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Get two free tickets to an upcoming Seton Hall basketball game
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November 26, 2012, 11:22AM
Never been to Seton Hall basketball game? Here's your change to go for free as part of their 'First Timer' program. All you need is a NJ driver's license and you get two great seats to a Pirates game...one time...on them. To get your two free tickets, follow the steps below. To get your tickets is simple: 1) Register by... Full story »
People are living longer, but not necessarily better
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December 14, 2012, 7:00AM
Over the last two decades, life expectancy rose to 67.5 from 62.8 for men and 73.3 from 68.1 for women worldwide, the study, published in the journal The Lancet today, found Full story »
Macaroni and cheese makeover: Update your recipe with trottole
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December 11, 2012, 1:30PM
Macaroni and cheese, pasta salads and other pasta dishes should be as pretty as they are tasty. Consider making all of the above with the showstopping pasta shape trottole. Full story »
Stop the killing. Stop the guns. Now.
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December 15, 2012, 11:14AM
It's time for all parents to stand up against a gun culture that enables the killing of our children. Full story »
The Top Wedding Dress Trends for Spring 2013
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April 23, 2012, 5:00PM
Photo: Conde Nast Digital Studio Five trends—color, portrait backs, peplums, lace, and convertible gowns—dominated the Spring 2013 Bridal runways, together signaling a new direction for the American bride. She no longer feels bound to virginal all-white palettes, as heralded last season by Vera Wang's black-and-nude collection which gave way six months later to a stampede of crimson creations. Other... Full story »
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Learn About Nature, Photography, Yoga and More at the Essex County Environmental Center!
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December 04, 2012, 11:41AM
A variety of programs are being offered at the Essex County Environmental Center during the month of December that will teach children and adults about nature and help them gain a greater appreciation and understanding of our environment. Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. invites children and adults to visit the Environmental Center where they can enjoy an... Full story »
Working against homelessness -- and nature
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December 12, 2012, 4:50PM
A dog found a new home just in time for the holidays, while a cat waits to do so. Meanwhile, NJ black bears, racehorses and birds are under assault. Full story »
Stop the killing. Stop the guns. Now.
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December 15, 2012, 11:14AM
It's time for all parents to stand up against a gun culture that enables the killing of our children. Full story »
Parenting: There's no app for that.
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December 14, 2012, 10:51PM
Who’s prepared to be a parent? Children are born, and the minute that happens, parents are born. It’s the most important job you'll ever have, but there's no exam to take or diploma to be given, no M.B.A or Doctorate to achieve. There’s no summer school or Cliffs Notes or Baby Owner’s Manual to cram. For parenting there’s only one type of training: on-the-job. And there’s no app for that. Full story »
Striped bass anglers enjoy a nice run
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December 13, 2012, 8:43PM
Though it’s been far from a great fall migratory run since Hurricane Sandy, there have been some hopeful signs for striped bass fishermen recently. Tom Morford Jr. of National Marine Electronics in Red Bank pulled another winner out of his hat on Saturday after a very slow day of blackfishing at Sandy Hook Reef. There were only a few... Full story »
African American women facing uphill fight against obesity
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December 13, 2012, 8:00AM
While 1 out of 3 Americans are overweight or obese, the CDC reveals a much higher rate among African American women, at 4 out of 5. Culturally there has been an acceptance of all body types within the African American community, perhaps leading to the now 80% obesity rate among African American women. The Washington Post revealed that while... Full story »
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Working against homelessness -- and nature
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December 12, 2012, 4:50PM
A dog found a new home just in time for the holidays, while a cat waits to do so. Meanwhile, NJ black bears, racehorses and birds are under assault. Full story »
No elf on my shelf
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December 12, 2012, 10:56AM
To: Elf on the Shelf Re: Go elf yourself I will admit that I am probably the only mother in America that has not purchased you to gaze eerily upon my family during the month of December. You became all the rage a few years ago when my son was a tot, but I just never gave in to... Full story »
Gifts for the oenophile on your list
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December 11, 2012, 11:35PM
And while you're buying, remember to gift yourself. Who deserves it more? Full story »
Holiday rage? It's all in the name
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December 11, 2012, 6:30PM
Fighting for parking spots, stampeding into stores, playing tug-of-war over the toy du jour, and lambasting the temporary holiday help for not serving them before the hundreds of people who had been waiting longer gives the line “Christmas makes you feel emotional” new meaning. Full story »
Sandy shows parents the importance of self-sustenance and emergency preparation
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December 11, 2012, 11:00AM
Last month I was trying to come up with a blog. I was torn between writing about a Halloween party at my house and Sandy, the storm bearing down on the tri-state area. As my family prepared to camp out in front of our fireplace I decided a family bonding during a nasty storm would make for some great... Full story »
Large amount of U.S. beef and pork exports in jeopardy due to chemical additive
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December 11, 2012, 8:00AM
There is nothing like a good American steak, a fact that other countries recognize. In the first 9 months of this year alone US sold $406 million worth of beef and pork to Russia, a trade that may soon come to a screeching halt. The US allows small doses of a chemical called ractopamine, a feed additive used to... Full story »
Anglers look forward to hift to northwest wind
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December 10, 2012, 9:01PM
Though the forecast for Monday was for southeast winds gusting to 30 mph, there was actually hardly any wind -- though you'd never know it from looking at the rough surf. The forecast caused party boats to cancel trips, but most will be back at it Tuesday with the predicted shift to northwest winds that should start reducing the... Full story »
The Dog Super Nanny discusses animal images of the holidays
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December 10, 2012, 11:00AM
These are the animals that appear on holiday cards all over the world during winter festivals and holidays, such as Christmas and Kwanza Full story »
The Speedster Ride Wallet will keep your new Christmas phone safe while on your bike ride
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December 10, 2012, 8:00AM
If you or your lucky gift recipient wants to upgrade from the perennial zipper-lock bag for toting your stuff while on a ride, then the Speedster Ride Wallet is for you. Full story »
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How serious is RGIII's knee sprain?
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December 10, 2012, 8:00AM
The Washington Redskins were lucky to squeak a win after what can potentially be a season ending knee injury for Robert Griffin III. If reports are true that the Griffin's knee is a minor sprain and he can continue to play, the Washington Redskins (and the entire NFL) are not only lucky, they just won the Mega Millions Power... Full story »
Bike JC closes out the year with a fundraiser for Liberty State Park's restoration
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December 09, 2012, 10:15PM
Come on out and raise a glass, have 'Jersey City's Best Burger,' and in the process give a little to the restoration of Liberty State Park, which was hit very hard by Hurricane Sandy. Full story »
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