Category: Sentinel-EBS News

  • Shuttle driver charged in theft

    ASayreville man who drove a shuttle bus for Middlesex County has been charged with third-degree theft for allegedly stealing cash from the suggested fare box on the bus. Mark B. Wolfthal, 50, of the borough’s Parlin section, was charged Sept. 24 on allegations he took at least $80 from the box, according to a press…

  • E.B. joins opposition to closing postal plant

    BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer EAST BRUNSWICK — Fearing it will hinder prompt mail services, the Township Council is asking the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) not to close its sorting facility in Edison. The township joins several area municipalities that have taken a stance against the proposal to shut down the Kilmer Processing and Distribution…

  • Residents invited to meet officials over pancakes

    BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer SPOTSWOOD — In order to promote unity in the community, officials are planning the town’s first-ever community breakfast. “It’s important for us to be in touch with the constituency we serve, and it’s hard for people to reach us day to day,” CouncilwomanMarge Drozd said of the idea behind the…

  • Fostering an appreciation of the arts for 40 years

    Founding member recalls guild’s early days in E. Bruns. Suburban Artist Guild President Paula Feifer (l-r), Membership Chairwoman Allie Skislak, honored guest Ann Ripoli and member Loretta Brower celebrate the organization’s 40th anniversary recently. EAST BRUNSWICK — A local artists’ group is celebrating 40 years of highlighting local talent and fostering an appreciation of the…

  • Police: Armed robber arrested at pharmacy

    EAST BRUNSWICK — Police arrested a township man Monday after he allegedly robbed a Route 18 pharmacy, taking prescription pills and cash. Jeffrey Domanski, 29, was arrested after officers were called to Windsor Pharmacy for an armed robbery in progress at 7:46 p.m., according to East Brunswick police. Domanski had allegedly entered the pharmacy through…

  • Cool cat

    SCOTT FRIEDMAN Faith Nandor, 9, has her face painted at Helmetta Day, held Sept. 26 at the Holy Trinity Church grounds on Main Street.

  • Fundraisers

    Oct. 9 • Sunshine Magic Circus, hosted by Phills Brothers, to benefit the Hemophilia Association of New Jersey, 7:30 p.m., at East Brunswick High School, Cranbury Road. Two children will be admitted free of charge with one paid adult. Tickets for adults cost $5 each; available at the door. Call the Hemophilia Association at 732-…

  • Boro wants Conrail to fix false alarms at crossings

    BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer SPOTSWOOD — The warning lights at the railroad tracks are flashing, but no train is coming. According to Borough Council President Curtis Stollen, that has become an alltoo common situation on roadways in town. Conrail tracks run across several welltraveled roads in Spotswood. When the blinking lights and sounding bells…

  • Rocker finds ‘Edification’ in making classical music

    Keyboardist leaves rock behind to establish self as composer BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer Eddie Konczal, playing keyboard at home in Monroe, recently released “Edification,” featuring 10 instrumental compositions for solo keyboard and small ensembles. MONROE — After spending most of his musical career in rock bands, Eddie Konczal felt it was time for a…