Tag: South River
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Expect discolored water in South River due to fire hydrant replacements
South River is continuing rehabilitation of its water system, so residents will experience discolored water over the next few days. Today, on July 30, a fire hydrant at Old Bridge Turnpike and Kamm Avenue will be replaced. On Saturday, Aug. 1, a fire hydrant at Browns Lane and Elizabeth Street will be replaced. On Monday,…
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South River residents warned of electric utility scam
Over the past several days, South River residents have reported receiving phone calls from individuals claiming to be from the electric company. The individuals have requested information from residents, threatened the disconnection of their electric service, and/or have demanded payment via telephone. Residents are advised to disregard these phone calls as these individuals are not…
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South River superintendent discusses reopening plans for 2020-21 academic year
SOUTH RIVER–With South River Public Schools’ reopening plans still being perfected, Superintendent Sylvia Zircher offered the latest updates on what returning students will expect in September. Zircher said the school district has a District Task Force and school-based reopening teams working on its reopening plan. “We do have a District Task Force and it has…
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South River council approves resolution awarding contract to demolish old firehouse
SOUTH RIVER–The South River Borough Council approved a resolution awarding a contract for the demolition of the George Street Firehouse to The Ambient Group, LLC. The council had previously authorized and directed the borough clerk to advertise for receipt of sealed bids for the George Street Firehouse building demolition and site remediation, according to the…
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Five graduations at three sites send off MCVTS seniors
The weather cooperated as the Class of 2020 of the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools (MCVTS) graduated over two days at three outdoor locations. “MCVTS was finally able to have in-person graduations for all of our graduating seniors,” Superintendent of Schools Dianne M. Veilleux said in an email to the staff, according to information…
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South River mayor encourages residents to conserve water during heat wave
SOUTH RIVER – As the state is experiencing an ongoing heatwave, Mayor John Krenzel is asking borough residents to conserve their electricity, water and assist the elders. “As you are aware, it is hot. We are in a heatwave with high temperatures and high humidity. You are asked to look in on your neighbors, especially…
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South River mayor updates residents on water status
SOUTH RIVER–South River’s water treatment plant has been reconnected after months of testing and upgrades. On June 12, 2019, New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal charged Robert Baker, 56, of Mine Hill, the licensed operator for the South River Water Department, with submitting false water samples and records to a laboratory that tests samples for…
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South River unveils 300th anniversary banner kicking off year-long celebration
SOUTH RIVER–Setting off its year-long celebration to commemorate three centuries of existence, the South River Historical and Preservation Society unveiled the borough’s 300th anniversary banner. Members of the Borough Council, the South River Historical and Preservation Society and Mayor John Krenzel were present for the unveiling ceremony on June 26 in front of the South…
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South River Recreation Department will hold outdoor yoga classes
The South River Department of Parks and Recreation will be holding outdoor yoga classes from 6-7 p.m. at the Dailey’s Pond, located between Prospect and John streets. Yoga classes will be held on July 1, 6, 8, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 and Aug. 4. The location of the classes will be on the…