Tag: Metuchen Borough Council
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Former Oakite site will soon see senior facility, daycare center and coffee shop
METUCHEN – The Oakite redevelopment plan on Middlesex Avenue is moving forward with an assisting living and memory care facility, a daycare center and a coffee shop with a drive-thru. The Borough Council approved two resolutions authorizing the execution of the redevelopment agreements for the establishments at a meeting on Nov. 8. Before the vote…
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Updated: Joshi projected winner of mayoral race in Edison; races across Middlesex County are too close to call
Editor’s Note: The results of the Nov. 2 General Election reflect what was posted online by the Middlesex County Clerk’s Office as of press time on Nov. 5. The results of the election will remain unofficial until they are certified. For updates, visit www.centraljersey.com and read next week’s newspaper. Edison Mayoral Race In Edison, the…
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Democratic candidates in the lead for seats on Metuchen Borough Council
There were elections for two, three-year terms on the municipal governing body for Metuchen on Nov. 2. The race is contested. The candidates are Democrats Jason Delia, an incumbent, and newcomer Joel W. Branch, and Republican newcomers Stephen Kitsko and Eric Lignell. As of press time on Nov. 3, the Democratic candidates – Delia, with…
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Pedestrian plaza off the table in Metuchen; new proposal will not close New Street, officials said
METUCHEN – North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority officials have gone back to the drawing board to figure out what is best for the intersection of Main Street and New Street/Hillside Avenue. This time, a proposal will not include “the closure of New Street or result in significant parking loss on Main Street, but incorporates some…
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Democrats will face Republican challengers in Metuchen Council race in November
METUCHEN – Four candidates – one incumbent and three newcomers – will vie for the two, three-year terms available on the Metuchen Borough Council in the upcoming election. Democrats Jason Delia, an incumbent, and newcomer Joel W. Branch, will face Republican newcomers Stephen Kitsko and Eric Lignell. The general election is on Nov. 2. Councilwoman…
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Metuchen may consider pedestrian plaza downtown for safety improvement project; Mayor asks public to be ‘civil’ as they seek input
METUCHEN — A spirited debate has begun as borough officials seek input on whether or not to close New Street to Pearl Street and create a pedestrian plaza in efforts to create a safer intersection at Main Street and New Street/Hillside Avenue. “There are so many passionate perspectives on this topic, including very important safety…
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Metuchen Dem/GOP council candidates secure Nov. 2 runs
By GLORIA STRAVELLI Correspondent METUCHEN – Results in the uncontested June 8 Primary Elections ensure four candidates will be on their respective party’s ballot in November for the Metuchen Borough Council, according to results posted online by the Middlesex County Board of Elections. Incumbent Democratic Councilman Jason Delia, running for a second term, drew 1,036…
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Four-way race for two council seats in Metuchen begins with primary
By GLORIA STRAVELLI Correspondent METUCHEN – Four candidates will be on the ballot running for two, three-year terms on the Metuchen Borough Council in November. For the June 8 Primary Election, the races are uncontested. Jason Delia, a member of the Borough Council, and Joel Branch, a member of the borough Planning Board, are on…
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Borough officials ‘confident’ about Metuchen pool season, but membership prices expected to increase
METUCHEN – After canceling the pool season last year because of the novel coronavirus pandemic, borough officials are “confident” there will be a Metuchen municipal pool season this year. The Borough Council approved resolutions for authorization of the concession for the Metuchen Pool Snack Bar to FBJ Investments doing business as Fresco by Jimmy at…
