Tag: Metuchen
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Metuchen police chief set to retire June 1; new police chief lifelong resident of the borough
METUCHEN – Come June 1, the Borough of Metuchen will say goodbye to the “chief of the chiefs” and welcome a new police chief to the role, who council members said “personifies community policing” at its best. The Borough Council approved a resolution to appoint Arthur M. Flaherty Sr. to the top role at a…
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Metuchen to enter into its first PILOT with Gulton Tract redevelopment; public meeting to discuss redevelopment March 24
METUCHEN – The borough will enter into its first PILOT, payment in lieu of taxes, with the redevelopment of the Gulton Tract, which essentially allows the borough to invest $20 million in borough infrastructure. “It includes everything from substantial money for our schools ($6 million), money to help renovate our library, which is badly needed,…
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Public school districts in Edison, Metuchen, Woodbridge shift to mask-optional effective March 7
The use of a face mask during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic is now optional for students, staff members and visitors in the Edison, Metuchen and Woodbridge public school districts as of today, March 7. The superintendent of each district sent out correspondence to their respective school communities. Among the three districts, Edison Schools Superintendent Bernard…
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U.S. Army launches March to Service campaign in Metuchen, Edison
The U.S. Army Recruiting Command is gearing up for its annual March to Service, planned for March 21-31. A commanding general of the Army recently visited Edison and Metuchen high schools to share the career opportunities available to students. Maj. Gen. Patrick Donahoe, commanding general of the U.S. Army’s Maneuver Center of Excellence, recently visited…
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Changes to Metuchen school calendar for next year leads to spirited discussion
METUCHEN – Members of the Metuchen Board of Education “agreed to disagree” on the proposed 2022-23 school calendar. Before the board voted 5-3 to ultimately approve next year’s school calendar at a board meeting on Feb. 22, members had a spirited discussion on whether they were for or against the changes to the calendar. Board…
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Summer camp is for the kids
Summer is the ideal time for kids to get up, get out and explore. The YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge & South Amboy (MEWSA) is thrilled to have the opportunity to offer your children another fun-filled summer. The Y believes that all kids have great potential and deserve the opportunity to discover who they are…
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Community conversation on Windows of Understanding Project set for March 10
METUCHEN – The artwork adorning the windows and walls of Berkshire Hathaway office on Middlesex Avenue speaks volumes of the major social issues of climate change, civic engagement and food insecurity as part of the Windows of Understanding Project. A virtual community conversation on the project is scheduled at 7:30 p.m. on March 10. The…
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Metuchen community celebrates Lunar New Year in grand style
METUCHEN – The Metuchen community celebrated the Lunar New Year in grand style in the downtown area on Feb. 12. The public was able to learn about the culture and history of the special day from performances and food to crafts and storytime. Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year, fell on Feb.…
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Offensive coordinator promoted to head coach position at alma mater Metuchen High School
METUCHEN – A lifelong borough resident who has always had a passion to coach high school football will get that opportunity with his hometown team. The Metuchen Board of Education approved Jordan Leitner as head football coach of the Metuchen High School (MHS) Bulldogs for the 2022-23 school year. Leitner, 32, a paraprofessional at…
