Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor

  • Howell couple considering plea offer in dog hoarding case

    Howell couple considering plea offer in dog hoarding case

    By Peter Elacqua Staff Writer HOWELL – The attorney representing the Howell couple from whose home more than 270 dogs were removed in June said his clients are considering a plea deal that has been offered to them. Attorney Raymond Raya, of Freehold, represents Charlene and Joseph Handrick of Bennent Road, Howell. On Oct. 14,…

  • New website streamlines information for North Brunswick schools

    New website streamlines information for North Brunswick schools

    By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer NORTH BRUNSWICK – The North Brunswick Township Public Schools website has a fresh, new look thanks to a recent redesign. Jennifer Aschettino, the instructional technology coach for grades K-12 and the web manager; Jennifer Diszler, the director of Curriculum, Instruction and Technology; and Martin Schneider, the technology coordinator, began discussions…

  • Macnow, Eastman run unopposed in Colts Neck

    Macnow, Eastman run unopposed in Colts Neck

    By Peter Elacqua Staff Writer COLTS NECK – Republicans Edward Eastman and Russell Macnow are running unopposed in the Nov. 8 election to retain their seats on the Township Committee. Republicans have a 5-0 majority on the governing body and for years the GOP officials have adhered to a self-imposed three-term (nine years) limit. Macnow…

  • Edison rolls out police bike patrol

    Edison rolls out police bike patrol

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — With the public’s call for more community policing in the fifth largest township in the state, the Edison Police Department is pedaling their way to answer that call. With asset forfeiture funds seized through arrests, Police Chief Thomas Bryan said the department was able to purchase four Trek hybrid…

  • McMorrow, Pelaia square off in Freehold Township election

    McMorrow, Pelaia square off in Freehold Township election

    By Matthew Sockol Staff Writer FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP – One Democrat and one Republican are seeking a three-year term on the Township Committee in Freehold Township this year. Voters will head to the polls on Nov. 8. Democrat Richard Pelaia is seeking the seat that is currently held by Republican Barbara McMorrow. McMorrow is serving as…

  • Immediate Care holds ‘Paint the Plaza Pink’ this month

    Immediate Care holds ‘Paint the Plaza Pink’ this month

    Immediate Care Medical Walk-In of Hazlet, along with participating Airport Plaza businesses, is hosting “Paint the Plaza Pink” for the month of October in support of breast cancer awareness month. The event aims to promote breast cancer awareness and education through sharing resources from the American Cancer Society and collecting donations for Making Strides Against Breast…

  • Allentown officials consider appeal in school tax issue

    Allentown officials consider appeal in school tax issue

    By Mark Rosman Staff Writer ALLENTOWN – The initial news regarding Allentown’s share of the 2017-18 tax levy that will support the Upper Freehold Regional School District does not appear to be favorable, according to municipal officials. According to information discussed during the Oct. 11 meeting of the Borough Council, Allentown’s property owners may pay…

  • Ghoulish haunts pop up in central New Jersey

    Ghoulish haunts pop up in central New Jersey

    By MATTHEW SOCKOL Staff Writer For anyone in the Halloween spirit or who just enjoys a good thrill, there is no shortage of haunted attractions in Middlesex, Monmouth and Ocean counties. In Middlesex County, the eighth-grade students of the Joyce Kilmer School in Milltown are presenting the school’s annual Joyce Kilmer Haunted River Walk. Entitled…

  • Three newcomers challenge incumbent for two council seats

    Three newcomers challenge incumbent for two council seats

    By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer NORTH BRUNSWICK — Incumbent Democrat Ralph Andrews will run alongside newcomer Amanda Guadagnino in the North Brunswick Township Council race against Republicans George Callan and Thomas Lichwa, all who will vie for two open three-year terms on the council on Election Day, Nov. 8. Four-term Democratic incumbent Ralph Andrews, 65, has…