• Car-show proceeds to benefit shelter pets

    The Sayreville Pet Adoption Center will host its third annual Rods and Paws Car Show 11 a.m.-3 p.m. July 22 in Burke’s Park, 777 Washington Road, Sayreville. Trophies awarded will include Best Custom, Best Orphaned, Best Truck, Best in Show and People’s Choice. There will be refreshments, giveaways, prizes and a 50/50 raffle. Vehicle-registration fee…

  • Presley and Melody to perform at library

    Musicians Presley and Melody will entertain families and children of all ages in an interactive concert set for 11 a.m. July 25 at the East Brunswick Public Library, Jean Walling Civic Center. Tickets are limited; the event is free of charge. Interested individuals must show their East Brunswick Library card 30 minutes before the start…

  • Summer concerts ongoing at parks

    The Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders will continue its free summer concert series with performances in four county parks. All events are free of charge and open to the public. The upcoming concert schedule is as follows:  July 22, 6-7:30 p.m. — The Great American Rootin’, Tootin’, High Falutin’, Puttin’ on the Ritz…

  • Fishing Derby planned in Monroe

    The Monroe Township Recreation Department will hold its annual Fishing Derby for Monroe residents 9 a.m.-noon Aug. 14 at Molders Fish Farm, John Wall Road, Monroe. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Hooks, bobbers and worms will be provided. Participants must bring their own fishing poles. The free event will include refreshments. Prizes…

  • Tickets available for Elks Charity Ball

    The Jamesburg Elks Lodge No. 2180 Special Needs Children’s Committee will hold its 49th annual Charity Ball 7 p.m.- midnight Oct. 20 at the lodge, 74 W. Railroad Ave. The event will feature hot and cold hors d’oeuvres, a stuffed-chicken dinner, a Viennese table, tap beer, wine, soda, a DJ and dancing and a chance…

  • VFW sponsors 5K for injured veterans

    East Brunswick VFW Post 133 will sponsor the Community 5K Road Race on July 29 as a benefit for the Wounded Warrior Project, which provides programs and services to severely injured service members during the time between active duty and transition to civilian life. Residents of Middlesex County are invited to participate. The race will…

  • pick of the week  Monmouth County Fair

    If you’re looking for something different during your visit to the Monmouth County Fair, this is the year for you. Dog lovers will get a thrill out of the Dock Dogs. Cheer these amazing animals on as they jump, splash and swim across the pool. The fair runs today through July 29 at the East…

  • Jamesburg hires officer to investigate enrollment

    Students in three grades must verify residency BY JAMES McEVOY Staff Writer JAMESBURG — The Board of Education has appointed a registration officer to investigate student residency for the school district. The board had been mulling over the appointment of an investigator since December, citing ongoing concerns about the district potentially paying for the education…

  • EBPD announces new officer, graduation of lieutenant

    EAST BRUNSWICK — The township Department of Public Safety has a new police officer. Patrolman Christian Longhitano joined the ranks last week when he was sworn in at the East Brunswick Municipal Conference Room. Longhitano replaces a member of the department who had retired. Longhitano, 29, is a 2001 graduate of Old Bridge High School.…

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