Category: Sentinel-EDM News

  • Robbery attempt ends in stabbing

    BY MAURA DOWGINStaff Writer BY MAURA DOWGIN Staff Writer EDISON — A 28-year-old township man was injured when an attempted robbery took a turn for the worse. The man was assaulted on Oct. 6 at 11:30 p.m. by three men at the rear of the Metroplex Complex near Blueberry Court, according to police The victim,…

  • Retired Edison police officer indicted on theft charges

    EDISON — A grand jury in Middlesex County has indicted a retired Edison police captain on charges of illegally using sick leave to collect about $38,000 from the township while working at another job. Natale A. Fresco, 60, of Edison was charged with two counts of second-degree official misconduct, one count of third-degree theft and…

  • Dushahra festival aims to promote Indian culture

    Oct. 18 event to featuremusic, dancing, food,crafts and fireworks BY LINDA DeNICOLAStaff Writer Oct. 18 event to feature music, dancing, food, crafts and fireworks BY LINDA DeNICOLA Staff Writer Gov. James McGreevey offers his best wishes for the success of the Dushahra Festival 2003 to members of the organizing committee. Cultural programs, music and dancing,…

  • Officials hope to redevelop Ford site

    Edison plant isscheduled for shutdown in February BY MAURA DOWGINStaff Writer Edison plant is scheduled for shutdown in February BY MAURA DOWGIN Staff Writer JEFF GRANIT staff The Ford Motor Co. announced it will be closing the Edison assembly plant on Route 1 on Feb. 27. EDISON— Up to 900 workers could lose their jobs…

  • Upcoming events to honor community’s rich heritage

    BY MAURA DOWGINStaff Writer BY MAURA DOWGIN Staff Writer EDISON — October is the time for the community to celebrate its rich history. The Township Council designated October as Edison Heritage Month in 2001, said Ian Durand, executive director of the township Center for Community Renewal. According to Durand, this month was always special in…

  • Increased truck noise irks Edison residents

    Officials hope measureswill reduce impacton Silverlake Avenue BY MAURA DOWGINStaff Writer Increased truck noise irks Edison residents Officials hope measures will reduce impact on Silverlake Avenue BY MAURA DOWGIN Staff Writer EDISON — Changes that officials hope will help offset an increase in truck traffic on Silverlake Avenue are on the horizon. On Thursday, the…

  • Edison, Metuchen vote to continue agreement

    BY MAURA DOWGINStaff Writer Edison, Metuchen vote to continue agreement BY MAURA DOWGIN Staff Writer EDISON — The township will continue to provide emergency medical services to neighboring Metuchen. The Edison Township Council unanimously approved a resolution Oct. 9 to continue the interlocal service agreement which authorizes Edison First Aid to take calls from residents…

  • Discussion on switch to ward system continues

    BY MAURA DOWGINStaff Writer BY MAURA DOWGIN Staff Writer EDISON — Opinions as to whether certain neighborhoods need better representation on the Township Council are divided. Some local residents who feel that their section of town needs a stronger voice got together and circulated a petition to place two questions on the Nov. 4 ballot.…

  • Meals on Wheels serves up more than lunch

    BY SUSAN HAMMERStaff Writer BY SUSAN HAMMER Staff Writer PHOTOS BY JEFF GRANIT staff Barbara Golden prepares meals to be distributed as part of the Meals on Wheels program. Every day, a dedicated group of volunteers makes a difference in the lives of those in the community who need help most. To honor those men and…