Author: VASHTI HARRIS, Staff Writer
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Stop sign will be added to Sunset and Hilltop intersection in East Brunswick
EAST BRUNSWICK–The Township Council adopted an ordinance authorizing the installation of a stop sign at the Sunset and Hilltop boulevards intersection. The intersection is located near Memorial Elementary School and is in a residential area of the township. “A resident made a suggestion for it because children walk to school and there are no sidewalks…
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Spotswood council seeks to finalize phase one of DeVoe Lake project
SPOTSWOOD–The Borough Council approved a resolution authorizing the change order number three payment of $554,895 for the DeVoe Lake Dredging Project, phase one. “The change order that was voted on favorably by the borough council at the June 14 meeting was an overall increase to the cost. The change order included an additional dredge area…
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Officials seek to refurbish East Spotswood Park
SPOTSWOOD–The Borough Council approved a resolution authorizing Mayor Jackie Palmer to send a grant application to the Department of Environmental Protection for East Spotswood Park. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Green Acres Program of New Jersey, is providing grants through the Urban Parks initiative, according to the council. The borough desires to further…
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Matawan Police Department moving to location behind Borough Hall
MATAWAN – After having operated from an outdated building at 150 Main St. for quite some time, the Matawan Police Department will be moving into a unit at the back of Borough Hall, 201 Broad St. Mayor Joseph Altomonte said the building on Main Street was constructed in about 1920 as a bank. The rear…
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South River council introduces $1.4M bond ordinance for various capital improvements
SOUTH RIVER–The Borough Council introduced a $1.486 million bond ordinance, which if adopted, will partially fund various capital improvements throughout the municipality. The various capital improvements will include: The purchasing of a sanitation truck, mason dump truck, dump truck, pickup truck, lawnmowers and containers; Improvements to the South River Police Department’s kitchen, locker room and…
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East Brunswick valedictorian, salutatorian reflect on time as high schoolers
EAST BRUNSWICK–Reflecting on their four years of hard work and dedication, East Brunswick High School’s valedictorian Rachel Yan and salutatorian Joshua Yi are ready to take their next steps. The East Brunswick High School graduation for the Class of 2021 was held on June 18 at the high school, located at 380 Cranbury Road. “I’m…
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South River High School’s valedictorian and salutatorian are proud of accomplishments
SOUTH RIVER–From writing their speeches to picking out a cap and gown, South River High School’s valedictorian Jennifer DeBellis and salutatorian Faith Dedopoulos are ready for high school graduation, but then to move on to their college plans. DeBellis, 18, said she is very proud of herself and is excited to be this year’s valedictorian.…
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Two South River police officers file lawsuits against superior alleging sexual harassment
SOUTH RIVER–Two South River Police Department officers filed separate lawsuits against their commanding Lt. John McKenna, both alleging sexual assault, harassment and a hostile work environment. Patrolman Joseph Guiamano and Sgt. Jonathan Minacapelli are suing McKenna, Chief of Police Mark Tinitigan, the Borough of South River, Mayor John Krenzel, the borough’s Public Safety Committee, the…
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Spotswood valedictorian and salutatorian discuss next phase of life
SPOTSWOOD–Spotswood High School’s valedictorian Chloe Donelan and salutatorian Allyson Schulman discussed their accomplishments and their excitement about the future. “Being this year’s valedictorian is certainly a huge honor, but I take greater pride in having been a part of such a supportive academic community over the past four years that allowed me to thrive,” Chloe…
