Author: JENNIFER AMATO
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North Brunswick students create innovative products for STEAM Tank Challenge
NORTH BRUNSWICK – Two of the four teams that competed in the STEAM Tank Challenge in Atlantic City this week practiced before the audience at the Oct. 17 Board of Education meeting. Administered through the New Jersey School Boards Association and the U.S. Corps of Engineers, the program encourages students in the areas of…
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North Brunswick police chief honored by Italian American Social Club
NORTH BRUNSWICK – One of seven children, Joseph Battaglia remembers traveling back to his grandfather Gaetano Bastardi’s house in New York after his family moved to North Brunswick when he was a child, visiting his relatives and feasting all day. “You don’t realize it at the time, but those were the best times,” he said.…
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Georges Road Baptist Church celebrates 175 years of engaging the community
NORTH BRUNSWICK – To mark its 175th anniversary, Georges Road Baptist Church is inviting community members to celebrate with its congregation. On Nov. 18, service will be held at 10 a.m., followed by a special dinner starting at 11 a.m. in Fellowship Hall. “When someone new comes into our church … people make every effort…
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Republicans try to gain seats on North Brunswick Township Council
NORTH BRUNSWICK – The two Democratic incumbents on the North Brunswick Township Council are trying to retain their seats during the general election on Nov. 6. Carlo Socio and William Lopez will be challenged by Republicans George Callan and Richard Pender. Republican Thomas Lichwa dropped off the ballot. Callan could not be reached by…
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Grant allows continuation of preservation of Pulda Farm in North Brunswick
NORTH BRUNSWICK – The North Brunswick Historical Society received a Preserve New Jersey Preservation Grant from the New Jersey Historic Trust to continue work at the Pulda Farm. This is the largest grant to-date – $21,375 – and North Brunswick was the only municipality in Middlesex County to receive funding, according to Michael Hritz, president of…
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Three seats available on North Brunswick Board of Education
NORTH BRUNSWICK – Four candidates are seeking the three available seats on the North Brunswick Board of Education. The terms of Anthony Brooks, Ingrid Dillon and Gloria Gonzalez are up; Brooks and Gonzalez are seeking re-election. Former board member David Brockman and newcomer Eman Arafa are also seeking the three-year terms. Election Day is Nov.…
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Taxes to increase by $66 for owner of average assessed home in North Brunswick
NORTH BRUNSWICK – North Brunswick Township is the first municipality in New Jersey to go live with the state’s new software program. Since North Brunswick is a fiscal year town, officials were able to introduce the municipal budget using the new PAST program on Sept. 17. However, since officials have been working with the state’s Division…
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Five residents seek three seats on South Brunswick Board of Education
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – Five residents are running for three three-year terms on the South Brunswick Board of Education. Incumbents Barry Nathanson and Stephen Parker are running to retain their seats; Peter St. Vincent is not seeking re-election. Magesh Kamalakannan, Mike Mitchell and Lisa Rodgers are also trying to secure seats. Magesh Kamalakannan Resident: for 12…
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Current mayor, former councilman vie for top spot in South Brunswick
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – The current mayor of South Brunswick is hoping to keep his seat during a campaign against a former councilman. Democrat incumbent Charlie Carley, the current mayor, has lived in South Brunswick since 1993. He is a professional engineer, professional planner and certified municipal engineer, currently working as a civil engineer. Over the…
