Alan Neuhauser, Patch Staff

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<b>Email</b>: AlanN&#64;patch.com

<b>Phone</b>: 908-875-7774

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<b>Birthday</b>: March 7

<b>Bio</b>: Alan was born and raised in Scotch Plains, and returns to the township after having graduated the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism in May 2010. There, he covered the Highbridge section of the Bronx; led the launch, design, and upkeep of TheUptownChronicle.com; and reported short- and long-form stories that ranged in topic from crime to education, health, sports, feature, and investigations. In May 2009, Alan graduated Vassar College, where he earned a bachelor of arts degree in history, with a focus on U.S. foreign policy. When not combing through declassified foreign relations documents, he competed as a member and captain of the men&#39;s swim and dive team.  He graduated Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School in 2005, and currently volunteers with the Fanwood Rescue Squad. 

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