• For local artists, Parkinson’s doesn’t block creativity

    Exhibit at JFK Medical Center showcases works while raising funds for a cure BY JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Visitors to last year’s exhibit at JFK Medical Center, Edison, peruse works by artists affected by Parkinson’s disease. EDISON — Metuchen resident Michael Bransfield has been an artist for most of his life, using oils and acrylics…

  • Metuchen native to channel Joplin, Nicks in performance

    Award-winning musician Jody Joseph to perform at Strand in Lakewood April 27 If one were to say Metuchen native Jody Joseph has multiple personalities, they would mean it in the best way possible. One side of the award-winning singer, songwriter and teacher takes on the persona of the iconic Janis Joplin — the Texas tornado…

  • Freeholders urge awareness of sexual assault, violence

    The Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders proclaimed April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) at its April 4 regular meeting. The goal of SAAM is to raise public awareness about sexual violence and to teach communities and individuals how to prevent sexual violence. The Middlesex County Office of Health Services’ Health Education Division, the…

  • Metuchen resident introduces ‘novel’ idea for commuting bookworms

    Brainy Borough Honor Library debuts at Metuchen station BY JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer The new Brainy Borough Honor Library sits atop the mantle in the Metuchen Railroad Station, inviting commuters to borrow or trade a book. METUCHEN — It’s every commuter’s nightmare. Upon boarding the train, the realization hits — the reading material that would…

  • Helmetta on short list for biggest speed trap in Jersey

    CODA GREG BEAN In 2011, Helmetta followed a lot of communities in New Jersey and got rid of its police chief, who was largely protected by state law from political interference by the governing body, and named a civilian director, Andrew Ely, over whom they believed they’d have more direct control. Turns out they made…

  • Donations needed for food pantry to meet growing needs

    I want to personally thank all the Middlesex County residents who donate to the Hands of Hope Food Pantry at St. James Episcopal Church, 2136 Woodbridge Ave., Edison. This is the 20th year that the Hands of Hope Food Pantry has been open on the first and third Saturdays of each month to provide food…

  • Bill would permit restricted driver’s license

    The proposed New Jersey Senate Bill 2427 would permit a restricted license for persons suspended for DWI to be able to drive to work. The license would be used exclusively for traveling to and from the licensee’s place of employment or education when other transportation is not available, and for driving on the job where…

  • Time is now to change gun laws

    Many of us may remember the CEOs of the biggest tobacco companies raising their hands and swearing under oath that cigarettes were not addictive. It was a lie. Over time, many communities have passed laws that regulate where one may smoke due to the health hazards of secondhand smoke. Similarly, the National Rifle Association (NRA)…

  • Photo

    The Manasquan Reservoir in Howell, as seen on March 30, provides a scenic setting for a day of fishing. LAUREN CASSELBERRY

View our current articles

Stay connected to your community