By TONY GALLOTTO
April 11, 2024OLD BRIDGE, NJ — Police have arrested a township Board of Education member and his wife ...
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By VICTORIA CARUSO
April 20, 2024
WATCHUNG, NJ - Although she currently resides over 450 miles away, technology has enabled former New Jersey resident Tessa Sherman the ability to resume and maintain her Pilates regimens with an instructor and studio she knows and trusts. When in-person classes were put on hold due to the ...
THE PLAINFIELDS, NJ - Two very special, well-known and admired residents of South Plainfield received the Rotary Club of the Plainfields’ Service Above Self Awards at a dinner held in their honor on April 10 at the Spain Inn. Seventy-three guests were present when Tom Cassio of Twin City ...
Newark is renowned at this time of year for the annual burst of color in the North Ward at Branch Brook Park, where its cherry trees erupt in shades of pink and white, purple and red, magenta and mauve. But only two miles away in Newark's downtown, the tourist agency that works to promote the city ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Get ready for the return of the South Plainfield School District’s Tiger Farms outdoor market, officially reopening for the season on May 8th. Operated by students from the Life Skills and Transition Academy, this farmer’s market-style event will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – The South Plainfield Police Department (SPPD) will soon welcome two new officers to the borough force. At a council meeting April 15, William Betines, a native of Old Bridge, and Natalie Devine, a lifelong resident of Middlesex, were officially sworn in. They are both ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - Middlesex County has so many diverse and exciting events happening throughout the year, and now it is much easier for residents to find out about them. Middlesexcountyculture.com is now live and features a one-stop shop to find out about all things – both big and small – ...
Have fun and enjoy picking fresh fruit right outside your door thanks to compact varieties you can grow in containers. Just clear some space on your patio, deck, balcony, or front steps that receives at least six hours of sunlight and get busy planting. Consider starting with strawberries. They ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - A sign-up event held in South Plainfield this past weekend provided local families the opportunity to add their loved one’s name to a county database designed to help law enforcement and first responders better assist special needs residents. The Special Needs Registry ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ _ It’s not exactly a secret to those who are involved with the South Plainfield High School girls lacrosse program that the Tigers face an exceedingly competitive schedule this season. But, they will never back down from a challenge and will continue to improve on a ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The South Plainfield Public Celebrations Committee is seeking nominations for the Honorary Grand Marshal for this year’s Labor Day Parade. On Monday, September 2, 2024, the 65th annual parade, themed “Once Upon a Parade”, will step off through our community, led by an ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy wants to pump nearly $1 billion more into New Jersey schools. The new spending would increase state aid to public schools by 5% over the current level and is meant to “fully fund” K-12 education to ensure that New Jersey children receive a top-notch ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The South Plainfield Elks Motorcycle Committee invites you to join them for a Grilled Cheese and Soup night on Friday, May 17th from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. This event is dedicated to supporting the Cabrera Family from South Plainfield. Jose Cabrera recently suffered from a ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - VFW Post 133 of East Brunswick, NJ is deeply honored to host the Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall at the East Brunswick Arts Center. This profound event will take place from May 23rd to May 27th, marking a time for remembrance, honor, and education. The event will take place ...
MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ - Excitement fills the air in Mountainside as Echo Lake Park transforms into a bustling Hollywood set for the filming of a highly anticipated Bob Dylan biopic movie. Starring Timothée Chalamet, the film promises to captivate audiences with the folk legend's story. Fans eagerly ...
WAYNE, NJ – New Jersey’s Warrior Hockey Team, led by two Wayne residents, Head Coach Ted Curtin and Captain Ernie Hernandez defeated the Nebraska Warriors 2-0 in the finals of Tier V, becoming this division’s first-ever national championship. The New Jersey Warriors are sponsored by the New ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – Franco Mitrano, a resident since 1966, has been named the South Plainfield Recreation Commission’s 2024’s ‘Cappy Award’ recipient. The borough’s highest volunteer recreation honor, the ‘Cappy Award’ is presented to individuals who ‘exemplify spirit and dedication to the ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - April is Child Abuse Prevention Month and, during a council meeting held last week, Mayor Matt Anesh presented a proclamation calling for all individuals, neighbors, community members, and citizens of South Plainfield to ‘help create healthy, nurturing, and safe experiences ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Members of the community are invited to mark the end of Ramadan with an Eid Celebration being hosted by the South Plainfield Public Library. The drop-in event (no registration required) will take place from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 13 at the South Plainfield ...
OLD BRIDGE, NJ — Police have arrested a township Board of Education member and his wife for allegedly embezzling $53,400 from the Grissom Elementary School PTA and from a popular youth football–cheerleading organization. School board member Leonardo Marchetta, 42, and his wife, Dana Marchetta, ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ – South Plainfield’s young anglers can head to Spring Lake Park on Saturday, June 2 for the return of the borough’s youth fishing derby. Aptly titled ‘Cops and Bobbers,’ the event is open to borough children ages 5 to 13. “We wanted to revive a borough tradition that so ...
Low maintenance, beautiful flowers, and plenty of varieties have made hydrangeas a favorite landscape plant. It seems you can’t visit a garden center or nursery without being tempted by one of the traditional favorites or newer hydrangea varieties. Despite their easy-care nature, hungry deer can ...
WASHINGTON, DC - The South Plainfield Model United Nations Club recently participated in George Washington University’s annual Washington Area Model United Nations Conference (WAMUNC). Departing on March 21st and returning on the 25th, 2024, the club members spent several days engaging in debate ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - The South Plainfield Police Department's Special Needs Registry Event is designed to ensure that police and other first responders have all the vital information they need to assist your loved one in case of an emergency. The registry will take place at the South Plainfield ...
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ – A 20-something in a hoodie is be-bop-bopping to the music, his head gently nodding to the bounce of the drums. A few tables over, a gray-haired gentleman polishing off his Pabst Blue Ribbon can’t take his eyes off the band. Nearby, a woman gives a hearty “Whoa!” at the ...
After more than 50 years together, Ellen and Dave Haug, would do almost anything for each other, including giving up one of their organs. “Of course I was willing to donate one of my kidneys to my wife to improve her quality of life and ultimately save it,” said Dave, who was luckily ...
Make some room in your garden or containers for the new All-America Selections 2024 National award-winning plants. These winning varieties are tested in trial gardens across the United States and Canada. Volunteer judges rate entries based on their improved performance, flavor, disease resistance, ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week 2024 runs from April 14 to April 20 and, at a recent council meeting, Mayor Matt Anesh encouraged members of the community to come together in ‘honor of the men and women whose diligence and professionalism keep our borough and ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Assembyman Sterley Stanley (D-18) has announced that the New Jersey Motor Vehicles Commission (NJMVC) Mobile Unit will be in East Brunswick at the East Brunswick Community Arts Center located at 721 Cranbury Rd, East Brunswick, NJ 08816 on Thursday, April 18th from 9AM Until ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - On April 7, South Plainfield Lodge 2298 celebrated the transition of leadership, honoring both outgoing and incoming officers and reflecting on the accomplishments of the past year. The afternoon ceremony was presided over by Past Exalted Ruler, Christine Sauer. A warm ...
NEW JERSEY - A South Plainfield native is taking the roofing business by storm and celebrating the one-year anniversary of her successful company. Amanda Veinott, who was born and raised in South Plainfield, is no stranger to facing challenges, but her persistence has led her to creating a ...
