Category: Sentinel-EDM News
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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Eagle Scout project no walk in the park
Edison teen buildsinformation trailto honor famous inventor BY MAURA DOWGINStaff Writer Edison teen builds information trail to honor famous inventor BY MAURA DOWGIN Staff Writer EDISON — A new feature was added to the Thomas Alva Edison Memorial Tower and Menlo Park Museum recently. The Thomas Alva Edison Information Trail was researched, organized and built…
