Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor

  • On Campus

    On Campus

    The following students at Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Florham campus, located in Madison, have been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2016 semester: Edward Ladym of Fords; Daniell Drabnis of Edison; and Aisha Kahn of Metuchen. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must carry a 3.2 or better grade point average out…

  • On Campus

    On Campus

    The following local students were named to the Honors List at Fairleigh Dickinson University’s Florham campus: Rachel Groom of Edison; Caitlin Anderson of Fords; Michelle Quijano of Fords; Chrysanthe Haliotis of Fords; Ashley Taneja of Edison; Sarah Cole of Edison; Colleen Burke of Ediosn; Nichole Altman of Fords; Sonia Giyanani of Edison; and Radhika Patel…

  • Snapple Bowl set for July 21 in Woodbridge

    Snapple Bowl set for July 21 in Woodbridge

    New Jersey’s most successful charity all-star football game, the Snapple Bowl, will once again be held with this year’s event July 21 at Woodbridge High School. The game will feature a clash between all-stars from Middlesex and Union counties. All proceeds — $535,000 has been raised since the game’s inception — benefit the Children’s Specialized…

  • Woodbridge prepares to host Snapple Bowl XXIII

    Woodbridge prepares to host Snapple Bowl XXIII

    By Jeff Appelblatt Kevin Coleman hasn’t been the head coach for Woodbridge High School’s football team for a single game yet, but the new coach is eager to make Woodbridge’s Nicholas A. Priscoe Stadium the permanent home of the Snapple Bowl every other year when it’s Middlesex County’s turn to host. The Snapple Bowl, an…

  • Edison considers tax hike

    Edison considers tax hike

    By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent EDISON — Residents will see an average tax increase of about $50 if the introduced budget, presented by Mayor Thomas Lankey at a special council meeting on July 11, is adopted. That bump to the municipal portion of the tax bill represents a 2.49 percent increase, smaller than last year’s figure,…

  • Local day resort offers New York-like essence

    Local day resort offers New York-like essence

    By Jennifer Amato Staff Writer For a touch of New York luxury closer to home, look no further than high-end spas in the area. “We have a little bit of everything. [It’s] like a New York City atmosphere in a local suburban area,” said Tasha Masi, general manger of Avanti Day Resort in Manalapan. “We…

  • Are you playing rate-lock roulette?

    Are you playing rate-lock roulette?

    Mortgage interest rates could go lower. Or not. Why waiting to see is a risky business. By Erik J. Martin Content That Works Many folks pride themselves on perfect timing in business and personal matters. But waiting to see if mortgage interest rates decline before locking in a rate can be a dangerous game. Attempting…

  • Fort Monmouth barracks to focus on arts

    Fort Monmouth barracks to focus on arts

    By Kenny Walter Staff Writer FORT MONMOUTH- A cultural center is being considered for the site of the former housing barracks in the Eatontown section of Fort Monmouth. The Fort Monmouth Economic Revitalization Authority (FMERA) issued a Request for Offers to Purchase (RFOTP) for the former barracks on July 1, with responses due by Aug.…

  • Seven surefire ways to attract summer buyers

    Seven surefire ways to attract summer buyers

    Take advantage of the warmer weather to show off your home By Erik J. Martin CTW Features Your real estate agent isn’t the only friend you can count on for help selling your home this time of year. Mother Nature also can be a powerful ally in the summertime – if you know how to…