Phones in Schools: New Jersey’s Debate on Safety, Mental Health, and Learning

Phones in Schools: New Jersey’s Debate on Safety, Mental Health, and Learning

Related Articles: Smartphones are as common as backpacks in today’s classrooms, but should they be? In New Jersey, that question is at the center of a growing debate among parents, teachers, and lawmakers, with serious implications for students’ mental health, academic performance, and safety. The Push for a Statewide Ban Earlier this year, Governor Phil…

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Dunellen Teens Take a Stand Against Underage Drinking

Dunellen Teens Take a Stand Against Underage Drinking

Dunellen, NJ—As prom and graduation season kicks off across New Jersey, students at Dunellen High School are taking an active role in promoting youth safety and discouraging underage drinking. Members of the Stop Underage Drinking Students (SUDS) group recently participated in the Sticker Shock Campaign, a prevention initiative that targets adult behavior and raises awareness…

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How to Protect Seniors From Financial Scams

How to Protect Seniors From Financial Scams

Related Articles: Financial scams targeting seniors are on the rise and they’re becoming more sophisticated. As a caregiver or concerned family member, understanding how these scams work is the first step toward protecting your loved one from emotional distress and devastating financial loss. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), in 2021 alone, there…

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Middlesex County Youth Win Empowerment Award at 2025 Incorruptible.Us Statewide Summit

Middlesex County Youth Win Empowerment Award at 2025 Incorruptible.Us Statewide Summit

Middlesex County, NJ – The Middlesex County chapter of Incorruptible.Us has been recognized with the prestigious Empowerment Award at the 2025 Incorruptible.Us Statewide Summit, held on April 5, 2025. The award honors the group for its outstanding efforts in empowering peers and inspiring positive change through advocacy for tobacco cessation and the promotion of healthy,…

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Wellspring Center for Prevention Celebrates 21st Annual Young Women’s Conference: ‘Shine Bright Like A Diamond’

Wellspring Center for Prevention Celebrates 21st Annual Young Women’s Conference: ‘Shine Bright Like A Diamond’

Middlesex County, NJ – Wellspring Center for Prevention hosted the 21st Annual Young Women’s Conference on Friday, April 4, 2025, at Middlesex College at College Center. This year’s theme, “Shine Bright Like A Diamond,” honored the resilience, brilliance, and potential of young women across Middlesex County. Held from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the…

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Creating a Substance-Free Home Environment for Healthy Kids

Creating a Substance-Free Home Environment for Healthy Kids

Related Articles: Creating a substance-free home environment is crucial for the health and well-being of children and teens. By understanding the risks associated with substance use, parents can take informed steps to protect their children. Statistics from the CDC highlight the prevalence and dangers of substance use among youth, with significant numbers reporting the use…

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