Category: Suburban News

  • Mixed messages sent about whether plan was approved Builder, township send contradictory notices to Oakwood residents

    Staff Writer By natalie m. vena Mixed messages sent about whether plan was approved Builder, township send contradictory notices to Oakwood residents OLD BRIDGE — After the Planning Board rejected a second application by Edison-based developer K. Hovnanian in July, the builder sent notices to residents of the Oakwood development claiming that it obtained a…

  • Nightclub gets liquor license extension Birch Hill will remain open until

    Nightclub gets liquor license extension Birch Hill will remain open until at least Aug. 30 at attorney’s request By natalie m. vena Staff Writer With only one day left before Birch Hill would be forced to close its doors, the Route 9 entertainment complex in Old Bridge received another 30-day extension from the state Division…

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    FARRAH MAFFAI Michael Bellina, center, will portray “Pippin” in the Sayreville Main Street Theater Company’s presentation of the play at the Step Inn Ballroom, MacArthur and McCutcheon avenues. The curtain goes up at 8 p.m. on Aug. 10, 11, 17, 18 and Aug. 23-25 and at 3 p.m. on Aug. 19.

  • Meeting called after explosion Sayreville council to address materials at construction site

    Staff Writer By Jennifer Dome Meeting called after explosion Sayreville council to address materials at construction site The Sayreville Borough Council has called an emergency meeting for tonight in response to an incident last week in which workers set off an explosion during construction of the borough’s new water treatment plant. The council will hold…

  • Residents want Albert St.

    Residents want Albert St. drain problems repaired Concerns include debris from drain, flooding basements, muddy yards By jennifer dome Staff Writer SAYREVILLE –– During these hot summer days, many people find that the best way to refresh themselves is with water. However, residents of Albert Street said they sometimes have a different feeling about water…

  • 4-H Club a way of life for South Brunswick family

    Correspondent By celine hagan The Middlesex County Fair, to be held Aug. 6-12 at the fair grounds on Cranbury Road, East Brunswick, will offer entertainment to please every taste, including the supple Chinese Acrobats. After a while, the parents kind of have to get involved in 4-H," said Marie Davis, a lifetime Middlesex County resident.…

  • Pigs will race for the Oreo

    No. 3 takes the lead in the annual pig race for the Oreo presented by Robinson’s Racing Pigs at the Middlesex County Fair, East Brunswick. The races will be held once each hour the entire week of the fair, Aug. 6-12. Snort, snort. The pigs are fired up and ready to run. They hear the…

  • Fair has something for everyone

    Correspondent By celine hagan The Star Family Circus will perform three half-hour shows, including spectacular aerial acts, each day of the county fair. From racing pigs to giant space wheels, lumberjack shows to crafts, this year’s Middlesex County Fair leaves every area of interest explored and showcased. The seven-day fair commences its 63rd year of…

  • 63-year-old fair true to its humble beginnings

    Staff Writer By natalie m. vena EAST BRUNSWICK — Celebrating its 63rd year of family fun and entertainment, the Middlesex County Fair is getting ready to opens its doors and invite the public to enjoy rides, food, competitions and exhibits. The fair begins Monday at the Middlesex County Fairgrounds on Cranbury Road in East Brunswick,…