Tag: Helmetta
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New Life Food Pantry seeks volunteers
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer HELMETTA — There is a desperate need for volunteer help at the New Life Food Pantry as the number of needy people rises. In operation since 2006, Kristen Tabert, pantry administrator, said they went from serving five to six Helmetta residents from donations received from the parish to now serving…
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Members sought for musical tributes website
Anthony Jamroz of Helmetta is seeking new members for Tony Jams Musical Memorials: 1950s and Beyond. Jamroz has experience in the music field with the creation of WANT Studio and broadcasts from 1976-81 out of his basement in Jersey City. He created The Disco Basement, The 1950s Hop, The Mighty Express, Night at the Movie…
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Brownies send ‘sweet’ message to police officers
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer With the recent negativity surrounding police departments across the country, Brownie Girl Scout Troop 83845 of Monroe Township did their part in sending a sweet reminder that Blue Lives Matter. Members of the troop, who are 7 and 8 years old, gathered together funds from their annual cookie drives and…
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Mayor heralds his hometown by creating newsletter
By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer HELMETTA — When Mayor Christopher Slavicek came into office in January, he said he perceived a yearning from residents to be kept informed of the happenings within the borough. That’s when he thought of creating “The Helmetta Herald” newsletter. “There have been newsletters in the past, however, not on a…
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DPW will be crack sealing roads in Helmetta
The Helmetta DPW will be crack sealing various municipal roads during the week of July 25. This will cause temporary parking restrictions on signed roadways. For the complete schedule, visit www.helmettaboro.com.
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PSE&G to inspect gas meters in Helmetta, Spotswood
Public Service Electric & Gas Company (PSE&G) will be inspecting natural gas meters in Helmetta and Spotswood to ensure the continued safety and reliability of gas services. “Customer safety is our number one priority,” said Joe Forline, vice president of gas operations for PSE&G. “It’s important for us to conduct safety inspections like these so that…
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Helmetta seeks input on possible community garden
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer HELMETTA — A community garden may be in the works for the borough. Councilman Joseph Reid said the recreation committee has been discussing different spaces for a community garden, including placing it near the Maple Street Pavilion. He said they are open to any suggestions for flat land that draws in sunlight…
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Karabinchak sworn in as newest member of General Assembly
TRENTON – Lifelong Edison resident Robert Karabinchak received the oath of office to become the newest member of the New Jersey General Assembly. Karabinchak will represent the 18th Legislative District – including the municipalities of East Brunswick, Edison, Helmetta, Metuchen and South River – alongside Assemblywoman Nancy Pinkin (D-Middlesex). “I’m honored that I can serve the…
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Average taxes set to increase by $100 in Helmetta
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer HELMETTA — The 2016 municipal budget carries a $100 tax increase for the average homeowner in the borough. The Township Council adopted the $2.07 million budget, which is increasing $6,300 from last year’s budget, at a meeting May 18. The amount to be raised by taxation to support the municipal budget totals…
