Category: Sentinel-EBS News

  • Four vying for two seats on Jamesburg council

    BY PATRICIA A. MILLER Staff Writer JAMESBURG — The Democratic candidates for the two available seats on the Borough Council say their longtime experience as council members is sorely needed in these tough economic times. “Experience really counts here at the local level,” said Otto Kostbar, who previously served three full terms and an unexpired…

  • Seen at Emergency Apparatus Show

    Ryan Orth, 2, of Milltown, scans the crowd gathered for the Emergency Apparatus Display Oct. 8 on Main Street in South River. ERIC SUCAR staff

  • County Superior Officers back Hackett for sheriff

    BY PATRICIA A. MILLER Staff Writer The union representing the top officers in the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Department has thrown its support behind the Republican candidate for sheriff. “To put it bluntly, we are ready for a change,” said Lt. Christopher Villano, president of the Middlesex County Superior Officers Association (SOA), last week. The union…

  • The Crucible’

    Phil Bramson (l) plays the Rev. Samuel Parris, Lori Fabian is Ann Putnam and Sophia Navarette portrays Betty Parris in Playhouse 22’s “The Crucible,” being presented Oct. 29-Nov. 21 at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center, Cranbury Road. Tickets are $20, $18 for seniors and students. Call 732-254-3939 or visit the website at www.playhouse22.org. SCOTT…

  • County offers residents emergency alert program

    Middlesex County residents are being encouraged to sign up for Middlesex County Alert, an emergency notification system sponsored by the county. Residents who register will receive emergency notification via mobile texts, email or both. The Middlesex County Office of Emergency Management will send emergency messages as needed, but messaging will be restricted to conditions when…

  • Pollo Tropical opens in E.B.

    EAST BRUNSWICK — Pollo Tropical, known for its citrus-marinated grilled chicken and Caribbean flavors, is bringing a taste of the tropics to the township. Its newest location at 641 Route 18 south held a grand opening Oct. 8 and celebrated with three days of games, giveaways, music, and a Robo-Surfing Contest to benefit the Raritan…

  • Council holds off on zone changes amid questions

    Some question why vote is being held with no site plan or schematics shown BY LAUREN CIRAULO Staff Writer The East Brunswick Township Council tabled its vote Monday on proposed changes to the Golden Triangle redevelopment plan, but much discussion ensued on the matter between residents and officials. The council last month voted 2-1 to…

  • Residents robbed inside E.B. home

    EAST BRUNSWICK — Four suspects forced their way into a township home Monday night and robbed its residents of cash, according to police. The home invasion occurred at 11:30 p.m. on Jensen Street, East Brunswick police said. Four men forcibly entered the home, retrained its residents and took an undisclosed amount of cash. Police responded…

  • Emergency Apparatus Display

    Five-year-old Nadia Atizol of Sayreville makes a friend in remote-controlled truck Freddie during the Emergency Apparatus Display held Oct. 8 along Main Street in South River. The event included games, food and a large display of fire trucks and other emergency vehicles from around New Jersey. More photos on page 22 and at www.gmnews.com. ERIC…