Tag: South River
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South River council accepts state grant application for police body cameras
SOUTH RIVER – The South River Borough Council has approved a resolution accepting the New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, Office of the Attorney General, grant for body-worn cameras. Municipal officials said the borough is committed to transparency, technology advancements and the safety of South River’s police officers and community members. They said…
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South River council introduces ordinance to establish fire committee duties
SOUTH RIVER–The Borough Council introduced and approved an ordinance, which if adopted, will amend the municipal code to establish the purpose and duties of the Fire Committee. “The [South River] Fire Department was looking to establish a way to assist the fire chief in activities outside of fire suppression. The term Fire Committee existed in…
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South River council president resigns, replaced by Republican candidate for council
SOUTH RIVER–With the unexpected resignation of Council President Raymond Eppinger, the governing body appointed Republican Jason Oliveria as its newest member. “Eppinger was going to finish his term and then sell his house which was too big for his wife and him. Someone came along and made a very good offer. He took the offer…
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Notice: South River issues boil water advisory
The Borough of South River experienced an issue at the water plant that caused a temporary loss of water pressure. The NJDEP advised the borough issue a precautionary Boil Water Advisory for the entire borough. A notice will be sent out once the system is repaired and the Boil Water Advisory is lifted. For…
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South River High School celebrates the Class of 2021
South River High School held its graduation ceremony for the Class of 2021 at Denny Stadium at the high school on June 23.
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South River council introduces $1.4M bond ordinance for various capital improvements
SOUTH RIVER–The Borough Council introduced a $1.486 million bond ordinance, which if adopted, will partially fund various capital improvements throughout the municipality. The various capital improvements will include: The purchasing of a sanitation truck, mason dump truck, dump truck, pickup truck, lawnmowers and containers; Improvements to the South River Police Department’s kitchen, locker room and…
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South River High School’s valedictorian and salutatorian are proud of accomplishments
SOUTH RIVER–From writing their speeches to picking out a cap and gown, South River High School’s valedictorian Jennifer DeBellis and salutatorian Faith Dedopoulos are ready for high school graduation, but then to move on to their college plans. DeBellis, 18, said she is very proud of herself and is excited to be this year’s valedictorian.…
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Two South River police officers file lawsuits against superior alleging sexual harassment
SOUTH RIVER–Two South River Police Department officers filed separate lawsuits against their commanding Lt. John McKenna, both alleging sexual assault, harassment and a hostile work environment. Patrolman Joseph Guiamano and Sgt. Jonathan Minacapelli are suing McKenna, Chief of Police Mark Tinitigan, the Borough of South River, Mayor John Krenzel, the borough’s Public Safety Committee, the…
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Primary election results for South River
SOUTH RIVER–As ballots are being counted, Democrats David Pizzuto and Margaret Kenny received a total of 837 votes in the Primary Election on June 8. The partial and unofficial results representing ballots received were processed as of 1:55 a.m. on June 9, according to the Middlesex County website. Pizzuto won 410 votes and Kenny won…