Category: Sentinel-EBS News
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Volunteers are needed at Jamesburg squad
Saving lives makes effort worthwhile, chief says BY TARA PETERSENStaff Writer BY TARA PETERSEN Staff Writer JAMESBURG — Helping the first aid squad helps others, officials say. "Become a member of the Jamesburg First Aid Squad," reads a recent flier from the organization. "Donate time to help save lives." The squad’s staff of volunteers has…
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Starland looking to fill void
Concerts East has big plans for Jernee Mill Rd. club BY JOLENE HARTStaff Writer Concerts East has big plans for Jernee Mill Rd. club BY JOLENE HART Staff Writer SAYREVILLE — With new ownership will come a new name and image for the nightclub formerly known as the Hunka Bunka Ballroom. Late November will bring…
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17 water leaks sending money down the drain
BY VINCENT TODAROStaff Writer BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer SPOTSWOOD — Fixing some leaks may end up keeping money from going down the drain. In a recent survey of its water pipes, workers found no less than 17 leaks, which were causing the borough to have to pump and pay for much more water than…
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Two die after van runs off Applegarth Road
BY TARA PETERSENStaff Writer Two die after van runs off Applegarth Road BY TARA PETERSEN Staff Writer MONROE — A man who police said was driving drunk faces numerous charges after an accident in which two of his passengers died. Anthony Santos, 26, of New Brunswick was reportedly on his way to work in Monroe…
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Four mayoral hopefuls talk snuff mill, taxes
Helmetta candidates offer some common, some differing views on issues BY TARA PETERSENStaff Writer BY TARA PETERSEN Staff Writer Helmetta HELMETTA — The right ideas for redevelopment and reducing taxes may play a part in determining who the borough’s next mayor will be. Although the four candidates running for mayor this fall recognize the same…
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Council buys property in front of high school
BY VINCENT TODAROStaff Writer BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer EAST BRUNSWICK — If no sledding takes place on the hill at East Brunswick High School this year, it will be due only to a lack of snow. At a meeting Monday night, the Township Council took action to set aside $1,125,000 for the purchase of…
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Burglaries reported in
E. Brunswick Burglaries reported in EAST BRUNSWICK — Police are looking for suspects in connection with burglaries at four residences in the northern area of the township. The burglaries were reported Sept. 16 at the Lake Avenue apartments, the Taylor Avenue apartments and the Crosspointe complex. The first incident was reported when a 22-year-old Taylor…
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Police make several drug, assault arrests
BY TARA PETERSENStaff Writer BY TARA PETERSEN Staff Writer JAMESBURG — A call about a disturbance on Buckelew Avenue resulted in three related arrests and spawned a further investigation, police said. Around 5 p.m. Saturday, police responded to a fight that had reportedly broken out, Police Chief David Lester said. Upon their arrival, responding officers…
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Trio arrested in robbery
of E.B. man at bus stop of E.B. man at bus stop EAST BRUNSWICK — Two adults and a juvenile have been arrested in the armed robbery of a township man who had gotten off a bus at the Transportation and Commerce Center, Route 18. Police said two of the suspects wore masks and approached…
