East Brunswick
Wild Weekend Weather
STATE – Residents of Linden and Rahway heard a tremendous boom at about 9 a.m. Sunday, but officials say it was just thunder from the incredible storm that struck all weekend. Pouring rain and fierce winds triggered flood warnings, downed trees, closed roads and stopped trains across New Jersey. The National Weather Service clocked wind gusts... »
Community Calendar
Book Sale • March 12 & 13 from 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. – The Friends of the Cranford Public Library will hold a used book sale in the cellar of the library, located at 224 Walnut Ave. Most prices range from 25 cents to $6. For info, call 908-709-7281. »
Buono Calls On Governor, NJ Transit To Rethink East Brunswick Bus Cuts
TRENTON – On Monday, Senate Majority Leader Barbara Buono (D-Middlesex) called on Governor Christie and New Jersey Transit to reconsider the proposed bus route eliminations that would severely limit options for East Brunswick commuters traveling to Manhattan and North Jersey and requested that a hearing be held in Middlesex County to allow concerned residents... »
Police Make Arrest In 2009 Sayreville Fatal Beating
SAYREVILLE – Police arrested an East Brunswick man who has been charged with fatally beating and robbing a 55-year-old Sayreville woman in her Winding Wood apartment last summer, authorities announced Saturday. »
Journey To Greece Through Dance
EAST BRUNSWICK – The Hellenic Dancers of New Jersey will celebrate Greek Independence Day on Sunday, March 21, at East Brunswick Vocational School, 112 Rues Lane, with a performance of traditional Greek folk dance from 3 – 5 p.m. Light refreshments will be available for purchase during intermission. »
4-H Invites You To Have “Breakfast With The Bunnies”
EAST BRUNSWICK—On Saturday, March 27, Middlesex County’s 4-H Junior Council will present “Breakfast with the Bunnies” at the Middlesex County 4-H Center, 645 Cranbury Road, East Brunswick. »
Candidates File For School Board Races
MIDDLESEX COUNTY – Monday was the deadline for school board candidates to file nominating petitions to run in the April 20 school elections. These are the candidates from Middlesex County. »
Community Calendar
Clearance Sale • Now through March 6 – Best Friend Dog & Animal Adoption is having a winter clothing clearance sale at their thrift shop, 1750 E. Second St., Scotch Plains. The store is open from 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. every day except Sunday. Proceeds benefit the animal rescue group. For info, call... »
New Jersey Prepares For Another Winter Storm
STATE – A winter storm could bring over a foot of snow to central New Jersey on Thursday, according to National Weather Service predictions. »
Community Calendar
Clearance Sale • Now through March 6 – Best Friend Dog & Animal Adoption is having a winter clothing clearance sale at their thrift shop, 1750 E. Second St., Scotch Plains. The store is open from 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. every day except Sunday. Proceeds benefit the animal rescue group. For info, call... »
Manasquan Man Admits Sexual Assaults
NEW BRUNSWICK—A 43-year-old Manasquan man pleaded guilty Tuesday to two counts of sexual assault, admitting he molested two girls on separate occasions, Middlesex County Prosecutor Bruce J. Kaplan announced. »
Community Calendar
Flea Market • Feb. 20 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. – The Linden Knights of Columbus, 118 N. Park Ave., will hold a flea market. Kitchen open for breakfast & lunch. Next flea market: March 20 – tables are $20. Call 1-908-486-9518 or 1-908-374-5444. »
Wisniewski Schedules Hearing On NJ Transit Subsidy Cut
TRENTON – Assembly Transportation Chairman John Wisniewski on Friday announced the panel will hear testimony on the potential impact of the governor’s plan to slash NJ Transit’s subsidy and the fare hikes and service cuts that may result. »
Christie Announces Cuts To Meet NJ’s Fiscal Crisis
TRENTON – Gov. Chris Christie said that New Jersey is in a “state of financial crisis” and outlined cuts to address a $2.2 billion gap in this year’s budget before a joint session of the Legislature this morning. »
“I Love 4-H” Spaghetti Dinner Benefit Planned
EAST BRUNSWICK — On Sunday, Feb. 28,Middlesex County 4-H will host a spaghetti dinner. The dinner takes place from 4—8 p.m. at the County 4-H Center, 645 Cranbury Rd., East Brunswick. Proceeds will go towards much-needed repairs of the Middlesex County 4-H Center. Ticket prices for this event are $8 per person which includes dinner... »
Blizzard Warning In Effect
STATE -- Road crews are working to clear New Jersey highways and major roadways, but the worst of this winter storm may not have come yet. The National Weather Service has a blizzard warning in effect for the state. High winds -- with gusts of up to 45 miles per hour -- are expected this... »
Lawmakers Unveil State Pension Reform Plan
TRENTON – Senators from both parties introduced legislation to reform New Jersey’s troubled pension system on Monday. »
NJDOT Gears Up For Another Blast Of Winter Weather
TRENTON - The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) is preparing for another potentially significant winter storm, expected to arrive this evening. The storm would be the second major weather event in New Jersey in the last four days. »
New Jersey Prepares For More Winter Weather
STATE – Another snowstorm is moving in later tonight and could blanket the area with between 8-18 inches before tapering off Wednesday night. »
Community Calendar
Thrift Shop Sale • Feb 12 & 13 from 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. – Best Friend Dog & Animal Adoption will hold a 50% off sale at their thrift shop, located at 1750 E. Second St., Scotch Plains. Proceeds will support the rescue group and donations of dog and cat food is also... »
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