• North Brunswick adds two new sergeants to roster

    NORTH BRUNSWICK — Two police officers — James Cox and Eric Jacobsen — were promoted to the rank of sergeant during the Oct. 19 council meeting. Cox was hired in January 2005. He attended West Virginia University and Caldwell College. He is the recipient of numerous letters of appreciation and commendation, including and Exceptional Service…

  • Every vote makes a difference in election

    On Tuesday, Nov. 3, we will elect officials who will wield a tremendous amount of power over decisions that affect our everyday lives. This year’s races touch upon almost every part of our state’s government, from the statehouse, to county and municipal bodies, to your local school board. Yet, record low turnout is being predicted.…

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    SCOTT FRIEDMAN Fall foliage takes on many hues.

  • North Brunswick receives award for commitment to clean water

    By JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer NORTH BRUNSWICK — The township has been recognized for its commitment to clean water. James Grootenboer, systems manager for American Water Services, presented The Partnership for Safe Water’s Director’s Award to township officials on Oct. 19. Grootenboer said the program was established in 1995 to deal with cryptosporidium, a microscopic…

  • Puleio Way dedicated at First Avenue and Center Street

    Brothers Vito, Frank and Anthony Puleio (from left) were honored with a street naming in North Brunswick on Sept. 28. PHOTO COURTESY OF CRAIG YETSKO NORTH BRUNSWICK — The Puleio brothers took part in an honorary street naming for their service to both North Brunswick and to the country. Vito Puleio, 93, enlisted in the…

  • Changes in curriculum to be discussed Nov. 2

    The South Brunswick Parent Academy will take a look back at the district’s curriculum and instruction and the changes that have occurred in the last several years during the workshop “Whatever Happened to Spelling? Geography? An Enlightening and Mythbusting Retrospective on the District Curriculum 7-8:30 p.m. Nov. 2 at Crossroads North Middle School, 635 Georges…

  • Princesses, pirate coming to library gala

    The Friends of the South Brunswick Public Library will host its Pirate and Princess Party 2-3 p.m. Nov. 15 in meeting room A/B at the library, 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. Youngsters ages 2-8 are invited to attend. The fundraiser will support children’s classes and events at the library. The party will feature crafts, face-painting,…

  • Project Grad sets craft show, clothing drive

    South Brunswick High School (SBHS) will hold its 11th Annual Project Graduation Craft Show and Used Clothing Drive from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 28 at the school, 750 Ridge Rd., Monmouth Junction. Jewelry, handbags, pet items, toys, stained glass items, clothing, personal items, gifts for children, home décor, sports memorabilia, holiday items, food…

  • City man convicted of sexual assaults in New, North Brunswick

    A New Brunswick man responsible for a sexual assault in North Brunswick has been convicted a second time on charges of breaking into a woman’s home and sexually assaulting her. Bruce Sterling, 45, was found guilty on Sept. 29 of burglary while armed, aggravated sexual assault, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and…

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