Daily Archives: June 5, 2012

Union County College offering class on how to be a voice-over success

Instant Decision Day will be held today, Wednesday, June 27, 2012 from 2 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The EOF Program will be hosting “Instant Decision Day” on the Cranford Campus.

CRANFORD – This summer, Union County College’s Division of Continuing Education is offering a class entitled, “You’re on the Air: How to Really Make it in Voice-Overs!” “Voice-Overs” are hot today and you don’t have to be an actor to get voice-over work. You’ll learn about an exciting, new way to get around the...
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Oscar Ocasio, In His Own Words Paid for by Keep the Progress Going

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Oscar Ocasio, the former Director of Planning and Community Development for the City of Elizabeth, resigned in disgrace after being accused of trying to coerce a local developer that received millions in Federal funding from the City of Elizabeth, to purchase a property that Ocasio was a super secret partner in. In exchange for...
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Benedictine Academy Sports Awards Night

By Neva Shari T

There is a common thread woven through the lives of Ariana Taveras, Andrea Mendoza and Dinh Do. All three young women, who recently graduated from Benedictine Academy (BA) in Elizabeth, have proven to be exceptional when it comes to academics, giftedness and personal accomplishment.

Benedictine Academy in Elizabeth held its annual “Sports Awards Night” on May 17 at the all-female Catholic college prep high school. Players from the school’s sports teams were recognized for their many talents and contributions during this past academic year.
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Local Youth Has Wish Granted That Will Lead To A Career

By Neva Shari T

Shawanna Hicks, a member of Community Access Unlimited, recently had her wish for driving lessons filled as one of 30 recipients of wishes granted through the “30 Wishes. 30 Cities. 30 Days.” program One Simple Wish held in May in coordination with National Foster Care Awareness Month. Photo Courtesy of Community Access Unlimited

It may take a star to wish upon but sometimes delivery comes in an RV. That was how a local youth had her wish come true when she was one of 30 recipients of granted wishes in May courtesy of the nonprofit One Simple Wish.
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St. Mary of the Assumption High School in Elizabeth holds 82nd Commencement Ceremony on June 1

By Neva Shari T

St. Mary of the Assumption High School, Elizabeth, held its 82nd commencement ceremony on Friday, June 1. Diplomas were awarded to 69 students by Msgr. Robert Harrington, Pastor, and Ms. Janet Malko, Principal. St. Mary of the Assumption Church was the setting for the Baccalaureate Mass in the morning, as well as for the graduation ceremony Friday evening. Class Night was held on Tuesday, May 29, at The Westwood, Garwood.

St. Mary of the Assumption High School, Elizabeth, held its 82nd commencement ceremony on Friday, June 1.
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Doctor Denies HIV+ Man Meds “For Going Against God’s Will”

By Neva Shari T

Joao Simoes, gay and HIV+, is suing Trinitas Regional Medical Center in Elizabeth, NJ for denying him his HIV medications purely “for going against God’s will.” His sister was also denied visitation right.
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Bill Rybak Exhibit In Tomasulo Gallery At Union County College

By Neva Shari T

From June 7 to July 12, the public is invited to view “The Once and Future City” by artist Bill Rybak in the Tomasulo Gallery at Union County College. The exhibition is inspired by the City and urban infrastructure.

"Boardwalk" by Bill Rybak. From June 7 to July 12, the public is invited to view “The Once and Future City” by artist Bill Rybak in the Tomasulo Gallery at Union County College. The exhibition is inspired by the City and urban infrastructure.
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