Author: Greater Media

  • Mayor urges those in need to step up for fix-ups

    By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Volunteers descended upon this house in 2014 as part of Tooling Around the Township. Volunteers in Woodbridge have been bringing tears to the eyes of senior citizens, widows and others in need for 15 years — and they are gearing up to do it again. The tears spring from the…

  • High-schoolers help others overcome language barrier

    METUCHEN — Language skills are translating into life lessons for students at Metuchen High School. Teens in Spanish classes at the school are giving their time to two service-learning projects that are honing their skills while helping others. “Students benefit from the practical application of their knowledge of Spanish as translators for the local Hispanic…

  • Hopelawn marks century of volunteer firefighting

    By DONNA KENYON Executive Editor Well over 100 people gathered to celebrate the first 100 years of Hopelawn Engine Co. No. 1 and to honor former Chief Kevin Metz. Metz joined the volunteer department in 2002 through the Boy Scouts of America Explorer Post 8. He served as Hopelawn chief in 2014, when he also…

  • Summer softball teams to accept applications

    The Edison Recreation Department will accept team applications for the summer 2015 softball program through March 16. The league is open to all adults. A men’s league and a women’s league will be formed. The department is also accepting team applications for its new Friday night men’s summer softball program for those over 50. Applications…

  • Sayreville charity sets gala for March 29

    The Sayreville Association for Brain Injured Children (BIC) will sponsor its 20th annual Charity Ball noon to 5 p.m. March 29 at the Grand Marquis, Route 9, Old Bridge. The nonprofit organization provides year-round recreation programs for children and adults with special needs. Tickets cost $100 per person and include a cocktail hour followed by…

  • American Legion plans spaghetti dinner

    American Legion A. Leigh Pardun Post 459 will host a spaghetti dinner 4-7 p.m. March 22 at the post, 1015 Linwood Place, North Brunswick. The cost is $9 for adults or $5 for children ages 5-12, and includes salad, dinner, a beverage and dessert. For advance tickets, call 732-249-4147 or email [email protected].

  • MCAR raises funds and awareness in the fight against hunger

    The Monmouth County Association of Realtors recently completed its yearlong initiative to collect nonperishable food and monetary donations for The Foodbank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties. The Monmouth County Association of Realtors members donated and collected money at various events throughout the year and presented a check to the Foodbank for $4,663.80. “Fighting hunger in…

  • Fast and Frugal Pickup

    By Jim Gorzelany CTW Features The optional ‘EcoDiesel’ engine in the Ram 1500 affords V8-like power with top fuel economy One of many major success stories in the car business over the last year has been the resurgence of full-size pickups, with the big and burly Ram models from Fiat/Chrysler registering a whopping 24 percent…

  • Brad Benson Hyundai celebrates community with ‘No. 1 Because’ campaign

    Brad Benson Hyundai, the No. 1 Hyundai dealer in New Jersey, has launched a viral video campaign, asking members of the community to showcase their talents explaining what makes them No. 1. The campaign has created buzz by celebrating New Jersey residents and promoting a sense of community. Early submissions include a push-up superstar, wig-raising…