Archive for October, 2010

SOUTH AMBOY-In 1913, Wisconsin Creamery was at 235 Broadway. "We are doing more to reduce the high cost of living than any concern in America. Strictly fresh laid eggs in cartons and easy to carry home. Economical housewives cannot afford to pass us by." »

STATE -- The New Jersey Building Trades Council protested Gov. Chris Christie’s decision to kill the largest transportation project in the nation and with it, thousands of badly needed construction jobs. »

Republican incumbent U.S. Rep. Leonard Lance voted to continue this country's shameful practice of denying medical treatment to impoverished people. »

I read the Constitution and understand it. I like progressive Democrats who stand for shared prosperity, opportunity, liberty, equality and justice. Mediocre Dems can be defeated in primaries but tea baggers are not able to solve problems because government is part of the solution -- and they don't get it. »

Republican Congressional candidates have been vocal in calling for a return to American ideals while promising tax cuts and an end of big government. »

I’d like to take this time to share with you my thoughts on this year’s local election. As you prepare to make a decision in the upcoming election for Mayor and Council, allow me to express my opinion and choice for supporting Mayor Dan Reiman and Councilmen Bellino and Diaz. »

ELIZABETH -- The Union County Homicide Task Force continues to investigate the stabbing death of an Elizabeth woman who was discovered inside her apartment on Sunday evening, Union County Prosecutor Theodore J. Romankow said today. »

TRENTON – Senate Majority Leader Barbara Buono and Assemblywoman Valerie Vainieri Huttle today unveiled the “Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights” – bipartisan legislation designed to combat harassment, intimidation and bullying among students. »

TRENTON– The General Assembly on Monday will vote on legislation that would revise the state’s contract arbitration system for police and firefighters and limit unused sick leave payouts for all public workers. »

CARTERET--On Saturday, Oct. 23, Mayor Dan Reiman joined with the Borough Council and residents to dedicate the town’s park at Pershing and Essex Avenue to Dr. Bishop Willard K. Andrews, a beloved minister during his life in Carteret, as well as a World War II hero and community activist. »

MIDDELSEX COUNTY – Middlesex County marked the beginning of the Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative in Middlesex County Friday at the Family Courthouse. »

NEW BRUNSWICK -- Middlesex County Clerk Elaine M. Flynn announced last week that the county has entered into a shared services agreement with Monmouth County that will enable subscribers to file and track deeds and titles electronically. »

WOODBRIDGE – Avenel resident Michele Charmello was appointed to the Woodbridge Township Council last week, filling a seat vacated when Greg Bedard stepped down earlier this month. »

RAHWAY – Comedic icon Joan Rivers will take the stage at the Union County Performing Arts Center for one night only on Friday, Nov. 12 at 8 p.m. »

CRANFORD--Union County College will be hosting a fall open house for students who are interested in learning more about the college and for those who may be interested in enrolling for the spring semester. »

PISCATAWAY – The 2010 Faith Formation Convocation, sponsored by the Diocese of Metuchen Department of Formation and Leadership, will be held on Saturday, Nov. 6, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the St. John Neumann Pastoral Center, 146 Metlars Lane. »

Dear EarthTalk: What are the environmental benefits of the hydroponic growing of lettuce and other crops? -- Bruce Keeler,... »

SOMERSET -- Master craftspeople will display their talents during live demonstrations at the 16th annual Sugarloaf Crafts Festival in Somerset, Friday, Oct. 29 through Sunday, Oct. 31, at the Garden State Exhibit Center. »

BERKELEY HEIGHTS – New Jersey is known for its diners. In fact, Bayonne is credited as the birthplace of the first structured diner. To celebrate this popular symbol of New Jersey culture, Palisades car insurance company is inviting New Jersey residents to vote for their favorite diner as part of the first Palisades “Jersey... »

CLARK -- Clark Township will be offering free rabies vaccinations on Tuesday, Nov. 9, at the Clark Municipal Building, 430 Westfield Avenue between 6:30-7:30 p.m. »