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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending Apr. 20?

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 22, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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NJ Students Honored for Academic Achievement in EOF Ceremony

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 22, 2024

Nearly 1,500 students, including 328 from Rutgers, were honored at Jersey Mike's Arena at Rutgers University in the annual Educational Opportunity Fund (EOF) Graduate Achievement Ceremony. Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway commended the graduates, stating, "Every year as we send into the world remarkable students like you, who have been given a valuable opportunity, seized it, and turned it into a college degree, we come closer to fulfilling the promise of New Jersey."Holloway, alongside Lt. Gov. and Secretary of State Tahesha L. Way and EOF Executive Director Hasani...

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Middlesex County cities: 9 companies received FDA inspections in Q4 2023

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 21, 2024

There were nine companies in cities associated with Middlesex County that received nine FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Middlesex County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 20

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 21, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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FDA: 2 companies in cities within Middlesex County received 7 citations in Q1

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 21, 2024

There were two companies in cities associated with Middlesex County that received FDA citations as a result of two inspections conducted in the county over the first quarter of 2024, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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Formerly Incarcerated Student Earns Degree While Building Career as Anti-Eviction Advocate

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 21, 2024

Efren Mercado, a formerly incarcerated individual, is set to receive his bachelor's degree in justice studies from Rutgers University-Newark after spending 30 years behind bars. Mercado also now works full-time as an anti-eviction advocate, helping families facing the threat of eviction. Speaking about his unique college experience, Mercado reflected on the challenges he faced while pursuing his education from prison, saying, "Just imagine me in my forties, hunched over a bed full of papers for hours, til 8, 9, 10 at night doing research in my cell. No typewriters, no word...

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Which former South Middlesex Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 21, 2024

These former South Middlesex Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.

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South Middlesex Times area weekly mass times

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 20, 2024

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

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending Apr. 13?

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 19, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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The Biggest Barrier to a Vibrant Second-Hand EV Market? Price

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 19, 2024

As early adopters of electric vehicles (EVs) trade up for the latest models, the used EV market is beginning to mature in the United States. A study conducted at Rutgers University–New Brunswick sheds light on the challenges facing the market, particularly for low-income drivers. Wei San Loh, a former graduate student of the Edward J. Bloustein School of Planning and Public Policy at Rutgers–New Brunswick, emphasized the disparity in the market, stating, “While the transition to electric vehicles is an important piece of reducing greenhouse-gas emissions, the market for...

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Rutgers Board of Governors Approves Blau Wellness Center and Mental Health Fellowships

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 18, 2024

Renowned clinician and Rutgers alumnus, Allan Blau, has made a significant impact in the realm of mental health by dedicating his life to helping young adults and adolescents facing emotional and psychiatric challenges. Blau's commitment to providing vital support for adolescents is evident in his words, "At every turn, I've asked, 'How would I respond if these children were my own – regardless of financial factors?'" The Rutgers University Board of Governors recently announced that Blau is bestowing an endowment to create a fellowship program aimed at training the next...

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Drinking Water Will be Safer Under New Federal Limits on Forever Chemicals

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 18, 2024

The Environmental Protection Agency recently announced new federal rules requiring water companies to reduce the amount of so-called forever chemicals – which have been linked to increased cancer risk and other illnesses – in drinking water nationwide.Robert Laumbach, a clinical researcher with Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences Institute, shed light on the issue of forever chemicals and their impact on human health. He explained that PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," are resistant to break down in the environment due to their properties and have been...

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New Jerseyans Divided on the Role of Firearms in Home Protection

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 17, 2024

New Jersey residents are split on the efficacy of firearms in providing protection against intruders in the home, as revealed by the latest Rutgers-Eagleton Poll conducted in collaboration with the New Jersey Gun Violence Research Center.According to the poll results, opinions vary widely regarding the impact of storing a firearm in one's home for protection. The data shows that 32 percent of respondents believe that having a firearm in the home does not lower the risk of an intruder causing harm, while 18 percent think it only slightly lowers the risk, 20 percent believe...

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Pioneering AI for Over 50 Years

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 17, 2024

Rutgers researchers have been at the forefront of artificial intelligence for over 50 years, with their contributions spanning various fields and applications. In 1968, Saul Amarel, the founder of Rutgers’ computer science department, wrote a paper that positioned him as a pioneer in the AI movement.Today, Rutgers continues to lead in AI research and education, with professors preparing students to be the next generation of AI leaders. The university is actively exploring ways to leverage AI in areas such as fighting crime, enhancing cybersecurity, and creating job...

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Ways Rutgers Is Shaping the AI Revolution

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 17, 2024

Rutgers researchers have been at the forefront of the artificial intelligence revolution, with a long-standing history of pioneering work in the field. According to Matthew Stone, a professor of computer science at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, AI technology is pervasive in our daily lives, powering everything from Amazon's recommendations to Google searches and financial trading.One of the key areas where Rutgers researchers are making an impact is in cybersecurity. Jie Gao, a Rutgers computer scientist, is collaborating with other top leaders in the field to develop...

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Benefits of Quitting Cigarettes During Pregnancy Exceed Dangers of Weight Gain

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 17, 2024

Quitting cigarettes during pregnancy may increase obesity-related complications for both parent and baby, but Rutgers Health researchers found that reductions in stillbirths and premature deliveries outweigh these dangers and speculated that nutrition counseling could increase the benefits."Cigarettes are a powerful appetite suppressant, so quitters tend to gain considerable weight, particularly when they are still going through withdrawal," said Morgan Dunn, a final year obstetrics and gynecology resident at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and lead author of...

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Five Rutgers Professors Honored as AAAS Fellows for Groundbreaking Research

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 17, 2024

Five Rutgers professors have been named Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) for their outstanding contributions to various scientific fields. These individuals are leading the way in cutting-edge research that aims to bring about positive change in the world and improve people's lives.Rutgers President Jonathan Holloway expressed his admiration for the honored faculty members, stating, "The five newly inducted Rutgers fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science are at the leading edge of research in neuroscience...

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Freeman Hrabowski, Educator and Civil Rights Champion, to Address Rutgers University Commencement

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 17, 2024

Freeman Hrabowski III, a renowned educator, mathematician, and president emeritus of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, is set to address graduates at the 258th anniversary commencement of Rutgers University-New Brunswick and Rutgers Health on May 12, 2024. Hrabowski will also be awarded an honorary doctor of letters degree on this occasion. President Jonathan Holloway expressed his excitement, stating, "I am thrilled to welcome our esteemed commencement speakers and honorary degree recipients to celebrate our remarkable 2024 graduating class."Hrabowski, known...

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Lea P. Stewart Appointed to the Richard D. Heffner Professorship in Communications and Public Policy

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 16, 2024

Rutgers University has appointed Lea P. Stewart to the Richard D. Heffner Professorship in Communications and Public Policy, recognizing her groundbreaking research in the field. Stewart, who is the director of the Center for Communication and Health Issues and professor of communication at the School of Communication and Information at Rutgers-New Brunswick, expressed her gratitude for the appointment, stating, "I had the privilege of working with Richard Heffner for many years. He was an engaged teacher, with a keen mind, who always challenged his students to do their...

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Surf Clams Off the Coast of Virginia Reappear – and Rebound

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 16, 2024

The Atlantic surfclam, an economically valuable species that is the main ingredient in clam chowder and fried clam strips, has made a remarkable comeback in Virginia waters, signaling a significant reversal of a decline that lasted for over twenty years.Daphne Munroe, an associate professor in the Department of Marine and Coastal Sciences at Rutgers University, expressed her surprise and delight at the resurgence of the surfclam population, stating, “It’s unexpected and it’s good news.” Munroe further noted, “They disappeared some time ago – we thought they were gone. But...