• Teacher Expo offers variety of workshops

    The 2015 Teacher Expo will be held July 30 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Edison. The expo, “Expanding Teaching Horizons,” will feature exhibits on a variety of topics including: publishers, professional development information, curriculum enhancement, innovations, technology, school supplies, financial/retirement planning, colleges and universities, class trips, assembly programs, fundraisers and more. Free, one-hour workshops will…

  • Story, music of George Gershwin set for July 21

    The Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, will present Broadway Meets Carnegie Hall – The Music of George Gershwin at 10:30 a.m. July 21. Robert Butts, music director, The Baroque Orchestra of New Jersey, presents the story and music of George Gershwin. Working with writers like George Kaufman, Gershwin created…

  • Vacation Bible School announced

    Community Presbyterian Church announced that SonSpark Labs, 75 Glenville Rd., Edison, will hold Vacation Bible School 6 p.m.-9 p.m. July 20-24 for ages four through 12th grade. There is also an Adult Class. SonSpark Labs VBS creates a fun and engaging discovery lab where children will have a great time singing fun songs, watching skits,…

  • Home warranty company to pay for alleged customer deception

    EDISON — A purported home warranty company based in the township will pay close to $800,000 in restitution, along with facing other penalties, for allegedly taking part in deceptive practices with customers. The CHW Group Inc., which does business as Choice Home Warranty, has agreed to pay the state $779,913.93, including consumer restitution, revise its…

  • Zoning Board approves temple in Edison

    By JACQUELINE DURETT Correspondent EDISON — Residents for and against plans to construct a new building for a Hindu temple made emotional appeals to the township’s Zoning Board. The June 16 hearing had been carried over from May 26 because of the large volume of public response on the issue. After all the feedback, the…

  • County’s concerts in the park add sounds to summer sizzle

    Middlesex County’s slate of summer concerts will offer attendees a wide range of musical tastes to bring flavor to the warm days and nights ahead. The Music in the Parks free summer concerts series will kick off in July at four county parks. Shows at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, at the South Amboy/Sayreville beachfront on…

  • MCC breaks scholarship record

    EDISON — It was a record-breaking year for Middlesex County College (MCC). The institution awarded $803,000 in scholarships to 616 students over the past academic year — the largest amount in school history. “It was a banner year,” said Pam Hedberg, scholarship specialist. “The amount was significantly greater than expected. The staff in the MCC…

  • Woodbridge launches new app to encourage buying local

    By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer WOODBRIDGE — Residents are now able to seek out businesses and stay up to date on Woodbridge news and events with the unveiling of a new “Buy Local” smart phone application. Mayor John McCormac launched the app, which is free to both residents and businesses, during a July 1 tour…

  • Budget includes funds for those with disabilities

    Balancing a state budget is no easy task, and it can be particularly challenging in a state like New Jersey that boasts a diverse population of residents, a wide spectrum of industries and a varied geographic makeup. With this in mind, we thank Gov. Chris Christie and members of the Legislature for balancing a state…

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