Tag: North Brunswick
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Activity books will help North Brunswick third graders learn about dangers of substance abuse
PHOTO COURTESY OF PETE CLARK The North Brunswick Municipal Alliance was awarded a grant by the Partnership For a Drug-Free New Jersey and PSE&G. The grant is a collection of 200 activity books, “Life Choices,” to educate third graders about the dangers of substance use and misuse, and provide an opportunity for teachers, students and…
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North Brunswick schools will be mask-optional beginning March 7
On Feb. 7, noting the significant decline of statewide COVID-19 metrics, Gov. Phil Murphy announced that masks and facial coverings will no longer be mandated for students, staff members or visitors in schools and childcare centers effective March 7. “Thankfully, we have reached a point where we feel confident we can take another step toward…
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Township officials dissatisfied with plans for Adams Lane bridge replacement project
NORTH BRUNSWICK – The New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced plans for the full reconstruction and “superstructure” replacement of the Adams Lane bridge over Amtrak, with construction to begin no earlier than June 25. However, North Brunswick municipal officials are not satisfied with the details of the project. “The project was originally expected…
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Adams Lane Bridge reconstruction project to begin in June
NORTH BRUNSWICK – The New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced the full reconstruction and “superstructure” replacement of the Adams Lane Bridge over AMTRAK, with construction to begin no earlier than June 25. “The project was originally expected to begin in April but has been delayed. The bridge is one of many ‘orphan’ bridges…
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Fifth grader wins Linwood spelling bee with word ‘canola’
PHOTO COURTESY OF PRINCIPAL JD SHORTER Linwood School fifth grader Ameen Shaik Mohammed is the first place winner of the Linwood School Spelling Bee. After 16 rounds, three hours, and a five-round spell off between the two finalists, Ameen won the sought-after title. Forty-three participants showcased their excellence for everyone at the Spelling Bee in North…
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North Brunswick Township celebrates National School Counseling Week
National School Counseling Week 2022, “School Counseling: Better Together,” sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), was celebrated Feb. 7–11 to focus public attention on the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems and how students are different as a result of what school counselors do. National School Counseling Week highlights the…
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North Brunswick man charged in crashes that left East Brunswick bicyclist injured, South Brunswick officer trapped
A 41-year-old North Brunswick man has been charged in connection to a series of crashes that left a bicyclist and a police officer injured on Feb. 10. “We were very lucky today. When you see the police vehicle and hear from witnesses who saw the bicyclist run over, you realize it is a miracle,” South…
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North Brunswick Library continues slate of virtual programs
Residents can sign up for the following virtual programs offered by the North Brunswick Public Library. Melanie Hazim, outreach director for the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, will discuss the “Peskiest Scams of 2022,” during a virtual program at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 24. The workshop will provide an overview of the most annoying, boldest…
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North Brunswick to move water operations from American Water
NORTH BRUNSWICK – North Brunswick Township is approaching the end of its 20-year contract with American Water and is seeking a new municipal water operator. A decision faced by many small and mid-sized municipalities in New Jersey with aging water systems is whether they should sell their municipal water system to a for-profit corporation. The…