Tag: Metuchen

  • Holistic approach at YMCA of MEWSA prepares children for life

    Holistic approach at YMCA of MEWSA prepares children for life

    At Y day camp, we are here to make your children feel welcome: to help them quickly realize this is a place where they belong and can be themselves, try new things, make new friends and be a part of something great. We’re here to surround every child with support, guidance and fantastic chances to…

  • YMCA of MEWSA begins annual fundraising campaign

    YMCA of MEWSA begins annual fundraising campaign

    The goal of the YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge & South Amboy’s (MEWSA) annual campaign is $300,000. The Y addresses community issues, such as school readiness, chronic diseases, water safety, child care for working families, and programs for elder adults who need to stay active and socialize. There are Summer Day Camps at 10 community locations, Early…

  • Metuchen board reorganizes with focus on school space needs

    Metuchen board reorganizes with focus on school space needs

    METUCHEN – Justin Manley, who was appointed as board president of the Metuchen Board of Education, vowed the newly seated board will take steps in the new year to prepare a plan of action to address the school space needs for 2020 and beyond. “We’re going to take steps to collect our needs and wants…

  • Weichert, Realtors’ Metuchen office recognizes top producers for December

    Weichert, Realtors’ Metuchen office recognizes top producers for December

    Dale Goberdhan, manager of Weichert, Realtors’ Metuchen office, has recognized his office’s top-producing sales associates for their achievements in December. Anne Marie Stotka was the office’s overall top producer, while Fran Torella had the most listing for the month. Maria Goyanes led the office for sales. For more information, visit the office at 640 Middlesex…

  • Metuchen rallies around residents affected by federal government shutdown

    Metuchen rallies around residents affected by federal government shutdown

      Metuchen Mayor Jonathan Busch and Borough Council President Linda Koskoski are organizing services for Metuchen residents affected by the current government furlough. A website, www.ittakesaborough.com, has been set up for Metuchen residents who are federal employees impacted by the government shutdown and for service providers willing to led a hand to those seeking help.…

  • Metuchen is ‘buzzing’ as it enters 2019

    Metuchen is ‘buzzing’ as it enters 2019

    METUCHEN – Mayor Jonathan Busch said he is proud about “the buzz about Metuchen” as he travels around the state. “There is no doubt that our recent strides and successes in building our downtown have played a big part in fostering this impression,” he said. Busch addressed a number of dignitaries, his administration, family, friends…

  • New electrical towers in Edison are a ‘blight’ along Route 1

    New electrical towers in Edison are a ‘blight’ along Route 1

    I am sure that the new electrical towers going up along Route 1 in Edison are an important addition to infrastructure. The older towers, still standing beside the new structures, are lacy in appearance and pleasing to the eye. The new towers look like they were designed by Sauron and forged in Mordor by cranky…

  • YMCA branches to hold job fairs Jan. 15-16

    YMCA branches to hold job fairs Jan. 15-16

    The YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge & South Amboy (MEWSA) will hold job fairs to fill many different positions available within their branches and at some of the Early Learning Centers. Some available positions include Welcome Center staff, assistant teachers and counselors, CDL bus drivers, lifeguards and enrichment instructors. The current schedule is: 4-7 p.m.…

  • WiseMind helps develop skills during changing times

    WiseMind helps develop skills during changing times

    WiseMind Center for Social and Emotional Learning in Metuchen focuses on helping children develop a range of valuable skills they need for school and life. These tools will benefit students in the classroom, in the community, and in higher education and careers. It is the goal of WiseMind to teach students to notice, label and…