• Mayor urges those in need to step up for fix-ups

    By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Volunteers descended upon this house in 2014 as part of Tooling Around the Township. Volunteers in Woodbridge have been bringing tears to the eyes of senior citizens, widows and others in need for 15 years — and they are gearing up to do it again. The tears spring from the…

  • Keasbey resident is finalist for trip to red planet

    For years, scientists have considered whether humans can survive on other planets. But for Cassandra Morphy of the Keasbey section of Woodbridge, the chance to find out might become a reality. Morphy, along with reportedly 200,000 other people from across the world, filled out an online application to become a finalist for a one-way trip…

  • Board designates Diwali, Lunar New Year as holidays

    EDISON By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer EDISON — In a move that sought to recognize the diversity of its student and staff population, the Board of Education has added two new holidays to the school calendar. The board voted unanimously on Feb. 23 to add Diwali and Lunar New Year to the calendar, providing both…

  • Metuchen church to host pancake breakfast

    First Presbyterian Church of Metuchen, 270 Woodbridge Ave., Metuchen, will host a pancake breakfast in the social center at 10:45 a.m. March 15. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for children age 10 and under, and can be purchased in advance or at the door. Proceeds will be used to help defray costs for…

  • Edison mayor appoints new engineer

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — After the sudden departure of longtime Township Engineer John Medina in December, Mayor Thomas Lankey has appointed someone to fill the post. In the next few weeks, Mark W. Kataryniak of Old Bridge will begin his career as the new director of planning and engineering in Edison after…

  • Buffet to offer varied samples of savory Middlesex cuisine

    EDISON — More than 50 restaurants, gourmet food vendors and beverage distributors will come together to collectively offer a “Taste of Middlesex” at the 18th annual tasting event. The festivities are hosted by the Edison Chamber of Commerce in conjunction with the Pines Manor, where the event will be held 5:30- 8 p.m. March 30.…

  • State begins razing homes in Woodbridge

    By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Demolition crews have begun to raze Woodbridge homes that were purchased by the state after being flooded during superstorm Sandy. The first demolition work took place March 4 at a home on Watson Avenue, according to John Hagerty, township spokesman. Additional homes are expected to be razed in the coming…

  • Stamina of workout ‘Wonder Woman’ belies her age

    By JESSICA D’AMICO Staff Writer Edison resident Ellie Rosen, who recently celebrated her 80th birthday, leads her loyal group of students in a body-sculpting class at the Stelton Community Center in Edison on March 4. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Dance beats crank out from a boombox at the front of the room as a small…

  • Brad Benson Hyundai celebrates community with ‘No. 1 Because’ campaign

    Brad Benson Hyundai, the No. 1 Hyundai dealer in New Jersey, has launched a viral video campaign, asking members of the community to showcase their talents explaining what makes them No. 1. The campaign has created buzz by celebrating New Jersey residents and promoting a sense of community. Early submissions include a push-up superstar, wig-raising…

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