHS), Washington Road. The summer workshop, open to youngsters in grades 4-8, will include lessons in acting and singing andwill culminate in the performance of a musical-theater production.

Farrington Lake cleanup scheduled for May 10

05/08/2008

The sixth annual cleanup around Farrington Lake will begin at 9 a.m. on May 10. Registration is set for 8:30 a.m. in the parking area at Bicentennial Park, junction of Riva Avenue and Hardenburg Lane, East Brunswick.

Chamber sets May 10 wellness, fitness expo

05/08/2008

The East Brunswick Regional Chamber of Commerce fourth annual Healthy, Wealthy and Wise Expo is set for 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 10 at the Brunswick Square Mall, Route 18, East Brunswick. The East Brunswick Health Advisory Council and the East Brunswick Recreation Department will join the chamber in presenting the wellness event.

Nominees sought for SRHS Wall of Fame

05/08/2008

South River High School (SRHS) is once again seeking nominations for selection to the South River High SchoolWall of Fame. The purpose of the wall is to recognize the superior achievement and performance of former SRHS students within various fields of endeavor.

Bible-study group to meet in Old Bridge

05/08/2008

Creation Study Group NJBible- Science.org will meet at 7:30 p.m. May 9 at Sayre Woods Bible Church, 2290 Route 9, Old Bridge. Topic will be "Is There Any Proof That God Is Real?"Admission is free of charge. Formore information, log on toNJBible- Science.org or call (732) 679-5989.

OLV Seniors to sponsor five-day Wildwood trip

05/08/2008

Our Lady of Victories (OLV) Seniors will offer a Sept. 22-26, five-day, fournight trip to Wildwood. Cost is $399 per person and includes bus transportation; hotel accommodations with four full breakfasts and dinners; and side trips to an Atlantic City casino, a whale-watching boat ride and a visit to historic Cape May.

Vendors sought for Flea Market/Yard Sale

05/08/2008

Vendors are needed for the St.Ambrose HSA Flea Market/Yard Sale set for 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on May 31 in the school parking lot, Throckmorton Lane, Old Bridge. Rain date is June 7. Space-rental cost is $20. Food vendors are not sought.

Tickets available for Columbiettes Scramble

05/08/2008

The Columbiettes of Immaculate Conception Knights of Columbus Council No. 4907 will sponsor a Scramble (Tricky Tray) beginning at 8 p.m. on June 6 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Crescent Avenue, Spotswood. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.

Tricky Tray to raise funds for mission trip

05/08/2008

St. Paul's Church, South Main Street and West Lakewood Avenue, Milltown, will host a Tricky Tray beginning at 7:30 p.m. on May 16. Doors will open at 6 p.m. For tickets and more information, call (732) 828-0020. Limited tickets may be available at the door.

OLOL School plans May 18 open house

05/08/2008

Our Lady of Lourdes (OLOL) School, 44 ClevelandAve.,Milltown, will host an open house from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 18. School tours will be offered, and registration packets for students in prekindergarten eighth grade will be available.

Spaces available at Giant Flea Market

05/08/2008

Vendors are sought for the St. Lawrence Church Giant Spring Flea Market set for 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on May 17 at the church, 109 Laurence Parkway, Laurence Harbor section of Old Bridge.

Safety-awareness fair coming to high school

05/08/2008

The Middlesex County Education Association (MCEA) will present its Pride in Public Education Fair from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on May 10 at Middlesex County Vocational and Technical High School, Rues Lane, East Brunswick.

Russian-born baritone will perform at library

05/08/2008

The New Jersey State Theatre's annual Bristol-Myers Squibb Artist-in-Residence programwill present Russian-born baritone Anton Belov in concert at 7 p.m. on May 17 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center.

Registration under way for vacation Bible school

05/08/2008

The United Methodist Church at Milltown, 47 N. Main St., will offer a vacation Bible school from 6-8:30 p.m. on June 19, 20, 23, 24 and 25. Children age 3 to sixth grade are invited to attend. The sessions will offer Bible stories, crafts, games, music and snacks.

Tickets available for Lions Doo-Wop Show

05/08/2008

TheMilltown Lions Clubwill hold aDoo- Wop Show, featuring the group Sidewalk Serenade, from 6:30-10 p.m. on May 10 at American Legion Post No. 25, JFK Boulevard, Milltown. Donation is $20 and includes the show, snacks and dancing. Therewill be a cash bar. The benefit will raise funds for the visually impaired.

Survivor urges passage of Heart for Women Act

05/08/2008

As a survivor of coronary heart disease and an American Heart Association Go Red for Women survivor ambassador, I'm one of the fortunate ones. Heart disease and stroke claim the lives of nearly 14,000 New Jersey women annually. Too many mothers, sisters, daughters and friends die annually from these diseases.

Suggests taking the 'sex' out of 'Middlesex County'

05/08/2008

Iwould like to urge lawmakers, senators and other politicians if they can think about changing the name of Middlesex County to "Middle County" instead of keeping it as Middlesex.

Don't solve New Jersey's governmental crisis by attacking environment

JUDITH STANLEY COLEMAN Guest Column — 05/08/2008

Whenever New Jersey has a governmental crisis - and they are commonplace these days - someone finds a way to take it out on environmental protection or open spaces. Our legislators in Trenton are suffering budgetary angst over whether to cut state expenditures to what taxpayers can afford or to forgo re-election by raising taxes.

Throng of readers responds to Sears service challenge

GREG BEAN Coda — 05/08/2008

Some days I come to work, click on my computer, and I can actually feel The Force flowing into me from my keyboard. That's the way it's been for more than a week, as readers responded to my Sears challenge.

For some, it's down to the lesser of two weasels

DAVE SIMPSON & GREG BEAN Red State/Blue State — 05/08/2008

A political discussion between Red State conservative Dave Simpson - a former reporter, editor, publisher and columnist - and Greg Bean, Blue Stater and executive editor of Greater Media Newspapers. Let us know what you think.

Mildred Wolf Gwizdak

05/08/2008

Mrs. Gwizdak, 85, of Sayreville, formerly of the Cliffwood section of Aberdeen, died May 3, 2008, in Summerhill Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Old Bridge. She was employed at Sunshine Biscuit Co., Sayreville, for 20 years, retiring 23 years ago. Prior to that, she worked in her family's business, Cliffwood Lumber and Plumbing Supply. Her husband, John J.

Tony R. Ferreira

05/08/2008

Mr. Ferreira, 26, of Old Bridge, died April 24, 2008, at home. Surviving are his parents, Antonio and Ermelinda of Old Bridge; a sister, Jessica, at home; and several aunts, uncles, cousins and other family members. Services were held at St. Ambrose Church, Old Bridge. Entombment was in Holy Cross Burial Park, South Brunswick.

Elizabeth Leahy O'Brien Arrants

05/08/2008

Mrs.Arrants, 86, of SouthAmboy, diedApril 25, 2008, in Reformed Church Home, Old Bridge. Her first husband, John J. O'Brien, died in 1958, and her second husband, JohnArrants, died in 1999. Surviving are three children and their spouses, Maureen and William Morrissey of Meyerstown, Pa., Eileen and Alfred D'Agostino of South Amboy and John J.

Ella Dunn Murphy

05/08/2008

Mrs. Murphy, 77, of the Cliffwood Beach section of Old Bridge, died April 23, 2008, in Bayshore Community Hospital, Holmdel. Her husband, John, died in 2007. Surviving are two sisters, Marie Novak of Wayne and Claire Bocchino of Belleville; and a brother and sisterin law, James and Dina Dunn of Belleville. A Mass was offered at St. Lawrence Church, Laurence Harbor.

Olga Mathews

05/08/2008

Mrs. Mathews, 96, formerly of Staten Island, N.Y., died May 1, 2008, in Madison Center, Old Bridge. Her husband, David, died in 1970. Surviving are two daughters, Joyce Muller of Old Bridge and Linda Scarano of Homosassa, Fla.; five grandchildren; and 13 greatgrandchildren. A Mass was offered at St. Benedict's Church, Holmdel. Entombment was in St.

Ethel Zion Karten

05/08/2008

Mrs. Karten, 85, of Old Bridge, died April 26, 2008, at home. A professional singer, she was an adult-education voice teacherwith the community schools inOldBridge, SouthRiver and Spotswood, and performed with Plays-in-the-Park, Edison, and other community theaters.

Michael F. Sisti

05/08/2008

Mr. Sisti, of East Brunswick, died April 7, 2008, in Saint Peter's University Hospital, New Brunswick. Surviving are his wife, Cecelia Musante Sisti; a son,MichaelA. Sisti, and his wife, Donna, of Phoenixville, Pa.; two daughters, Christene of New York City and Helene of New Brunswick; and two grandsons. A Mass was offered at St. Bartholomew's Church, East Brunswick.

Anna Nobock Zsak

05/08/2008

Mrs. Zsak, 93, of South Amboy, died April 26, 2008, in Barbara E. Cheung Memorial Hospice, Edison. Prior to her retirement, she was employed for 60 years as a seamstress with Harry Finklestine and Charles Komar and Son, SouthAmboy. Her husband, Jack, died in 1967.

Kevin R. Maurer

05/08/2008

Mr.Maurer, 57, of Old Bridge, diedApril 28, 2008, in Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick. Surviving are his wife, Karen Kompass Maurer; a son, Kevin Maurer Jr.

Laura Golaszewski Jensen

05/08/2008

Mrs. Jensen, 83, of South River, died April 20, 2008, in VirtuaMedical Center,Mount Holly. She was predeceased by her husband, Arne Jensen; by two sisters, Estelle Kanc and Jean Grosso, and by a brother, John Golaszewski. Surviving are a sister, Jesse Kronowski of East Brunswick, and 10 nieces and nephews.

Robert Schwartz, D.D.S.

05/08/2008

Dr. Schwartz, 80, of East Brunswick, died April 26, 2008. Prior to his retirement in July, he maintained a private dental practice in Rahway for more than 40 years. He was a professor at the University ofMedicine and Dentistry of New JerseyMedical School/New Jersey Dental School, Newark, for more than 20 years.

Sylvia Parrilla Geist

05/08/2008

Mrs. Geist, 74, of East Brunswick, formerly of Spotswood, died April 29, 2008, in JFK Medical Center, Edison.ARealtor, she worked, along with her sons Robert and Christopher, and her daughter-in-law, Jennifer, in the family business she founded in 1973, Century 21 Sylvia Geist Agency, East Brunswick.

Mary Catherine Tomasuolo

05/08/2008

Mrs. Tomasuolo, 86, ofMonroe, diedApril 15, 2008, in RobertWood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick. Her husband, Andrew, died in 2004. Surviving are two sons, Enrico of Jackson and Andrew of Staten Island, N.Y.; three daughters and sons-in-law, Carin and Richard Guarasci of Staten Island, Nancy and Paul Camapanaro ofMonroe andMarieDonato of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Going up for the block

05/08/2008

ERIC SUCAR staff Old Bridge's Giunto Paulo tries to get a piece of the ball during the match against North Brunswick on May 2 at Old Bridge High School.

South River golf team making strides

BY WARREN RAPPLEYEA Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

The youthful South River High School golf teamowns a respectable 9-11 and two of its players have qualified individually for the state tournament. Blake Adelino, a four-year veteran, and junior John Reda will both compete in the NJSIAATournament, which beginsMay 12 at the Town & Country Golf Links inWoodstown.

Old Bridge volleyball team ready for GMC, state tourneys

BY WARREN RAPPLEYEA Staff Writer — 05/08/2008

The Old Bridge High School boys volleyball team returned to its winning ways onMonday with a victory over South Brunswick that coachAndrew Hopman believes will help propel the team down the stretch. The Knights are 11-6 overall, but had dropped four of its last six matches, including losses to powerful Greater Middlesex Conference (GMC) rivals St.

Rutgers Roundup

05/08/2008

The Rutgers football team was ranked No. 22 inAthlonMagazine's Preseason Top 25 poll,whichwas released today on AthlonSports.com. The Scarlet Knights return 15 starters fromlast season's 8-5 squad that won the program's second consecutive bowl with a 52-30 victory vs. Ball State in the International Bowl.

Sports Shorts

05/08/2008

The Central New Jersey Silver Bullets Strikers U16 (Fall 08) will be holding tryouts on Monday, May 19 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. and ThursdayMay 22 from5:30-7 p.m. at Lawrence Brook field (48 Sullivan Way) in East Brunswick.