SOUTH PLAINFIELD — Ed Potosnak, Democratic Candidate for Congress in New Jersey’s 7th Congressional District, held a press conference Wednesday at First Light Energy in South Plainfield in support of solar technology and the broad range of high technology companies that call the region home.
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Agreement Settles NJ “Pick-A-Payment” Mortgage Investigation
TRENTON –Wells Fargo Home Mortgage has agreed to provide New Jersey consumers with nearly $67 million in loan modifications and pay the state $3.98 million to resolve allegations that companies it acquired – Wachovia Corporation, Golden West and World Savings — deceptively marketed adjustable rate mortgage loans, Attorney General Paula T. Dow announced Wednesday.
Rahway Police Blotter: Sept. 27-Oct. 4
Sept. 27 at 2:05 p.m. – Officer Eugene DeCarlo investigated a theft at City Hall Plaza. The case remains open.
Student CSI Members Take Part In Unique Contest At Elizabeth School
ELIZABETH–The Benedictine Academy CSI Science contest held at the school on Saturday, Sept. 25, brought together a total of 13 teams, 11 schools, and 100 students, teachers, parents, and principals.
Clark Man Arrested In Drug Bust
CLARK – An 18-year-old Clark man was arrested Tuesday as the result of a four-month joint investigation conducted by the Union County Narcotics Strike Force and Clark Police officers.
Middlesex County Dental Office Billing Manager Sentenced To Prison for Bilking Insurance Companies
TRENTON – A dental office billing manager was sentenced to state prison Tuesday for billing insurance companies for dental procedures not rendered, Attorney General Paula T. Dow and Criminal Justice Director Stephen J. Taylor announced.
Woodbridge River Cleanup Targets Pumpkin Patch Brook
WOODBRIDGE – On Saturday, Oct. 9, Mayor John E. McCormac and members of the Municipal Council will join the Woodbridge Township Community Advisory Panel (CAP) and the Woodbridge Township Office of Emergency Management (OEM) to kick-off the 3rd Annual Woodbridge River Clean-Up Project.
Authorities Break Up Alleged Cocaine Operation At Port
ELIZABETH – Six New Jersey residents were among ten suspects arrested for their alleged roles in an operation to bring cocaine into the Port of New York and New Jersey.
Special Assembly Panel To Consider Ways To Improve New Jersey Economy & Create Jobs
TRENTON – A special Assembly panel will meet Thursday to consider ways to improve New Jersey’s economy and create jobs.
Bank Foundation Gives $5K Grant To Training Program For Low-Income Entrepreneurs
NEW BRUNSWICK – The Intersect Fund, a non-profit organization that provides a variety of business training services to low-income entrepreneurs, recently received a $5,000 grant from The Provident Bank Foundation.
Three North Jersey Men Arraigned for Allegedly Operating “Chop Shops”
TRENTON – Three Newark men were arraigned in court Monday on charges that they allegedly operated “chop shops” and sold the parts from stolen automobiles, Attorney General Paula T. Dow and Criminal Justice Director Stephen J. Taylor announced. A bench warrant was issued for a fourth defendant.
Tweets For Troops Send Hugs From Home
VAN NUYS, Calif. – More than 150,000 troops will be deployed in Afghanistan and Iraq this holiday season. In thanks for their service, Cinnabon is raising money for Operation Gratitude to send “Hugs from Home” care packages to our nation’s heroes.
Arts Guild Holds Encaustic Painting Workshop
RAHWAY–Registration is open for the Encaustic Painting Workshop with Francesca Azzara at Arts Guild New Jersey at 1670 Irving Street in Rahway, on Saturday, Oct. 23.