By Mayor John E. McCormac May is Senior Month in Woodbridge Township. Senior Month allows us the opportunity to recognize and challenge senior residents and to provide services and activities that stimulate, educate, and encourage an active and challenging lifestyle. Senior Month offers educational, recreational, and entertainment activities designed for senior and adult... »
“Tax Scams are prevalent this time of year since we are in the midst of the tax filing season. The IRS reminds the public that scammers just don’t go away after April 15. Tax related scams are still prevalent throughout the year,” said IRS Spokesperson Gregg Semanick. “Taxpayers should be wary of scams to... »
STATE—To help commemorate National Arbor Day, everyone who joins the Arbor Day Foundation during the month of April will receive 10 free shade trees. National Arbor Day and New Jersey’s Arbor Day is celebrated on the last Friday in April, which is April 24 this year. The 10 free shade trees are red oak,... »
STATE—Sports betting is illegal in New Jersey, but many voters favor changing that. According to the latest results from Fairleigh Dickinson University’s PublicMind, 63 percent of voters say they would favor making sports-betting legal in New Jersey at Atlantic City casinos, while 32 percent say they would oppose it. Men favor it by more... »
UNION COUNTY – On Saturday, April 18, the YMCA of Eastern Union County invites the community to participate in YMCA Healthy Kids® Day, the nation’s largest health day for children and families. Healthy Kids Day includes fun, engaging and creative activities for children and families and promotes year-long wellness and healthy living. YMCA Healthy... »
By Michael S. Goldberger, film critic It’s hard to take Seth Rogen seriously. Which is probably why “Observe and Report,” a darkly comic tale about a bipolar mall security guard’s delusions of grandeur, rather works. You know the deal. The sad sack is so desirous of a status outside his disparaged lot in... »
Students Participate In Leadership Forum—Five students from Perth Amboy Catholic School were invited to attend the 2009 People to People World Leadership Forum in Washington, D.C. Selection for participation in the World Leadership Forum is based on high academic standing and promising leadership potential. Shivali Govani, Christina Puntiel, Tomasz Kasztelan, Kerry Dyke and Katarzyna... »
By Christopher Kosseff and Theresa Miskimen If you are experiencing increased levels of stress and anxiety, aren’t sleeping or eating well, and are worried over how the economic meltdown may be impacting you and your family, you may benefit from the local support groups conducted by mental health organizations throughout the state. Professionally-run support... »
By Ronald G. Rios A healthy nation begins with healthy individuals. With that said, I ask each resident this question, what can you do today to improve your health? Every April since 1995, the American Public Health Association observes National Public Health Week. This year’s theme is “Building a Foundation for a Healthy America.”... »
By John S. Wisniewski As I watch the nightly news or read the newspapers these days, I see an alarming trend. There are far too many tragic headlines involving children and fire. Each year, hundreds of young lives are lost, because children do not know the basics of what to do when faced with... »
by Diane Norek Harrison ELIZABETH-This was sent to me by Mr. William Frolich: “It was on the 16th of April in the year 1789, that George Washington was informed in Mt. Vernon that he had been unanimously elected as the President of the United States and he made plans travel to New York City,... »
STATE—The Republican National Coalition for Life Political Action Committee endorsed GOP gubernatorial candidate Steve Lonegan. The pro-life endorsement is perceived as a major blow to the campaign of former U.S. Attorney Christopher J. Christie, a liberal Republican who is unpopular with conservatives because he supports abortion and gay rights. “I am honored by the... »
HIGHLAND PARK – The number of Americans paying more for health insurance policies that cover less has increased 60 percent since 2003, a troubling trend that is exacerbated by and contributing to the economic crisis according to a Community Catalyst report released last week in collaboration with NJ Citizen Action. When Coverage Fails: Causes... »
WOODBRIDGE—Mayor John E. McCormac launched “Tooling Around The Township – 2009,” the annual community-based program that organizes teams of volunteers, local trades’ persons and business sponsors to fix-up, repair and help maintain homes for senior and disabled township residents. “I’m excited to announce that ‘Tooling Around the Township – 2009’ is on target for... »
SOUTH BRUNSWICK—Earth Day has long been a time to think globally and act locally. That’s why on Wednesday, April 22, Middlesex County’s office of Rutgers Cooperative Extension invites you to celebrate Earth Day at the EARTH Center in Davidson’s Mill Pond Park, 42 Riva Avenue, South Brunswick, from 4 to 7 p.m. Families are... »
Young Artists Earned Showcase – During Youth Art Month, artwork by young artists from throughout the county was exhibited at IKEA in Elizabeth. Seventh grader Sean Carolan, second grader Brian Conaty and sixth grader Christine Golden represented St. John the Apostle School. (Photo courtesy of St. John the Apostle School) »
STATE—Hindus have urged New Jersey Department of Education to add nine more Hindu festivals, including Durgapuja, to its “List of Religious Holidays Permitting Pupil Absence From School.” Acclaimed Hindu and Indo-American statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement last week, said that Hinduism was rich in festivals and festivals were very dear to Hindu families.... »
TRENTON – New laws aimed at increasing teen driver safety were signed into today by Gov. Jon S. Corzine. The measures implement top recommendations of the state’s Teen Driver Study Commission and increase restrictions placed on teen drivers. “Kyleigh’s Law” requires drivers who hold a learner’s permit, examination permit or provisional driver’s license to... »
WOODBRIDGE – Mayor John E. McCormac today announced that an 18 year-old adult and a 17 year-old juvenile from Avenel have been arrested by the Woodbridge Police Department and charged with intentionally setting fire to playground equipment at the 5th District Park and Playground located in the Avenel section of Woodbridge Township. The April... »
STATE – Republican gubernatorial candidate Christopher Christie, who built up a record as a corruption buster in seven years as the state’s top federal prosecutor, has found his own ethics called into question in recent weeks. The allegations could affect Christie’s chances to win the GOP nomination. This year’s Republican primary contest is a... »
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