• Young adult programs at library June 2

    On Saturday, June 2, at 10 a.m., the young adult department of the Metuchen Public Library, 480 Middlesex Ave., officially kicks off summer 2012 when registration opens for all programs for Metuchen residents who will be entering grades sixth through 12 in the fall. These free programs include community service projects, a high school book…

  • Annual Lakeview 5K slated for June 2

    The fourth annual Lakeview 5K to benefit the programs of the New Jersey Institute for Disabilities will take place June 2 in Roosevelt Park, 10 Oak Drive, Edison. The event also features a 5K Walk and a Family Fun Walk, Stroll and Roll in which participants can set their own pace and distance around Roosevelt…

  • Metuchen places ‘Cops in Shops’

    METUCHEN — Borough police are currently participating in the state’s Cops in Shops program. The police department received a $4,000 grant from the New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control for the program, which places undercover police officers at liquor establishments in town. The program, which kicked off last year, runs until May 2013. Metuchen…

  • Edison first aid squads now Raritan Valley EMS

    Service launched in January with 174 active members, two of whom are paid BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer Facing the same shortages of volunteers as other first aid squads around the country, the trustees of Edison’s three squads came together two years ago and decided that something needed to be done. That something was to…

  • Photo

    Jason Wang, 9, ducks from the “wrecking ball” during the 22nd annual Edison Family Day at the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center May 20. MATT DENTON

  • Metuchen Public Library must tighten budget for 2012

    Library officials displeased with allocation, which mayor says reflects the economy BY JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent Officials at Metuchen’s public library are regrouping after the governing body denied their budget request earlier this month. The Borough Council approved a library budget that totals $736,609. However, library personnel had requested $760,270. Metuchen Public Library Director Melody Kokola…

  • Graduates find community college experience rewarding

    Valedictorian: Class of 2012 is excited, scared … ready BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer Middlesex County College graduates wave to friends and family as they make their way to their seats during the May 17 commencement exercises on the Edison campus. JEFF GRANIT staff Some 1,408 graduates bid farewell last week to Middlesex County College…

  • Solar Project at Mercer County Community College Will Offer Educational Benefits

    By Wendy Humphrey WEST WINDSOR, N.J. – An innovative solar project of the Mercer County Improvement Authority (MCIA) to be installed on the West Windsor, N.J., campus of Mercer County Community College (MCCC) will foster academic opportunities for students interested in pursuing careers in solar/energy technology, engineering, sustainability, and other programs. The energy output of the…

  • Community Springs into Action for Safety Town — Teen Volunteers Still Needed

    Community Springs into Action for Safety Town — Teen Volunteers Still Needed

    By Andrea Fereshteh Local businesses and individuals have sprung into action to support an effort by the MOMS Club of Hopewell Valley to bring the nationally recognized Safety Town educational program to students in the district.  Already established in nearby communities, Safety Town provides rising Kindergarteners with an introduction to safety awareness in a safe,…

View our current articles

Stay connected to your community