• Tuition bill hurts N.J. students and taxpayers

    Democrats are touting another assault on U.S. citizens’ rights and pocketbooks with their in-state tuition gift for illegal aliens. This bill hurts New Jersey students and New Jersey taxpayers. Here are some reasons why:  The new tuition paid by illegal aliens will be $14,000 per year. The current rate is $28,000. Who will make…

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    Chabad members in Monroe Township light the Hanukkah menorah on Nov. 27. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR

  • Children invited to perform in show

    Temple Emanu-El in Edison welcomes all children in grades 2-12 to participate in “Seussical Jr.,” its first musical production for youth. The musical will be directed by Children’s Theater Director Tova Halpern, and is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theater International. Beginning on Jan. 5, rehearsals will be held 3-5 p.m. Sundays at…

  • Edison principal transferred despite outcry from parents

    By JACK MURTHA Staff Writer EDISON — Rosemary Schutz will no longer be the principal of Lindeneau Elementary School after the holiday break, much to the dismay of many parents and students. The Edison Board of Education voted unanimously at its Nov. 25 meeting to transfer Schutz to the K-2 James Madison Primary School, where…

  • Advent Workshop offers crafts and games

    The Reformed Church of Metuchen, 150 Lake Ave., Metuchen, invites the community to its Advent Workshop from 4-7 p.m. Dec. 7. All are welcome. Festivities will include Christmas crafts, games, caroling, tree decorating and lighting. For additional information, call the church office at 732-548-2463 or email [email protected].

  • ‘You better watch out …’

    Santa took a break from his work at the North Pole to attend Metuchen’s 60th annual Winter Festival Parade on Dec. 1. SCOTT FRIEDMAN

  • Forever families recognized on National Adoption Day

    Zach Goodlow’s lasting bond with his parents was made official Nov. 22 during National Adoption Day. According to the National Adoption Day website, there are more than 100,000 children in foster care waiting for families. Reports show that more than 60 percent stay in foster care for two to five years, and another 20 percent…

  • Adoptive children, parents celebrate joint future together

    Middlesex County celebrates National Adoption Day By STELLA MORRISON Staff Writer Zach and his mother Ann Goodlow of Monroe await the start of the ceremony at the Monmouth County Courthouse in Freehold, where 25 families finalized the adoptions of children ranging in age from 4-14. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR For 17 children and three adults…

  • Navigating health care reform

    By THOMAS CASTLES Staff Writer The shaky ground surrounding the enrollment process for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) has given birth to an entire industry of professionals whose sole purpose is to guide prospective health care purchasers through the labyrinth of “Obamacare.” Health insurance has become more accessible for many New Jersey residents thanks to…

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