Synagogue to hold open house July 26
      Congregation B'nai Israel, a conservative synagogue located at 1488 Old Freehold Road, Toms River, is holding an informal open house for prospective members, including interfaith couples, from 10 a.m. to noon July 26. The open house will offer a meet and greet with Rabbi Ellen S.
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Pastor of First Baptist Church retires
      The Rev. H. Regine Harding has retired as pastor of the First Baptist Church of Laurelton, Brick. The congregation celebrated her ministry of over 12 years with the church with a retirement dinner and a special church service.
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Brick Rotary installs officers, gives awards
      On June 25, the Brick Morning Rotary held its Officers and Directors Installation Dinner at Jack Baker's Lobster Shanty in Point Pleasant. Betty Lou Cox was installed as president. Also installed were: Gene-Ann Pesano, presidentelect; Diane Kozlowski, treasurer; Christine Caggiano, secretary; and Carl LaGrotteria, sergeant at arms.
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Business Briefs
      The Brick Chamber of Commerce has awarded 10 scholarships, for a total of $13,500, for continuing education in a variety of disciplines.
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