ANDREW MILLER staff Fran DeCarlo, of Monroe, leads the popular zumba class at the George Bush Senior Center in Old Bridge Monday morning. Some 35 energetic seniors signed up right away for the new Latin dance fitness program run by the Office on Aging. More photos, page 28. More ... Dems, mayor disagree on potential land buy Council eyes 3 acres across the street from boro's 9/11 memorial BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer       Some officials want to make sure that a 3-acre lot across the street from Sayreville's 9/11 memorial remains undeveloped. With the replica twin towers in mind, the Borough Council recently introduced an ordinance to seek title and possession of the Washington Road property. More ... Amber from 94M years ago is focus of discussion Nat. History museum staffer to speak about findings in Sayreville BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer       Some Sayreville residents and officials are on a different sort of amber alert than the ones Americans have grown used to hearing about. Efforts to preserve a privately owned, 159-acre tract, where amber dating as far back as 94 million years ago was found, are gaining support. More ... Arrests for underage drinking continue Local legislator wants arts center to run more family-friendly events BY DAN NEWMAN Staff Writer       In light of the recent ban on alcohol in all PNC Bank Arts center parking lots, state Sen. Joseph Kyrillos (RMonmouth/ Middlesex) has called on a Senate committee to review operations at the 17,500-seat venue in an effort to make events there more family-friendly. More ... Beatles songs inspire original production Music of Fab Four at heart of show coming to Sayreville stage BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer       Eleanor Rigby, Prudence, Sgt. Pepper and their pals will soon be coming to town. No, it is not the result of consuming psychedelic drugs. It is "A Day in the Life," an original musical whose story is told through Beatles song lyrics. More ... Pop Warner community rallies around local family Mayor's Trophy Game to benefit family of boy with cystic fibrosis BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer       OLD BRIDGE - Win or lose, the Raritan Bay Cougars can consider Sunday's game a victory. The annual Mayor's Trophy event will go beyond touchdowns and tackles to raise money for a local youngster with cystic fibrosis. "It's going to be a great day for football," said Nancy Weber, spokeswoman for... More ... Fundraisers       Aug. 30-Sept. 8 • Book Sale, sponsored by the Spotswood Public Library, during regular hours, at the library, 548 Main St. Hardcover books, paperbacks, children's books, audiocassettes, VHS videos. Paperbacks, 50 cents each or three for $1; hardcovers, 75 cents and up; VHS videos, $1. "Al... More ... Mill explains efforts to protect environment Gerdau Ameristeel holds info. session in light of concerns BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer       SAYREVILLE - A steel mill that is the focus of emissions-related allegations last week gave residents the chance to ask questions and learn about the operation. More ... Podiatrist pleads guilty to bilking Medicare       EAST BRUNSWICK - A local podiatrist pleaded guilty last week to defrauding the Medicare program and agreed to pay more than $1.2 million as part of a civil settlement and restitution. Ming C. Tung, 63, a township resident who practiced here and in Jersey City, entered his plea before U.S. Distri... More ... Town hall meeting covers risks of teen Rx drug abuse MCC, one of 10 in nation to get grant, holds meeting BY TOM CAIAZZA Staff Writer       Nearly one in five teens admitted to abusing prescription drugs in 2005 - more than any other illegal drug except one. More ... Bros. bring patriotism to the world of vodka Local man launches new brand in a bottle that 'stands proud' BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer       OLD BRIDGE - America has long been known as a melting pot. Two area men have decided to add a splash of vodka to the mix. Brothers Frank and Sal D'Acunto will release Americana vodka to the tristate area next month. The vodka, according to Frank, is a luxury product that will hold appeal for all... More ... Movin' to the music      PHOTOS BY ANDREW MILLER staff Top to bottom: Edna Vega, 68, of Old Bridge, dances as the sun peaks through the windows of the George Bush Center, Old Bridge, during Monday morning's zumba class. Sally Polce, 80, of Old Bridge, does the zumba in her red shoes. John Chimienti, 76, of Old Bridge, spins... More ...