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Which former South Middlesex Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8?

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 7, 2024

These former South Middlesex Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8.

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Historic Case Striking Down Party Line on New Jersey Ballots Shaped by Rutgers Expertise

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 6, 2024

Apr 6 2024New Jersey’s voter ballots may look very different in the June primary as a result of a lawsuit brought by Rep. Andy Kim’s campaign for U.S. Senate. A federal court judge recently issued a preliminary injunction striking down the use of the party line that groups all candidates running together on the ballot rather than grouping them by office they seek as is done in the rest of the nation. The New Jersey ballot has drawn criticism from a growing grassroots movement because it isolates candidates not endorsed by political parties in a less prominent position –...

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South Middlesex Times area weekly mass times

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 6, 2024

The following parishes in the South Middlesex Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Rutgers University - New Brunswick continues to mandate “COVID” mRNA injections

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 6, 2024

Rutgers University - New Brunswick in New Brunswick, New Jersey, continues to require “COVID” mRNA injections for students to attend their classes.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Middlesex County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Mar. 30

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 5, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Supreme Court Ruling Leads to Access Issues for Reproductive Care

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 3, 2024

The repercussions of the Supreme Court's Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization decision in 2022 are extending beyond abortion access, affecting non-abortion reproductive services such as in vitro fertilization (IVF) and family planning, according to a study by researchers from Rutgers Health and the University of Oklahoma.Perry N. Halkitis, dean of the Rutgers School of Public Health and senior author of the study, emphasized that the ruling has led to the loss of access to various non-abortion reproductive health services across the nation. Halkitis highlighted...

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U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Leads to Access Issues for Reproductive Care

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 3, 2024

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization in 2022 has had far-reaching consequences beyond abortion access, impacting various aspects of reproductive health care in the country. A study conducted by researchers from Rutgers Health and the University of Oklahoma, published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health, sheds light on the broader implications of the ruling.Dean of the Rutgers School of Public Health and senior author of the study, Perry N. Halkitis, highlighted the wider impact of the ruling, stating, “This...

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Law Professor Authors Report Guiding Federal AI Regulation

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 3, 2024

A Rutgers law professor, Ellen P. Goodman, has taken the lead in an initiative aimed at ensuring the trustworthiness and safety of artificial intelligence (AI) across various sectors. Goodman, who is also the co-director of the Rutgers Institute for Information Policy and Law, collaborated with the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to develop a report guiding federal AI regulation.The recently released Artificial Intelligence Accountability Policy Report authored by Professor Goodman emphasizes the importance of transparency, independent...

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Learn About DEI Campus Climate Survey Results

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 3, 2024

On April 8, the university's first Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Campus Climate Survey results will be discussed at a webinar led by Enobong (Anna) Branch, senior vice president for equity at Rutgers. The survey, which received 12,725 responses from nearly 77,000 eligible faculty, staff, and students, aimed to gauge perspectives on diversity, equity, and inclusion across the university.According to Branch, "The survey results show a university in progress and reflect the journey we are on." The findings will help establish a baseline understanding of the climate at...

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Depression During Pregnancy is Tied to Increased Emergency Department Visits for Infants After Birth

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 3, 2024

A recent study conducted by Rutgers Health has found that perinatal depressive symptoms in new mothers are linked to higher emergency room visits for their infants. The research, published in Health Affairs, highlights the impact of perinatal mental health conditions on infants' healthcare utilization in the first year of life.Slawa Rokicki, an assistant professor at the Rutgers School of Public Health, led the study and emphasized the implications for Medicaid beneficiaries. Rokicki stated, "The large disparities among Medicaid beneficiaries suggest opportunities for...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Middlesex County in week ending Mar. 30

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 2, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Revisiting The Soiling of Old Glory: An Iconic Image of the Civil Rights Movement

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 2, 2024

The Pulitzer Prize-Winning photo, The Soiling of Old Glory, was taken by newspaper photographer Stanley Forman on April 5, 1976 in Boston during a protest against the city's plan to desegregate its public schools Courtsey of Louis MasurNearly 50 years ago during a protest against Boston’s plan to desegregate its public schools, newspaper photographer Stanley Forman snapped a picture that came to symbolize the country’s racial division. The image depicting a white protester using an American flag to attack a Black man taken on April 5, 1976, ran in newspapers nationwide and...

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Rutgers–New Brunswick Appoints New Dean to School of Management and Labor Relations

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 2, 2024

Mark Anner, an internationally recognized scholar of workers’ rights in supply chains, has been appointed dean for the School of Management and Labor Relations (SMLR) at Rutgers University–New Brunswick. Anner, currently a professor at Pennsylvania State University, expressed his excitement about his new role, stating, “I am honored to join the distinguished faculty and the outstanding students and staff of the School of Management and Labor Relations.”Rutgers–New Brunswick Chancellor Francine Conway praised the selection of Anner, highlighting his expertise in the field...

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FDA: 1 company in cities within Middlesex County received 2 citations in March

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 1, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Middlesex County that received FDA citations as a result of one inspection conducted in the county in March, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Middlesex County cities: 1 company received an FDA inspection in March

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 1, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Middlesex County that received an FDA inspection in March, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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In a Marathon Reading of Milton’s “Paradise Lost,” Art Will Mirror Nature

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 1, 2024

English Professor Ann Baynes Coiro, a Milton scholar in the Rutgers School of Arts and Sciences, has organized an eclipse read-a-thon of "Paradise Lost" on the New Brunswick campus on April 8. The event aims to mark this year’s solar eclipse in a unique way by reciting lines from John Milton’s epic poem which explores the battle between goodness and evil.Coiro highlighted the relevance of the poem to college-age students, stating, “It’s a perfect poem for somebody who’s 20 or 21 or 22.” She emphasized the depth of discussions her students have had around the masterpiece,...

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How Did April Fools' Day Get Started?

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 1, 2024

Today is April Fools' Day, a day filled with pranks and practical jokes. According to Angus Kress Gillespie, a folklorist and professor of American studies, the origins of this lighthearted day can be traced back to the 1500s in France.In those days, the Julian calendar was replaced by the Gregorian calendar, shifting the start of the new year from April 1 to January 1. However, not everyone received the memo about the change, leading to confusion and ridicule for those who continued to celebrate the new year on April 1. They were mockingly called April Fools.The...

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Here Comes Rutgers Day

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 1, 2024

Rutgers Day, the annual celebration at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, is just around the corner, scheduled for April 27. According to Melissa Selesky, senior director of strategic events and programs for Rutgers Communications and Marketing, the event is a great opportunity to connect with the community and enjoy all that the state university has to offer. She mentioned, "There's something for every age and interest. It’s a great day to come and enjoy all the wonderful things your state university has to offer."One of the exciting changes for this year's Rutgers Day is...

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Alumna Creates Award-Winning Web Resource for Reproductive Rights

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 1, 2024

Website designer Heather Pinheiro was recently honored with the 2022 365: AIGA Year in Design award for her website, Power + Voice, which serves as a valuable resource for individuals seeking information on reproductive rights access. The website also provides insights into the history of the Roe v. Wade case.In her own words, Pinheiro shared the personal motivation behind her award-winning project, stating, "My grandmother was a passionate human rights activist... I had always admired her for paving the way not just for her own family, but for all women." Reflecting on...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending Mar. 30?

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 1, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 30, according to GasBuddy.com.