Author: Claire Reed, Managing Editor

  • Edison Arts Society sponsors shows

    Edison Arts Society sponsors shows

    A collection of the works of artist Maryann Martin is currently on display in an exhibit sponsored by the Edison Arts Society. The second exhibit in this year’s EAS calendar of events is available for viewing at the EAS Art Gallery, located on the third floor of the Edison Municipal Building on Municipal Boulevard in…

  • Spring II classes at MCC begin Feb. 16

    Spring II classes at MCC begin Feb. 16

    It’s not too late to start college. At Middlesex County College, a special “Spring II” program of accelerated courses begins Feb. 16. Courses are offered day, evening, and through the internet. “At Middlesex, we’re here to help you succeed,” said Brian Clemmons, dean of enrollment management. “We know you have a busy schedule so we…

  • Area Chambers of Commerce co-sponsor personal finance seminars

    Area Chambers of Commerce co-sponsor personal finance seminars

    As part of its 2016 business information series, Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce will partner with the Chambers of Commerce in Edison and Woodbridge to present a seminar series titled Personal Finance for Small Business Owners. The seminars take place on Feb. 16 and 23 from 8 a.m.-9:15 a.m. at Metuchen Public Library, 480 Middlesex…

  • Library announces senior status library card

    Library announces senior status library card

    Metuchen senior citizens, ages 65 and over, are eligible for a “Fines Free” senior status library card at the Metuchen Public Library, 480 Middlesex Ave., Metuchen. Senior library cardholders are exempt from overdue fines on materials that are checked out at the Metuchen Public Library. Metuchen residents must bring a proof of identity and a…

  • Edison residents air gripes about snow removal

    Edison residents air gripes about snow removal

    By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent EDISON — The Jan. 23 snowstorm brought to light some concerns residents have about how snow is handled in the township. They brought their concerns to the Jan. 27 Township Council meeting. Resident Bruce Diamond said he felt the town did a good job cleaning up the snow, but wanted to…

  • MCC to hold Casino Night Feb. 26

    MCC to hold Casino Night Feb. 26

    Middlesex County College is offering an enjoyable night of make-believe gambling on Feb. 26 in the College Center on its Edison campus. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; the games begin at 6:30 p.m. “This event will be a lot of fun,” said Veronica Clinton, director of development and alumni relations at the college and executive…

  • Black History Month presentation scheduled

    Black History Month presentation scheduled

    The Metuchen Edison Area of the NAACP will celebrate Black History Month at 7 p.m. on Feb. 11 at New Hope Baptist Church, 45 Hampton Street, Metuchen. The speaker will be Don Oliveria, who served as a Congregational Aide to the Honorable Shirley Chisholm and marched with Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Mr. Oliveria…

  • Community Game Night at synagogue

    Community Game Night at synagogue

    Neve Shalom Hebrew School of Metuchen will host a Community Game Night at 7 p.m. Feb. 13. There is no admission fee for children; adults are $5 at the door. Bring your own games or play one of ours. Light refreshments will be served. Members and non-members are welcome. For more information or to RSVP…

  • Hawks’ girls taking it one game at a time

    Hawks’ girls taking it one game at a time

    By Jimmy Allinder The secret to winning is not really a secret at all. A common thread among perennial winners is to take one game at a time, which was the lesson the J.P. Stevens High School girls basketball team learned Feb. 5 when it met Edison High School. J.P. Stevens is 11-7 with two…