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Rutgers develops firmer blueberry variety aimed at improving yields for NJ farmers

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 19, 2024

Rutgers researchers are nearing the conclusion of a decade-long project to develop a new blueberry variety that promises sweeter, firmer fruit for New Jersey growers. The research at Rutgers' Philip E. Marucci Center for Blueberry and Cranberry Research and Extension in Chatsworth is entering its final phase this summer. Gina Sideli, who directs the center’s breeding program, stated that only three or four samples out of thousands will be selected to proceed.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Middlesex County in week ending June 15?

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 19, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rutgers study finds disparities in post-hospice discharge outcomes

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 18, 2024

Black patients who leave hospice care and patients with short stays in hospice care are at increased risks for being admitted to a hospital after being discharged from hospice, according to Rutgers Health researchers. Their study, published in JAMA Network Open, examined patient outcomes after hospice care discharges to determine what factors contribute to transitions that lead to negative health implications.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending June 15?

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 18, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Middlesex County in week ending June 15

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 16, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 15, according to GasBuddy.com.

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South Middlesex Times area weekly mass times

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 15, 2024

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

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Middlesex County in week ending June 8

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 14, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rutgers expert highlights rising child drownings and emphasizes critical water safety measures

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 14, 2024

The Consumer Product Safety Commission recently released its annual drowning and submersion report, indicating a 12 percent increase in drownings among children under age 15 within one year.

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Rutgers study reveals teen strategies against excessive social media use

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 13, 2024

Teenagers are reconsidering the effects of social media and creating their own strategies to limit its use, according to a study by Rutgers University-New Brunswick. Researchers found that teens are crafting their own "frictions"—defined as moments of intentional pause—to resist social media designs that keep users constantly engaged. Older teens reported using reminder apps, calendars, and checking the time on their phones to control their social media scrolling habits, while reminders from parents were more influential for younger teens.

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Rutgers researchers develop "living bioelectronic" patch for treating psoriasis

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 12, 2024

For much of his childhood, Simiao Niu was troubled by psoriasis, a chronic and often painful skin condition. Sometimes, the prescribed ointment worked and treated the inflamed areas produced by the disease. However, he was never sure if he was using enough or when to stop treatment.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Middlesex County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending June 8

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 11, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rutgers seniors awarded scholarships for immersive language studies abroad

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 11, 2024

Alan Levita’s passion for languages is profound. He once dreamt of possessing a pocket translator that could enable him to speak any language in the world. "I quickly learned that you can't really learn every single language and even learning a second or third one is very difficult. So, I settled on studying linguistics because linguistics, technically speaking, isn't about learning any specific language. It's about learning how a language functions at its core,” Levita explained.

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Rutgers educator honored for support of LGBTQ students

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 11, 2024

Gary Santos Mendoza faced challenges finding acceptance as a queer Latino during his college years. While attending St. John’s University in New York City, he joined Phi Iota Alpha Fraternity, Inc., the oldest Latino fraternity in existence. There, he discovered that some of his fraternity brothers were also queer but not openly so. This realization highlighted the need for greater visibility and representation within the Latinx community.

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Cannabis does not hinder effectiveness of PTSD therapies: Rutgers study

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 10, 2024

Despite the risks associated with self-medicating for mental health issues, cannabis use may not be as disruptive to typical posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) therapy as once assumed, a Rutgers study has found.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending June 8?

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 10, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Middlesex County in week ending June 8?

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 9, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at two gas stations in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

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South Middlesex Times area weekly mass times

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 8, 2024

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

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Middlesex County in week ending June 1?

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 7, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 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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Study finds many cannot recognize proper installation of gun safety cable locks

By South Middlesex Times | Jun 5, 2024

Using cable locks to secure firearms can help reduce the risk of suicide and unintended discharges, but many people cannot tell if the devices are properly installed, according to a Rutgers Health-led study.