• Capt. Thomas Kinaszczuk

    Capt. Kinaszczuk, 92, died Jan. 15, 2013, at home. Kinaszczuk was born in Elizabeth to Ukrainian immigrant parents. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in March 1941, earning designation as a Naval Aviator and commission as Ensign, USNR on Dec. 30, 1941. While assigned to squadron VPB 123, Lt. (junior grade) Kinaszczuk, flying a PB-1…

  • briefs 

    Menasha Packaging Company has announced its acquisition of Rand Diversified of Edison. Both companies are privately held; terms of the transaction were not disclosed. “The acquisition of Rand Diversified strengthens our geographic coverage with the addition of East Coast fulfillment and contract packaging. Customers continue to value partnerships where Menasha Packaging can manage the entire…

  • Women’s club financial presentation Feb. 6

    On Feb. 6 at 7:30 p.m., The Metuchen- Edison Women’s Club will present “Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Financial Planning, But Were Afraid to Ask.” Marlene Badai, who specializes in personalized financial planning, will give an overview of her financial planning, geared for women’s needs in all stages of their financial life. Attendees…

  • Temple Emanu-el slates events

    Temple Emanu-el, 100 James St., Edison, will host a full slate of events in February and March. Sacred Aging, Sacred Care Giving (a new adult education course) begins Feb. 1 and continues every Friday morning 9:30- 10:30 a.m. through May. This class will look at what Judaism has to offer in navigating the dual role…

  • Edison’s Le Peep restaurant celebrates 25 years

    Owner to mark occasion Jan. 30 with 25 percent off every check BY JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer EDISON — The instability of the economy has made it increasingly rare for businesses to achieve longevity. This perhaps applies even more to restaurants, because many consider dining out an expendable luxury. However, Igor Tunit, owner of Le…

  • Edison honors African-Americans

    The Edison Recreation Department has announced that an African-American history display will be on view throughout February at the Edison Municipal Complex. The display, donated by former Edison Recreation employee, John Richardson, will be located in the lobby on the first floor of the Edison Township Municipal Complex, 100 Municipal Blvd., Edison. Posters created by…

  • Folk Art Craft Show, Jan. 25-27

    A Country Folk Art Craft Show will be held 5-9 p.m. Jan. 25; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 26; and 10 a.m.to 4 p.m. Jan. 27 at the New Jersey Convention and Expo Center, 97 Sunfield Ave., Edison. Adult admission is $8 and is valid for re-entry during all three days of the event;…

  • Metuchen H.S. Disney fundraiser

    Metuchen High School’s Music Department Disney Fundraiser will take place 8-10 a.m. March 2 at Applebee’s, 1045 Route 1 south, Edison (at Edison Crossroads Shopping Center). Students will be on hand to serve breakfast and to thank attendees for showing their support. Advance ticket purchase is recommended. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased…

  • Hadassah hosts Progressive Dinner

    Metuchen-Edison Hadassah will present its popular Progressive Dinner on Jan. 26 at 7 p.m., giving members and nonmembers an opportunity to enjoy an evening on the town. Participants will gather for appetizers at a member’s home in Metuchen, and then split into smaller, preassigned groupings for an elegant sit-down main course at several individual homes.…

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