Author: KATHY CHANG, Managing Editor
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Metuchen may consider pedestrian plaza downtown for safety improvement project; Mayor asks public to be ‘civil’ as they seek input
METUCHEN — A spirited debate has begun as borough officials seek input on whether or not to close New Street to Pearl Street and create a pedestrian plaza in efforts to create a safer intersection at Main Street and New Street/Hillside Avenue. “There are so many passionate perspectives on this topic, including very important safety…
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Old Bridge police report motor vehicle thefts, warn motorists not to leave vehicles running while unattended
OLD BRIDGE – After several motor vehicle thefts, police are warning motorists not to leave their vehicle unattended while running. “Unfortunately, such actions make easy targets for thieves,” police said in a press release on Sept. 22. “These thefts also increase in the colder months as people make quick trips to the store and want…
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Old Bridge remembers two of its own
OLD BRIDGE – A moment of silence was held to remember former Police Chief William A. Volkert Sr. and Donald Schuck, longtime member of the Cheesequake Volunteer Fire Company, at a Township Council meeting on Sept. 14. Donald Schuck Councilwoman Anita Greenberg-Belli said Schuck, who passed away on Aug. 23, will be “severely missed” for…
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Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce to voluntarily dissolve by end of year
METUCHEN – The board and staff of the Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce have announced a voluntary dissolution by the end of the year. “This dissolution is not an organizational failure, but rather a retirement,” the board and staff said in a statement on social media and through their email blast (eBlast) on Sept. 17.…
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Borough officials move Gulton Tract, Oakite redevelopment plans forward, excludes warehouse distribution facilities
METUCHEN – Borough officials are moving forward in efforts to preserve the access area to the vast Peter J. Barnes III Wildlife Preserve and prevent new industrial warehouse distribution facilities and truck related uses to move into what is known as the Gulton Tract. The Borough Council will consider the second reading of an ordinance…
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Fundraising efforts provide lunch for those in blue, helps local restaurants
METUCHEN – An effort to recognize “the courageous men and women of the Metuchen Police Department” has led to a fundraising campaign surrounding National Thank a Police Officer Day, which falls this year on Sept. 18. Residents Richard Menziuso and Stu Segal are leading the effort to recognize the national day in the borough, which…
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Main Street Theatre Company to perform first show in new Old Bridge location
OLD BRIDGE – It’s almost lights, camera, action as Main Street Theatre Company prepares for its first show – “Once Upon A Crime: The Trial of Goldilocks” – in their new location at Congregation Beth Ohr. Kevin Gunther, founder of the non-profit community theater’s (MSTC) Board of Trustees, said he expects “emotions” to “run high”…
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Edison Township Council may revisit ward system debate
EDISON – The debate over whether or not Edison Township should adopt a ward system of government may soon be back on the table after more than a decade. Councilman Richard Brescher has been advocating for the implementation of a ward system. “I believe it’s a good thing for Edison because I see what other…
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Twenty years later, We will never forget: Edison officials call for ‘spirit of cooperation and generosity’ after Sept. 11 terrorist attacks
EDISON – Officials called for the “spirit of cooperation and generosity” in the days, weeks and months after the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 as they reflect on the 20th anniversary. The “spirit of cooperation and generosity” was evident with the building of the 9/11 Memorial Fountain at Papaianni Park in the year after…
