Category: Sentinel-EDM News
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Greater Media Newspapers to feature Future Leaders
In the week of May 31, Greater Media Newspapers, which publishes the Sentinel, will present a very special section honoring and showcasing young people from our circulation areas. The Future Leaders section will focus on youthful leaders from all walks of life, not just on the brightest scholars. We will feature young people who excel…
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Former twp tax worker admits thefts
BY JOHN DUNPHY Staff Writer BY JOHN DUNPHYStaff Writer EDISON – A former township employee pleaded guilty last week to crimes committed during her tenure as a cashier in the Edison tax collector’s office. Laura Stebila, 48, of Edison, pleaded guilty to one count of official misconduct in connection with the theft of $773.41 in…
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Hospital official: Rumors of infection outbreak false
But local physician says residents should watch long-term antibiotic use BY JOHN DUNPHY Staff Writer BY JOHN DUNPHYStaff Writer EDISON – The medications people take to help them might actually be hurting them. But as long as people are aware of what and how much they should be taking, they’ll be much better in the…
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In the spotlight
TOM SPERDUTO Timothy “T.J.” Medel, 17, of Sayerville, performs at the Forum Theater in Metuchen during the Youth Poetry Grand Slam Finals, Friday.
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Police probing link to recent armed robberies
BY JOHN DUNPHY Staff Writer BY JOHN DUNPHYStaff Writer EDISON – Police are on the lookout for two men who allegedly robbed a man on Springbrook Drive last week. A 36-year-old resident was unloading groceries from the trunk of his vehicle at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 28, when he was approached by two males, according…
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Parents blast BOE’s new redistricting plan
School officials say move is needed to cope with overcrowded school BY JOHN DUNPHY Staff Writer BY JOHN DUNPHYStaff Writer You just can’t please everybody.That was the general consensus among Edison Township Board of Education members at the Feb. 27 meeting, where they approved the redistricting of 139 children from Menlo Park School on Monroe…
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Cops, firefighters first to be rehired under law
Mayor not happy with proposed ordinance BY JOHN DUNPHY Staff Writer BY JOHN DUNPHYStaff Writer EDISON — Police officers and firefighters could be protected in the event of terminations through layoffs or demotions, according to an ordinance recently introduced by the Township Council. The employee fairness ordinance was introduced by Councilman Peter Barnes III and…
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Board still struggling with class rank issue
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer BY KATHY CHANGStaff Writer Metuchen METUCHEN — Class rank or no class rank, that is still the question. “Before the end of the school year, we will have a final public debate and make our decision,” said Board of Education President Ronald Grayzel at the Feb. 22 board meeting. Board…
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Man, 33, held on $1M bail for weapons cache
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer BY KATHY CHANGStaff Writer Metuchen METUCHEN — Residents who knew John Terzino weren’t surprised when he was arrested. “When I saw the bomb squad, I knew it was him,” said John Scheller, who went to Metuchen High School with Terzino. “He was the kind of guy who told a lot…
