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MACKENZIE FITCHETT

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Preschool program overwhelmed with applications

The Monroe Township preschool program has received 300 applications for just 44 spots, and the school district is now seeking a grant that will enable it to grow enrollment. “I…

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As their center remains closed, township seniors gather in person

Unable to gather for more than 18 months, members of the township’s senior center were welcomed with a picnic at Washington Lake Park on June 10 that drew more than…

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Williamstown nonprofit wants to recognize awesome teens

A Williamstown nonprofit wants to find extraordinary teens and celebrate the work they’ve done through other organizations, the local community and in achieving personal life goals. The Teen Character Awards…

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Sam’s Club hosts barbecue to thank first responders

Sam’s Club in Williamstown hosted a barbecue on June 4 to thank local first responders for their service during the pandemic. “First responders did a lot for us over COVID,”…

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High-school kiosks offer students options and free time

Washington Township High School has welcomed Cruising Cafe kiosks to its lunch periods as a way to serve food while providing students with more freedom and choices.   “This would have…

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Monroe schools offer vaccines to students ages 12 to 15

Monroe Township Public Schools teamed with Inspira Health to administer over 100 vaccines to students ages 12 through 15 at Williamstown High School on June 3. “We are following the…

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Walking club welcomes township seniors outdoors

Washington Township’s office of community affairs has formed a free walking club for seniors that meets every Tuesday at Washington Lake Park.  With the senior center still closed, the township…

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Wrestling company plans for an epic comeback

Local wrestling company Inter Species Wrestling is planning an epic comeback event in Williamstown after last year’s following was nearly wiped out by COVID.   “We had our biggest year…

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Rotary hosts 12th annual comedy night

The Williamstown Sunrise Rotary Club will host its 12th annual Comedy Night on Friday, June 18, at The Estates at Monroe. The Rotary has hosted the event for 12 years…

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Bunker Hill Middle School yearbook club earns bronze award

The Bunker Hill Middle School yearbook club has received the Jostens 2021 national excellence award for its “Harry Potter”-themed yearbook. The program of excellence honor started in 2015 and recognizes…

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