The Metuchen Civilian Police Academy will begin on March 2. The free class teaches residents what it is like to be a Metuchen police officer through role-playing scenarios, officer ridealongs, and regular classroom lectures. The class meets Monday evenings and is open to Metuchen residents only. Call Capt. Robin Rentenberg at 732-632-8548 or Patrolman David Liantonio at 732-632-8547.