Tag: Edison Greenways Group
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Survey reveals almost 100 burials in the ‘colored burial ground’ at historic Piscatawaytown Burial Ground in Edison; 11 have been identified
EDISON – A ground penetrating radar survey of portions of the historic Piscatawaytown Burial Ground and adjacent Commons on Woodbridge Avenue “has answered some mysteries” yet “created new mysteries to solve.” That is what Walter Stochel, vice president of the Edison Greenways Group (EGG), relayed to the Edison Township Council at a meeting in February…
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Climate change is one topic addressed by Windows of Understanding Public Art Project
BY GLORIA STRAVELLI Correspondent METUCHEN – As Earth Day approaches, environmental issues like climate change take on greater urgency. Members of the community can join in a community discussion about the impacts of climate change during a virtual forum taking place at 7:30 p.m. April 21, the eve of Earth Day. The Community Conversation is…
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Metuchen joins ‘Windows of Understanding’ art project, promoting awareness of social justice issues
The Metuchen Arts Council is joining the New Brunswick Community Arts Council, the Mason Gross School of the Arts and the Highland Park Arts Council in the fourth annual Windows of Understanding public art project. The Windows of Understanding Project is an initiative that unites local artists, organizations and businesses to promote compassion and awareness around…
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Edison Greenways discussion at Clara Barton Public Library
The Clara Barton Public Library will hold the Edison Greenways Discussion at 11 a.m. on June 29 at the library, 141 Hoover Ave., Edison. Founded in 1991 with a grant from the New Jersey Conservation Foundation, the Edison Greenways Group works with township, county, state and federal organizations to raise awareness about open space preservation,…
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Edison honors Frank Greco
EDISON — The saying “age is nothing but a number” rings true when it comes to Frank Greco. “Mr. [Fred] Wolke and I always say that Frank is like the energizer bunny,” Lois Wolke said reflecting on her long-time friend. “He just keeps going and going and going.” The Edison Township Council honored Greco, who…
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Grant helps enhance the Middlesex County Greenway
METUCHEN — A grant from Investors Foundation, which supports non-profit organizations that enrich the diverse communities served by Investors Bank, will help enhance the Middlesex County Greenway, which spans three communities. Representatives from Investors Foundation will present a check for $5,000 to the non-profit Edison Greenways Group, Inc. at 9:30 a.m. June 3 at the Middlesex Greenway Trailhead…
