Author: VASHTI HARRIS, Staff Writer
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South River council will submit N.J. grant applicant for library upgrades
SOUTH RIVER–Seeking funding for various improvements, the Borough Council approved a resolution authorizing the South River Public Library to submit a New Jersey Library Construction Bond Act application. “[This] would allow for a 50% matching grant money for certain types of projects within the library. Most of the libraries in the state have been feverishly…
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East Brunswick Library goes virtual during COVID-19 crisis; no reopening confirmed
EAST BRUNSWICK–The East Brunswick Public Library closed its facilities to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. However, that didn’t stop library staff from finding ways to provide library services to the community. “The library has been closed for over two months,” Interim Library Director Melissa Kuzma said in a prepared statement. “I still can’t believe…
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Matawan council members introduce $13.4 million municipal budget
MATAWAN – The Borough Council has introduced a $13.41 million municipal budget to fund Matawan’s operations and services during 2020. Council members introduced the budget on May 19 and set June 16 as the date of the public hearing. The council may vote to adopt the budget following the public hearing. The proposed $13.41 million…
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East Brunswick council endorses $8.7M library expansion project
EAST BRUNSWICK–The Township Council approved a resolution in support of the East Brunswick Public Library’s anticipated $8.7 million expansion project. The library Board of Trustees proposed improvements, renovations and re-purposing within the library facility and construction of additional space featuring an adult quiet reading room and a teen meeting space, according to the council. The…
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Firm appointed to begin architectural plans for East Brunswick Senior Center’s roof project
EAST BRUNSWICK–The Township Council approved a resolution authorizing DMR Architects to provide architectural design services for the East Brunswick Senior Center’s roof replacement. The company had submitted a proposal for architectural services which is recommended by the township’s Planning and Engineering Department, according to the council agenda. Business Administrator Joseph Criscuolo said the roof is…
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East Brunswick Council loosens restrictions for restaurants’ outdoor seating
EAST BRUNSWICK–Seeking to help eateries safely regain their customers, the Township Council approved a resolution allowing outdoor seating for restaurants located in East Brunswick. Mayor Brad Cohen said Gov. Phil Murphy announced the state’s four-stage system to reopen the state and how it will move forward; however, the timeline from getting to each stage is…
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South River superintendent explores graduation options for 12th graders
SOUTH RIVER–Superintendent Sylvia Zircher announced the South River Public School District is exploring the possibility of having a car assembly ceremony for South River High School’s graduating seniors. “The district has announced and confirmed that a virtual graduation will be taking place. I am working with local officials and the community to explore options for…
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South River council adopts $18.66 million budget for 2020
SOUTH RIVER – The Borough Council has adopted an $18.66 million budget to fund the operation of South River during 2020. The budget was adopted during a meeting on May 11. According to a document posted on the borough’s website, South River’s residential and commercial property owners will pay a local tax levy of $10.27…
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Aberdeen officials take action to increase safety at intersection
ABERDEEN – The Township Council has plans to install stop signs and create a four-way stop at the intersection of Lakeshore and Laurelhurst drives in Aberdeen Township. A report analyzing the unsignalized intersection of Lakeshore and Laurelhurst drives was prepared by the township engineer earlier this year. The engineer recommended installing stop signs to improve…
