• Roadway signage will discourage motorists from texting while driving

    Legislation to erect signage warning motorists that text messaging while driving is prohibited under state law has been signed into law. The law — designated “Nikki’s Law” after Nikki Kellenyi, an 18-year-old National Honor Society for Business student and champion equestrian from Washington Township who tragically died in an automobile accident in 2012 — was…

  • Batter up

    Anna Curreri, 13, of East Brunswick, recently captured the New Jersey Elks Batters Up State Title for East Brunswick Lodge No. 2370. Since Anna is the lodge’s first statewide champion in a sports-related event, East Brunswick presented her with an engraved bat to denote her milestone achievement. She is pictured with Jack Jackson (l), the…

  • Dinner to support youngster’s treatment

    Tuscany Night — a fundraiser for Zachary Nemeth, a Helmetta youngster who was born with multiple disabilities — will be held 7 p.m. Sept. 27 at the East Brunswick Elks Lodge, 21 Oakmont Ave. The buffet menu will include roast pork with rosemary glaze; Italian pot roast with potatoes and carrots; garlic Tuscan chicken; sides…

  • National Writing Project schedules fall conference

    The National Writing Project (NWP) at Rider University is inviting teachers to the fall conference, “Launching into Literacy: Supporting Educators in a Time of Change.” Highlighted by keynote speaker Lisa Funeri Willever, author of the “Nicky Fifth” series, teachers will have the opportunity to participate in a morning of inspiration, collegiality and classroomready strategies while…

  • Pig Roast and Picnic scheduled at VFW post

    Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 1451 will host its Pig Roast and Picnic 1-6 p.m. Sept. 21 at the post home, 31 Reid St., South River. The event will feature food, beer, wine, soda, live music, pony rides and a 50/50. Tickets cost $25 per person, $40 per couple, $10 each for ages 11-20;…

  • Elktoberfest planned for Oct. 6 at Elks lodge

    The East Brunswick Elks will hold its Elktoberfest 1-5 p.m. Oct. 6, rain or shine, at the lodge, 1 Oakmont Ave. The event will include an ethnic buffet featuring potato pancakes, kielbasi, sauerkraut and more. Live entertainment will be provided by Poppa Mahjama. Tickets cost $22 per person. To reserve, call Alice at 732-991-6217 or…

  • Officer accused of arson faces new charges

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer A n Edison police officer who was free on bail after being accused of setting fire to the Monroe Township home of his superior officer was jailed again after being charged with 17 new counts of official misconduct last week. Michael A. Dotro, 36, of Manalapan, faces new allegations that…

  • Sept. 11, 2001: Memories still vivid after 12 long years

    Greg Bean CODA A s I write this on Sept. 13, my emotional tank is running on empty and I’m sure many of yours are as well. The first week of September is a time of somber remembrance around here, and as the dark nights of fall draw in again, we can’t help but think…

  • Complete Streets policies will protect seniors

    With more and more people involved in outdoor activities including bicycling, jogging and simply walking to where we need to go, New Jersey is now ranked as the eighth healthiest state in the nation. So it was wonderful to hear from state Transportation Secretary James Simpson that the Christie administration is actively promoting policies and…

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