• B’nai Shalom to honor cantor with third annual 5K walk

    B’nai Shalom to honor cantor with third annual 5K walk

    Temple B’nai Shalom in East Brunswick will celebrate the life of its former cantor via the Third Annual Cantor Gould Memorial 5K Walk, to be held 9-11 a.m. Aug. 28 at Buccleuch Park, New Brunswick. All proceeds will benefit the music program at Temple B’nai Shalom. Breakfast will be provided. To register, visit www.bnaishalom.com.

  • Woman’s Club looking for women to make a difference

    Woman’s Club looking for women to make a difference

    The East Brunswick Woman’s Club is seeking new members. The club is open to women of the surrounding communities who would like to make a difference in people’s lives by promoting civic, educational, and social activities that lead to service and fellowship. Meetings are the second Tuesday of each month from September through May at…

  • Cricket tourney in East Brunswick

    Cricket tourney in East Brunswick

    The East Brunswick Cricket Tournament (EBCT) Committee has organized a friendly Tape Ball cricket tournament from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 13 at the Heavenly Park football fields, 440 Dunhams Corner Road, East Brunswick, with participants from the Central and North Jersey areas.

  • Monroe police offer tips for keeping homes safe

    Monroe police offer tips for keeping homes safe

    MONROE – The Monroe Township Police Department is currently investigating several residential burglaries that have occurred throughout the township. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Detective Bureau at 732-521-0222. Residents are urged to do the following: 1. Make sure your residence is properly secured. Lock doors and windows. Activate your alarm system. 2.…

  • Unidentified victim suffers fatal injuries in car fire in Spotswood

    Unidentified victim suffers fatal injuries in car fire in Spotswood

    By Jennifer Amato Staff Writer SPOTSWOOD – A Spotswood man has died after sustaining major burns in a car fire. The Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office was called to assist a car fire on Brunswick Avenue in Spotswood where one occupant was injured on Aug. 8. The victim was taken by Medevac helicopter to The Burn Center at…

  • Family day to benefit Dincuff scholarships

    Family day to benefit Dincuff scholarships

    The Christopher Dincuff Memorial Scholarship Fund will hold its fundraising Dink Day 1-5 p.m. Aug. 27 at American Legion Hall, 264 Whitehead Ave., South River. Dincuff was a victim of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center, New York City. The day of family fun will include trivia contests and “minute-to-win-it” games…

  • Altar Rosary Society to sponsor Peach Fest

    Altar Rosary Society to sponsor Peach Fest

    The Holy Trinity Altar Rosary Society will host its annual Peach Festival and White Elephant Sale 1-5 p.m. Aug. 20 at the Holy Trinity Parish Center, 100 Main St., Helmetta. Music will be provided by Hap Ortutay. Admission is $6 for adults, $3 for children ages 10 and under.

  • Call for chefs to enter Flo’s Chili Cook-Off

    Call for chefs to enter Flo’s Chili Cook-Off

    The annual Flo’s Chili Cook-Off fundraiser is set for 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 27 at American Legion Post No. 253, 60 Devoe Ave., Spotswood. Entertainment and chili sampling will begin at noon. An awards ceremony is planned for 4:30 p.m. All proceeds and donations will benefit the comprehensive programs, treatments and services for brain- and…

  • East Brunswick student learns about Hawaiian culture firsthand

    East Brunswick student learns about Hawaiian culture firsthand

    By CARRIE FALCONE Staff Writer EAST BRUNSWICK — A college student from the area recently completed a study abroad program where she joined other students who learned about the different customs and traditions that are separate from their own. Lauren Cram, 21, a 2013 graduate of East Brunswick High School, is a biology major at Susquehanna University in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania.…

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