Author: Central Jersey

  • MANSFIELD: Residents reminded of light obstruction during snowstorms

    In advance of last week’s snowstorm, police reminded the public that traffic lights equipped with energy efficient LED bulbs put out less heat and as a result can become obstructed MANSFIELD — In advance of last week’s snowstorm, police reminded the public that traffic lights equipped with energy efficient LED bulbs put out less heat…

  • EAST WINDSOR: POLICE BLOTTER

    East Windsor    Tirera Cruz, 20, of Lawrence Township and Rasheena Jefferson, 27, of Trenton were arrested and charged with shoplifting at 3:12 p.m. Jan. 4 after police said they left Walmart on Route 130 without paying for $849 worth of baby formula. They were released pending court appearances. * * *    A 15-eyar-old East Windsor…

  • ROBBINSVILLE: Mayor vetoes cable renewal

    Mayor cites lack of competition, loss of WCBS Channel 2 by James McEvoy, Managing Editor ROBBINSVILLE — Mayor Dave Fried announced Monday his veto of a cable franchise ordinance recently adopted by the Township Committee, which authorized a 10-year cable franchise renewal with Cablevision.    In a letter to Township clerk Michelle Seigfried dated Jan. 6,…

  • LETTER: Gov. Christie favors illegal behavior

    To the editor:    Gov. Chris Christie has signed a bill that will allow the children of illegal immigrants to pay New Jersey’s in-state rates to go to the state’s colleges and universities.    Published articles reporting the event quote those favoring the bill, even quote illegal immigrants themselves, but as usual do not quote anyone opposing…

  • Calling all coaches

    We want your team’s info! If your team isn’t here, let us know. Better yet, send us a brief write up about your team, a recent game, or a bio of a great player or coach. We love photos, too. Send your material to [email protected] or to  [email protected].

  • Local Educator Named Hope Street Group National Teacher Fellow

    Maureena Thompson Michael Dunlea, of Ocean Acres Elementary School in Stafford Township, NJ, will spend 2014 advocating for the elevation of the teaching profession FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Contact:  Maureena Thompson Senior Associate, Outreach & Communications (805) 748-2272 [email protected] January 8, 2014 – (Washington, DC) – Michael Dunlea, a Second Grade Teacher at Ocean Acres…

  • PLUMSTED: Audit reveals clean bill

    At its final meeting of 2013 the Plumsted Township Board of Education received a clean financial bill of health. by Kayla Marsh, Special Writer PLUMSTED — At its final meeting of 2013 the Plumsted Township Board of Education received a clean financial bill of health.    At the Dec. 11 meeting Scott Frueh, of the firm…

  • SOUTH BRUNSWICK; SBHS hosts winter concert

    SOUTH BRUNSWICK; SBHS hosts winter concert

    The South Brunswick High School band ensembles performed its annual winter concert Dec. 11-12. By Kelly Mascarenhas, senior, Viking Vibe Staff The South Brunswick High School band ensembles performed its annual winter concert Dec. 11-12.    Standout performances included the wind ensemble’s processional piece with the chorus, conducted by band director Mark Kraft and choral director…

  • SOUTH BRUNSWICK: BOE: Azra Baig takes seat, Daniel Boule elected VP

    SOUTH BRUNSWICK: BOE: Azra Baig takes seat, Daniel Boule elected VP

    Azra Baig, a local community activist, freelance reporter and mother of two school-aged daughters, has taken her seat on the South Brunswick Board of Education. By Ed Birch, Special Writer Azra Baig, a local community activist, freelance reporter and mother of two school-aged daughters, has taken her seat on the South Brunswick Board of Education.…