• Edison Animal Shelter needs food donations

    The Edison Animal Shelter is in need of donations of Purina Cat Chow, Purina Kitten Chow dry food, Fancy Feast canned kitten food and Purina dry dog food. Located at 125 Municipal Blvd., the shelter is open 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. weekdays, Wednesdays until 7:30 p.m. and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays. To see pictures and profiles…

  • Hispanic Business Expo scheduled for July 22

    The Middlesex County Regional Chamber of Commerce will host its fourth annual Hispanic Business Expo 4-8 p.m. July 22 at the Pines Manor, 2085 Lincoln Highway (Route 27), Edison. The expo provides professionals an opportunity to network with and learn about the rapidly expanding Hispanic market in Central Jersey. It also allows for Hispanic professionals…

  • Staged radio play to honor Gertrude Stein

    Jane Hardy takes on the role of Gertrude Stein for Raconteur Radio’s upcoming performance at the Old Franklin Schoolhouse. Raconteur Radio and the Borough Improvement League will present “An Evening with Gertrude Stein and the Lost Generation,” a staged radio play and themed party, 8-10 p.m. July 25 at the Old Franklin Schoolhouse, 491 Middlesex…

  • Teachers’ group gives award to ‘Everyday Hero’

    EDISON — From Haiti to the Jersey Shore, Krystal Woolston has dedicated her life to leading volunteer efforts to help communities rebuild from disasters, helping individuals with developmental disabilities learn to navigate society and guiding students to clean up the environment, according to the Edison-based American Federation of Teachers New Jersey (AFTNJ). For going beyond…

  • Mayor: Looming tax hike in Edison due to tax appeals

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer EDISON — A loss of revenue due largely to tax appeals is to blame for a proposed tax increase, according to Mayor Thomas Lankey. The tax hike is part of the 2014 municipal budget, which was introduced in May and totals $120.86 million — up $701,503 over last year’s tab.…

  • Edison student to appear on ‘Jeopardy!’

    Jeff Xie, 17, is all smiles as he stands with host Alex Trebek as a contestant on the “Jeopardy! Teen Tournament.” EDISON — Ten years of watching the popular game show “Jeopardy!” has paid off for a local teen. Jeff Xie, 17, will appear on this year’s edition of “Jeopardy! Teen Tournament,” set to begin…

  • Metuchen church holds vacation Bible school

    The Metuchen Reformed Church, 150 Lake Ave., will offer vacation Bible school for children ages 5-11. “Riding with Jesus” will run 9 a.m. to noon, July 21-25. Children will encounter Jesus and the Apostles through the adventures of the West. A registration fee of $25 per child — with a $50 maximum per family —…

  • Learn Jin Shin Jyutsu to help relieve stress

    Join Lynn Naples, occupational therapist and certified Jin Shin Jyutsu practitioner, for a 1-hour Jin Shin Jyutsu class at 7 p.m. July 21 at the North Edison Library, 777 Grove Ave. Jin Shin Jyutsu uses gentle, direct pressure of the hands or fingers along energy pathways to promote health and well-being. Participants will be led…

  • Teacher Expo features educational exhibits

    The Teacher Expo will be held July 21 at the Hilton Garden Inn, 50 Raritan Center Parkway, Edison. Admission and parking are free. The Teacher Expo will feature exhibits on a wide variety of topics, including publishers, professional development information, curriculum enhancement, innovations, technology, school supplies, financial/retirement planning, colleges and universities, class trips, assembly programs,…

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