• New building at MCC noted for ‘positive impact on planet’

    Crabiel Hall recognized for environmental features Donald R. Drost Jr., executive director of facilities management at Middlesex County College, said Crabiel Hall is the model for how buildings will be designed in the future. EDISON — Crabiel Hall, the newest building at Middlesex County College, received a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) silver…

  • Wesley Thrift Shop offers specials, gifts

    The Wesley Thrift Shop, located at the Wesley United Methodist Church, 5053 Woodbridge Ave., Edison, is open on Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The shop offers new, gently used, vintage and dollar-a-bag clothes; household items; toys; collectibles;…

  • Congregation Beth El celebrating 60 years

    As part of the celebration of its 60th anniversary, Congregation Beth El, 91 Jefferson Blvd., Edison, is honoring Rabbi Dr. Bernhard Rosenberg, who has served at Congregation Beth El for 23 years. Also being honored are President Scott Raiman, past presidents Larry Klempner, Aaron Mansbach, Cynthia Bloom and Esther Eisenstein, and current Vice President Lou…

  • ‘Angels’ assist families of children with cancer

    Parent advocacy network honors legacy of Edison girl BY JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent Lainie Afendoulis EDISON — Twelve years after the passing of 12-year-old Lainie Afendoulis, an organization founded in her name is still going strong. Lainie’s Angels focuses on the needs of parents of children with cancer or blood disorders, making sure these families get…

  • Middlesex County Fair coming to town Aug. 6

    Association announces live entertainment, 4-H schedules Crowds enjoy games and rides at the Middlesex County Fair in August 2011 at the fairgrounds in East Brunswick. FILE PHOTO Those seeking some classic midsummer fun will find everything from amusement rides to live concerts at the Middlesex County Fair in East Brunswick Aug. 6-12. The fair, now…

  • Plans on hold for 43-unit multifamily complex in Edison

    Zoners want traffic, environmental studies for Woodbridge Ave. site BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer After concerns were aired from all angles, the application calling for the construction of a multifamily structure of 43 two-bedroom units on 2.82 acres of land on Woodbridge Avenue in Edison was put on hold. The application came to the Zoning…

  • Metuchen plans to protect COAH funds by buying Beringer House

    State would seize $32K without commitment plan in place BY JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent Metuchen is looking to purchase an existing affordable-housing property in order to preserve its earmarked funds. Mayor Thomas Vahalla said that the YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge and South Amboy will sell the Beringer House at the end of a 20-year commitment,…

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    Steve Marosi escorts his daughter Olivia, 7, and her catch to the measuring area during the Metuchen Recreation Commission’s annual Youth Fishing Derby held at Tommy’s Pond on July 21. SCOTT FRIEDMAN

  • Carrier Clinic hosts Community Walk of Hope for Mental Health Awareness

    Carrier Clinic hosts Community Walk of Hope for Mental Health Awareness

    Heather W. Steel Belle Mead, NJ – Carrier Clinic announced that it will be hosting its second annual “Walk of Hope” on its Belle Mead campus on Saturday, September 15, 2012. Registration is at 9am, with the walk starting promptly at 10am. This fundraising event is being held to raise awareness for mental health and addiction…

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