Tag: Middlesex County
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Applications accepted for Youth Conservation Corps
Applications are being accepted for the Middlesex County Youth Conservation Corps, whose mission is to protect and preserve the more than 8,000 acres of open space owned and maintained by Middlesex County. Conservation Corps crew members earn $10 per hour and will work Saturdays from June 25-Aug. 17. Work will primarily take place at county…
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Services Locator offers access to Middlesex County resources
Middlesex County is making it easier to access services such as locating food, substance abuse resources, job training, veterans services, housing or caregiving with the introduction of its new online Services Locator. “Sometimes, we don’t know where to begin when searching for adult care, social services programs or emergency assistance. Our Services Locator tailors your…
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County preserves 17-acre horse farm in Monroe
MONROE — The township now has 11 farms preserved forever with the finalized purchase of a 17-acre equine farm on Gravel Hill-Spotswood Road. The farm is the 55th farm in Middlesex County preserved through the Middlesex County Farmland Preservation Program. The county, with its funds and contributions from the state and the Township of Monroe,…
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Scholarships available for MIddlesex County high school students
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Omega Mu Zeta Chapter of Middlesex County is accepting applications from Middlesex County high school students for one of five scholarships to be used toward college tuition, books and supplies. Requirements are a minimum GPA of 2.5, demonstrated leadership in extra-curricular activities, and community service. Winners must be present at…
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New community center a top priority in Edison
EDISON — A new community center is in the works with “green light” positive thinking. Mayor Thomas Lankey said his administration’s top priority in 2018 is to build a new state-of-the-art community center, during the 27th State of the Township Address that was sponsored by the Edison Chamber of Commerce at the Pines Manor on…
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Metuchen officials consider creating a parking benefit district
METUCHEN — As Downtown Metuchen gears up for new smart parking meters, borough officials may consider creating a parking benefit district. Jason Delia, a member of the borough’s Traffic and Transportation Committee, suggested that officials look into creating the district during the Feb. 5 council meeting. “[The district] would take all the revenue from the…
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Meet local Assemblymen during Make It & Move It session in North Brunswick on Feb. 28
Make It & Move It Middlesex will hold Session II: Meet Your State Assembly at 8 a.m. on Feb. 28 at Advanced Analytical Testing Laboratories, 30 Silverline Dr., North Brunswick. Make It & Move It Middlesex is a a new economic development series designed to connect the region’s business community with legislators and county resources.…
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SkillUp Middlesex provides county residents with resources for job training
All Middlesex County residents can take classes, train for new job opportunities and prepare for various career certifications all for free, and all from home, with the introduction of SkillUp Middlesex. Middlesex County has launched this free online learning platform that offers more than 4,500 courses provided by Skillsoft, a nationally recognized training provider. It…
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Task force to ensure continued preservation of New Jersey Training School site in Monroe
MONROE — Monroe officials want to make sure the New Jersey Training School for Boys at Jamesburg site will be preserved as open space. “It is imperative that the State of New Jersey understand that Monroe’s highest priority is for the 663-acre campus to remain as preserved farmland and open space, consistent with our rural character,”…
