• Metuchen police investigate burglary

    METUCHEN — Police are investigating a burglary that occurred at a Norris Avenue residence between 7:15 a.m. and 6:20 p.m. on Nov. 14. The homeowner told police that she arrived home andwas heading to the rear of her home to retrieve a garbage can, but observed that it was not in the normal spot where…

  • Edison police charge woman in stabbing

    EDISON — Police arrested a 48-year-old Florida woman accused of stabbing a 36-yearold Texas man during a Nov. 13 fight on Woodbridge Avenue. Police Lt. Sal Filannino said Sheila Williams, 48, of Florida City, was charged with aggravated assault with a weapon. She was transported to the Middlesex County Adult Correction Center in North Brunswick,…

  • Blood drive at Neve Shalom Dec. 4

    Neve Shalom will hold a blood drive in memory of MichaelAllan Thompson 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 4 in the Miller Ballroom, 250 Grove Ave., Metuchen. Anyone age 16 and over can donate blood. Call Matthew Bonus at 732-968-4489.

  • Free classes offered at fitness center

    Retro Fitness of Edison, which has opened an 1,100-square-foot fitness studio at 3775 Park Ave., will be offering free classes to all members and non-members in the community through Dec. 31. The classes include kickboxing, Jibe (Zumba), aerobics, step, strengthening, stretch, yoga, Pilates, senior classes and more. Everyone is invited to attend the classes, which…

  • Ricigliano explains decisions on some of Edison’s key issues

    BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — Public discussion of actions taken by the administration of Mayor Antonia Ricigliano have centered around the Township Council’s dismay and lack of input. But the mayor, who does not attend council meetings, said her focus has been on moving the township forward. Ricigliano, along with township Management Specialist…

  • Enjoy your turkey, even if it’s killing our planet

    CODA GREG BEAN Maybe today you’re rushing around to finish shopping for the Thanksgiving dinner you’re cooking for the family this week, and the thorniest issue on your mind is how to get the bird out of the oven at the same time the mashed potatoes are ready. Maybe you’re visiting friends or family for…

  • Save volunteer district ethics committees

    Disciplinary oversight of New Jersey’s 70,000 attorneys is governed by a multi-tiered system. The New Jersey Supreme Court is the final arbiter of attorney discipline. Through the Rules of Professional Conduct and decisional law, the court has established the highest standards for the members of the bar. The Disciplinary Review Board (DRB) serves as an…

  • PETA: Spare a turkey, make it a vegan holiday

    Thanksgiving is a time for celebration, not cruelty. Here are five reasons to spare a turkey and enjoy a vegan feast instead: 1. Turkeys are gentle birds that like having their feathers stroked and gobbling along to music. Poultry scientist Tom Savage says, “I’ve always viewed turkeys as smart animals with personality and character, and…

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