Tag: South Brunswick
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Police searching for mail thieves
South Brunswick police were alerted by neighboring Cranbury police of ongoing thefts around their township of mail from mailboxes. At around 1:45 p.m. Feb. 4, a resident in the Weatherhill Development of South Brunswick called to report he observed two men steal mail out of his mailbox. The witness reported the vehicle fled on Georges…
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South Brunswick police offer outreach programs, community building efforts
The South Brunswick Police Department works year-round to build relationships with community members through outreach programs and community policing efforts. The goal is to partner with a variety of individuals and groups throughout town, develop shared goals, and act together to reach those goals, according to information provided by the department. The purpose is to…
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Former South Brunswick sergeant known as ‘The Commander’ will be laid to rest this week
Michael E. Kushwarra, also known as “The Commander,” passed away on Jan. 27 at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick. The 61-year-old Kendall Park resident worked for the South Brunswick Police Department before retiring as a sergeant for the Traffic Safety Bureau after 25 years. Prior to his law enforcement career, Kushwarra was…
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Dayton Stop & Shop to close Feb. 24
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – The Dayton location of Stop & Shop will be closed as of Feb. 24. The pharmacy already closed on Jan. 6. “After a detailed review of the operating performance of our stores, we have made the difficult decision to not renew our lease at our store located at 24 Summerfield Boulevard in…
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South Brunswick teen suffers fatal injuries after vehicle strikes building in Edison
A teenager from South Brunswick suffered fatal injuries after a motor vehicle crash in Edison. Authorities responded to the southbound lane of Route 1 in the area of Fox Road in Edison following the report of a crash around 10:25 p.m. Jan. 20. Upon their arrival, authorities located Diana Somarriba, 18, of South Brunswick, and…
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Goerge ‘excited’ to return as South Brunswick football coach
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – After stepping away from the helm of the South Brunswick High School football team three years ago, Joe Goerge will return as head football coach of the Vikings in 2022. It was announced at the South Brunswick Township Board of Education Meeting on Jan. 6 that Goerge was hired to replace John…
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Seniors celebrate National Penguin Day with visit from feathered friend
A live penguin presentation by Jenkinson’s Aquarium celebrated National Penguin Day on Jan. 20 at Brandywine Living Princeton, a senior community located on the border of South Brunswick and Princeton. Residents engaged with Checkers the penguin to learn about penguins’ habitat and history. Adding to the fun, Brandywine staff member Alex Ramos dressed up…
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Voters approve new fire truck for South Brunswick Fire District No. 2
SOUTH BRUNSWICK – After an approval by voters, the Board of Fire Commissioners of South Brunswick Township Fire District No. 2 will continue the purchase process for a new fire truck. On Dec. 16, through a special election, the board sought support for a new aerial tower ladder fire truck to replace an aging…
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South Brunswick High School’s first Career Academy will offer extended learning in computer science
The South Brunswick School District will offer a Career Academy for students at South Brunswick High School (SBHS), beginning with a computer science program during the 2022-23 school year. The Career Academy experience will provide an academic foundation in a selected field of study. Students will have the chance to explore classes in their field…
