Author: VASHTI HARRIS, Staff Writer
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Spotswood tax impact less than $100 for the owner of an average assessed home
SPOTSWOOD–The Borough Council approved a resolution adopting a $15.4 million municipal budget to fund the various operations and services provided by the municipality. Mayor Edward Seely said the total municipal budget amount is $15,462,738, which consists of two separate entities that include the current F=fund amount of $11,850,978 and the water-sewer utility amount of $3,611,760.…
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Beloved Matawan teacher and veteran passes away at 100
MATAWAN – Recognized by his hometown as an esteemed educator, F. Howard Lloyd Jr. of Matawan died at the age of 100 on April 19. Lloyd, who was a World War II veteran, taught at Matawan Regional High School for more than 60 years. His daughter, Elizabeth Lloyd-Kimbrel, spoke on behalf of her siblings, Deborah…
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Spotswood police chief announces hiring of first female officer
SPOTSWOOD–Becoming the first female officer appointed to the Spotswood Police Department, Patrolwoman Brittany Johnson has been hired as the police force’s 25th member. Chief of Police Michael Zarro said Johnson was hired on April 6 and is currently enrolled in the Field Training Officer (FTO) program. “She has very little experience; Johnson came from the…
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East Brunswick extends property tax deadline until June 1
EAST BRUNSWICK–East Brunswick extended a grace period of one month past the May 1 property tax bill deadline. Business Administrator Joseph Criscuolo said in a prepared statement that the grace period which would have ordinarily been May 11 is now officially extended to June 1. The council approved the resolution during a special council meeting…
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East Brunswick police hold one-day fundraiser for people with autism affected by COVID-19 crisis
EAST BRUNSWICK–Wanting to support individuals with autism who are affected by the COVID-19 crisis, the East Brunswick Police Department held a one-day fundraiser, garnering $1,000 in donations. Sgt. Tom Cassidy, who is part of the police department’s Community Response Unit, said the police department raised almost $1,000 which was donated to the non-profit organization MyGOAL…
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Spotswood family pledges birth defect awareness despite canceled walk
SPOTSWOOD–Despite having to postpone their Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Awareness Walk, resident Marylin Israel and the Spotswood Police Department still were able to raise $2,740 for the cause. Congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH) is a birth defect that occurs during fetal development, causing a hole in an infant’s diaphragm that ultimately allows the organs to crown the…
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East Brunswick council approves using storm emergency funds for COVID-19 relief
EAST BRUNSWICK–The Township Council approved a resolution authorizing the use of Storm Recovery Reserves in response to the novel coronavirus crisis. Municipalities and counties with Storm Recovery Reserves may use those funds for COVID-19 response, according to the council. “This is the ability to take monies that we put in the storm reserve fund. Generally,…
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East Brunswick reports 469 positive COVID-19 cases, 14 deaths
EAST BRUNSWICK–With 469 residents confirmed positive for coronavirus (COVID-19), Mayor Brad Cohen updated residents on the status of the township’s response. “As of [April 27], East Brunswick has a total of 469 positive cases that had been identified through testing and we are at 14 deaths,” Cohen said during the April 27 council meeting. “So…
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East Brunswick Human Relations Council highlights residents’ volunteer work during COVID-19 crisis
EAST BRUNSWICK–Showcasing stories of volunteerism throughout the township, the East Brunswick Human Relations Council (EBHRC) held a “Unity in the Community” event via Facebook Live. As part of the EBHRC’s Coffee and Conversation series, four panelists shared their stories on April 14 about how they are helping the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Panelists included…
