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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Middlesex County in week ending May 4

By South Middlesex Times | May 6, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending May 4?

By South Middlesex Times | May 5, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 4, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former South Middlesex Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6?

By South Middlesex Times | May 5, 2024

This former South Middlesex Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6.

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South Middlesex Times area weekly mass times

By South Middlesex Times | May 4, 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 Apr. 27?

By South Middlesex Times | May 3, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Junior Wins Udall Scholarship, Rutgers’ First Recipient Since 2004

By South Middlesex Times | May 3, 2024

Julianne Chan, a junior majoring in environmental engineering at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, has been named the recipient of the prestigious Udall Undergraduate Scholarship. This achievement marks a significant milestone for Rutgers as Chan is the institution's first Udall Scholar since 2004.Chan's passion for environmental issues and dedication to making a difference in her community have been pivotal in her academic journey. Growing up in Manahawkin, N.J., an area influenced by its proximity to bodies of water, Chan's commitment to environmental causes led her to...

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Mental Health First-Aid Training Shows Promise in Prison Settings

By South Middlesex Times | May 3, 2024

Rutgers Health researchers, led by Pamela Valera, have conducted a pilot study to explore the impact of training correctional officers in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) for adults. The study, published in Psychological Services, aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of MHFA in enhancing mental health support in prison settings.Valera highlighted the crucial role correctional officers play, stating, "Correctional officers serve as first responders, working around the clock in three shifts. They are often the initial point of contact for individuals experiencing mental health...

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Senior Nursing Student Inspires with Alopecia Advocacy

By South Middlesex Times | May 2, 2024

Stephanie Yuen, a senior nursing student at Rutgers School of Nursing, has turned her personal experience with alopecia into a mission to help others facing the same challenge. Diagnosed with alopecia at the age of 13, Yuen recalls the moment she noticed her hair loss, stating, "I decided to shave it off and gain that control."Yuen's journey with alopecia inspired her to advocate for patients and become a voice for those in need. She expressed her dedication by saying, "I wanted to follow in those footsteps, essentially advocate for my patients, give them a voice and just...

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FDA conducted inspections of 2 companies in cities located in Middlesex County in April

By South Middlesex Times | May 1, 2024

There were two companies in cities associated with Middlesex County that received two FDA inspections in April, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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As Federal Menthol Ban Languishes, Black Smokers Are Left to the Mercy of Marketers

By South Middlesex Times | May 1, 2024

After conducting a study on the deceptive marketing tactics employed by tobacco companies targeting Black communities, Kymberle L. Sterling, an associate professor at the Rutgers School of Public Health, highlighted the predatory nature of such strategies. Sterling emphasized, “Evidence shows that the tobacco industry engages in predatory marketing tactics and that companies push certain products on specific groups.” The study, published in Nicotine and Tobacco Research, revealed that many Black adults who smoke menthol cigarettes are unaware of the deceitful ways in which...

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The First Class of RBHS (2014): Where Are They Now?

By South Middlesex Times | May 1, 2024

It’s been 10 years since the integration of schools, hospitals, departments and divisions that became Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS), a mecca of groundbreaking research, leading educational programs and community partnerships. RBHS produced its first group of graduates in 2014. From a brain cancer doctor to a research scientist, a registered nurse to a Rutgers professor, here are seven members from the inaugural graduating class.Luis Alzate-Duque, assistant professor of medicine at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, shared his motivation for pursuing a...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Middlesex County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 27

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 30, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Former Business Owners Face Hiring Bias, Study Finds

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 30, 2024

Nearly 50 percent of new businesses fail within the first five years. Many former entrepreneurs apply for 9-to-5 jobs to get back on their feet, but new research reveals an unexpected obstacle: hiring bias.In a Rutgers-led study published in the spring 2024 issue of the journal Personnel Psychology, researchers created fake resumes and showed them to 219 people with corporate recruiting experience in high-tech manufacturing, software development, healthcare, and other industries. The resumes displayed virtually identical qualifications with one major exception: some of...

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Three Rutgers Professors Named Guggenheim Fellows

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 30, 2024

Three professors from Rutgers University-New Brunswick have been named Guggenheim fellows for their exceptional work in fields of creative arts and environmental sciences. The John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation selected these three individuals as part of the 188 fellows chosen this year from a pool of 3,000 across 52 disciplines.Among the distinguished scholars is climate scientist Robert Kopp, who has been dedicated to addressing sea-level rise and global climate change. Kopp, a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, emphasized...

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Activity in a Room Stirs up Nanoparticles Left Over From Consumer Sprays

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 30, 2024

Common household products containing nanoparticles could be contributing to a new form of indoor air pollution, as revealed by a Rutgers study. The research conducted by Gediminas Mainelis and his team at Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences found that nanoparticles from consumer sprays could be stirred up by activity in a room, potentially affecting indoor air quality.The study, published in the journal Science of the Total Environment, demonstrated that simply walking through a space where products containing nanoparticles had been sprayed could lead...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending Apr. 27?

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 29, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rutgers Senior Transfers Lessons From the Cricket Field to the Classroom for Success

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 29, 2024

Rutgers senior Deep Joshi, a professional cricket player and coach, has seamlessly translated the lessons learned on the cricket field to his academic success in the classroom. Joshi's journey from the cricket pitch to the university halls embodies the values of teamwork, dedication, and a drive for excellence.Joshi's experience in cricket, where teamwork is paramount, has significantly influenced his academic approach. He emphasized the importance of teamwork in both realms, stating, “Cricket is a team game of 11 players where they need to bond together to win the game....

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Rutgers Day Draws Tens of Thousands for Fun and Fanfare

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 29, 2024

Tens of thousands of people flocked to Rutgers University for the 16th annual Rutgers Day, a celebration of New Jersey's largest university. The event, which took place across multiple campuses, offered a diverse range of activities and entertainment for attendees."We are so happy the weather cooperated this year and we were able to return our wonderful Rutgers Day programming to the outdoors so that our visitors could enjoy the full breadth of our 500-plus programs," said Melissa Selesky, senior director of strategic events and programs for Rutgers Communications and...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Middlesex County in week ending Apr. 27

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 28, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Why Is the U.S. Trying to Force the Sale of TikTok?

By South Middlesex Times | Apr 28, 2024

President Biden has taken action to address concerns surrounding the popular video app TikTok by signing a bill that would force the sale of the app by its Chinese owner, ByteDance, or potentially ban it in the United States.Ellen P. Goodman, a Distinguished Professor at Rutgers Law School, outlined the concerns that led to bipartisan support for the bill, stating, "The concerns are threefold: the Chinese government could obtain data about American citizens, the app could be used to spread propaganda to American citizens through algorithmic amplification, and related...