Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor

  • Barnes to be nominated as judge

    Barnes to be nominated as judge

    BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — In the next couple of weeks, it is expected that State Sen. Peter Barnes III (D-Middlesex) will be nominated to be a Superior Court judge. On April 12, Barnes said he received word from Gov. Chris Christie’s office that a notice of intent to make his nomination was…

  • Fundraiser intends on informing citizens about autism

    Fundraiser intends on informing citizens about autism

    By Peter Elacqua Staff Writer WOODBRIDGE – Doretta Helfgott of Woodbridge asks people in the area to enjoy a night of food and entertainment and to learn more about people with special needs. On Sunday, April 24 the Woodbridge Children’s Charity Fund will hold a fundraiser event about autism. The event, which will feature food…

  • Affordable housing in Edison under review

    Affordable housing in Edison under review

    By Jacqueline Durett Correspondent EDISON—How Edison will meet its affordable housing obligation was the primary subject of discussion at the April 11 Township Council meeting. At the meeting, the council approved a resolution accepting the township’s Updated 2016 Housing Element and Fair Share Plan, referring it to the Planning Board for review. However, the plan’s…

  • Edison remembers young man at riverfront cleanup

    Edison remembers young man at riverfront cleanup

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — Jonathan Baksh spent a lot of time at the Raritan Riverfront on Meadow Road. “He told me he wanted to make the area beautiful,” said Sally Yabra, recalling a conversation she had with her eldest son while sitting in the car at the riverfront. At that moment, Yabra…

  • Falcons still a top GMC team despite tougher competition

    Falcons still a top GMC team despite tougher competition

    By Jimmy Allinder St. Joseph Up until a few years ago, the Saint Joseph High School of Metuchen lacrosse team had to venture outside the Greater Middlesex Conference (GMC) in order to play competitive matches. Those days are long gone. Due to the explosion of recreation programs that have infused high school teams with players…

  • Coldwell Banker announces Middlesex County International President’s Award winners

    Coldwell Banker announces Middlesex County International President’s Award winners

    Hal Maxwell, president of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in New Jersey and Rockland County, N.Y., announces the company’s list of 2015 Coldwell Banker award winners in Middlesex County. The affiliated sales associates and teams who earned these international awards for their sales success in 2015 include: International President’s Circle (Top 6 percent of approximately 85,000…

  • Woodbridge girls track and field team keeps reloading

    Woodbridge girls track and field team keeps reloading

    By Jeff Appelblatt Every year, Woodbridge High School’s track and field squad sees some of its most talented girls move on to college, and yet, the team finds itself highly competitive each year anyway. “We have a balanced team,” head coach Jesse Angatia said. “I’m very impressed [with] what we have done.” So far, the…

  • HOPE4SPANDANA fund-raiser event slated for April 22

    HOPE4SPANDANA fund-raiser event slated for April 22

    HOPE4SPANDANA is hosting a fund-raiser for underprivileged children with autism on April 22, 6-9:30 p.m. at JP Stevens High School, 855 Grove Ave., Edison. The event, “Hollywood/Bollywood Blowout,” will feature music and dance performances by various groups and ensembles. The fund-raiser is open to the public. Cost is $10 for children and $15, $20 or…

  • Concert Band Festival slated for April 27 at J.P. Stevens H.S.

    Concert Band Festival slated for April 27 at J.P. Stevens H.S.

    Ten high school bands from around the region will be performing at the John P. Stevens High School Concert Band Festival on April 27, including the nationally recognized John P. Stevens High School Wind Ensemble. Six bands from Edison, Metuchen, and Highland Park will be participating. Awards for outstanding performance and musicianship will be distributed…