Tag: Sewaren

  • ‘Luxury cat condos’ available in Sewaren

    ‘Luxury cat condos’ available in Sewaren

    Woodbridge Mayor John E. McCormac, the Woodbridge Animal Shelter & Pet Adoption Center, and the Woodbridge Animal Group (WAG) held a grand reopening of the newly renovated Cattery on Aug. 19. The shelter’s cats and kittens will reside in new “luxury cat condos” before moving to their “furever” homes. The renovations were made possible through…

  • ‘Luxury cat condos’ available in Sewaren

    ‘Luxury cat condos’ available in Sewaren

    Residents are invited to join Mayor John E. McCormac, the Woodbridge Animal Shelter & Pet Adoption Center, and the Woodbridge Animal Group (WAG) for the grand reopening of the newly renovated Cattery The ribbon cutting will be held at 4 p.m. Aug. 19, but the Cattery will be open until 8 p.m. The shelter’s cats…

  • Sewaren residents charged in connection with remote access scam

    Sewaren residents charged in connection with remote access scam

    Authorities are seeking the public’s assistance in the investigation of three individuals who have been charged for their involvement in a fraud scheme that yielded the seizure of over $450,000. On April 3, Saurabh Bhambri, 27, of the Sewaren section of Woodbridge, was charged and arrested for financial facilitation of criminal activity, theft by deception,…

  • Bike share program drives sustainable mission in Woodbridge

    Bike share program drives sustainable mission in Woodbridge

    By ALAN KARMIN Correspondent WOODBRIDGE – In 2020, Woodbridge Township earned the designation as a “Healthy Town” by New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute and the Mayor’s Wellness Campaign. And, recently, the Township continued its movement toward a healthier community by initiating a bike sharing program for residents. The township purchased and placed 20 bicycles…

  • Woodbridge postpones fireworks until Monday

    Woodbridge postpones fireworks until Monday

    Woodbridge postponed its fireworks display from Friday, July 2, to Monday, July 5, due to the high probability of thunderstorms with high winds and lightning after 4 p.m. today. The same details apply for Monday: doors open at 4 p.m., a local band called Power Train will play at 5 p.m., presentations begin at 7…

  • Various ceremonies planned in Woodbridge to mark Memorial Day

    Various ceremonies planned in Woodbridge to mark Memorial Day

    Colonia VFW Post 6061 will host a special Memorial Day service on Sunday, May 30 at noon at the post headquarters located at 606 Inman Ave. in the Colonia section of Woodbridge. Following the services, the Colonia VFW will host a Memorial Day BBQ/picnic. The cost is $20 per person; children under 10 are free).…

  • The Nerds will perform at concert to benefit pet rescue groups

    The Nerds will perform at concert to benefit pet rescue groups

    Karma Cat + Zen Dog Rescue Society and the Woodbridge Animal Group will hold a concert on Nov. 7 in Captain Carlson Park in the Sewaren section of Woodbridge. The Nerds will perform from 3-5:30 p.m. There will be a pop up basket raffle featuring more than 100 prizes including designer handbags, vacuums, gift cards…

  • YMCA of MEWSA offers afterschool programs

    YMCA of MEWSA offers afterschool programs

    The YMCA of Metuchen, Edison, Woodbridge and South Amboy (MEWSA) offers programs to school-age children throughout Avenel, Colonia, Edison, Fords, Iselin, Metuchen, Sayreville, Sewaren, South Amboy and Woodbridge to keep youth active, busy and engaged during out-of-school time. In the Y’s afterschool programs, youth engage in physical activities, learning opportunities and imaginative programs; have the…

  • In the Service: Martin A. Peralta

    In the Service: Martin A. Peralta

    U.S. Air Force Airman Martin A. Peralta graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also earn four credits toward…