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| 22 Feb 2012 | 05:22

    Monroe Town and Planning Boards to met April 5 Monroe - A joint meeting between the Monroe Town Planning Board and the Monroe Town Board will be held Tuesday, April 5, beginning at 5 p.m. at the Monroe Senior Center on 101 Mine Road. According to a press release from the Planning Board, the agenda includes local laws, consultants and a discussion of the status and readiness for scheduling of all pending matters Monroe man wins $10,000 in lottery Albany - The New York Lottery announced earlier this week that Monroe resident Richard Wolyn won $10,000 in the Mega Millions drawing held March 18. In its press release, lottery officials said Wolyn purchased the winning ticket at the Hayward’s Deli & Market at 59 Orange Turnpike in Sloatsburg. Warm meals available on Wednesday evenings Monroe - Every Wednesday night from 5 to 7 p.m. volunteers at the Sacred Heart Parish Outreach prepare a warm, delicious, free meal for those in need. The kitchen is located at 151 Stage Road in Monroe. If you are alone, come out and share a meal with caring people. If you do not have a ride, transportation is available. If you cannot get out, the program can deliver meals. If you have any questions or need help, call 783-7840. Child care items available Monroe - Our Mother’s Cupboard is the sister program of Our Father’s Kitchen and provides diapers, wipes, food, formula and other baby necessities free to needy parents. It is the signature program of the students of Sacred Heart School in Monroe, many of whom volunteer many hours to keep the shelves stocked. The address is 151 Stage Road in Monroe. You can obtain many necessities by stopping in and picking them up. In many instances, car seats, high chairs, cribs, playpens, etc. , are available. If you have any questions or need help, call 783-7840.