Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor

  • Manalapan native authors career in children’s books

    Manalapan native authors career in children’s books

    By Clare Marie Celano Correspondent If Ross Burach appears to occasionally become distant while someone is talking to him, he is not being rude, he is probably just working, creating another of his endearing characters. Burach, who describes himself as an adult with a childlike side, is a writer and illustrator of children’s books. The…

  • Freehold board introduces $25.19M school budget

    Freehold board introduces $25.19M school budget

    By Matthew Sockol Staff Writer FREEHOLD – The Freehold Borough K-8 School District Board of Education has adopted a preliminary budget that will pay for the operation of the school district during the 2016-17 school year. Following a discussion among district administrators and board members at a March 7 meeting, a $25.19 million budget that…

  • Edison seeks participants for 54th Annual Memorial Day Parade

    Edison seeks participants for 54th Annual Memorial Day Parade

    Memorial Day may seem like it is many weeks away, but Edison is already making preparations for the town’s 54th Annual Parade to honor America’s fallen heroes, and it is seeking enthusiastic participants. Edison would like participation from: veteran organizations, reserve units, civic and community groups, youth groups, dancing schools, marching bands, school and youth…

  • Metuchen Chamber presents online marketing for business seminars April 5, 12 and 19

    Metuchen Chamber presents online marketing for business seminars April 5, 12 and 19

    The Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce 2016 Business Information Series continues April 5, 12 and 19 with a three-part seminar titled “Online Marketing: Making Social Media Work for You,” featuring communications expert Susan Wilcox of e-Dynamic Marketing. The seminars take place from 9 a.m. to noon at the YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge and South…

  • Metuchen seeks participants for the 89th Annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

    Metuchen seeks participants for the 89th Annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

    On May 30, the 89th Annual Metuchen Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony will kick off at 10 a.m. (rain or shine), hosted by Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Metuchen Savings Bank. This year’s theme is “Honoring Our Military Heroes,” with Metuchen’s Austin Banks serving as grand marshal. Banks is a World War…

  • Assemblymen to co-host job fair April 13

    Assemblymen to co-host job fair April 13

    Assemblymen Joe Danielsen and Andrew Zwicker will co-host a job fair on April 13 in Somerset. The event will be held at The Imperia, 1714 Easton Ave., Somerset, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Members of the public are encouraged to attend the free event and network with more than 70 recruiters for opportunities with…

  • Englishtown woman honored for service to community

    Englishtown woman honored for service to community

    ENGLISHTOWN – A resident who has worked diligently as a volunteer for 20 years to assist individuals and families in need was recognized for her humanitarian efforts during a recent meeting of the Englishtown Borough Council. During the March 23 meeting, Englishtown resident Pepsi Delcastillo Gonzalez was saluted in celebration of Women’s History Month. According…

  • ‘Big Wheels Day to be held March 30 at Woodbridge Center

    ‘Big Wheels Day to be held March 30 at Woodbridge Center

    The Woodbridge Department of Public Works and the Department of Recreation will kick-off Youth Month with the annual Big Wheels Day on March 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Woodbridge Center Mall. Youngsters of all ages can explore and pretend to drive all types of specialized vehicles, including Woodbridge Police Department vehicles and…

  • Asphalt plant seeking permission to extend hours

    Asphalt plant seeking permission to extend hours

    By Matthew Sockol Staff Writer MILLSTONE – The operator of a Millstone Township asphalt plant is attempting to extend the plant’s hours of operation amid concerns from residents who live near the business. The Stavola Asphalt Company, Old Bergen Mills Road, is seeking approval from the Zoning Board of Adjustment to extend its hours as…