May 25, 2006 RSS feed / Front Page

Cuts may be at expense of four new teachers

South River council reduces school tax hike from 28 to 21 cents

South Rover officials cut the defeated school tax levy by almost $300,000, recommending that four proposed middle school teaching positions be eliminated. More...

Show will aid Holocaust Resource Center efforts

MONROE - From literary to literal, from history to their story, the Chabad Jewish Center of Monroe has set this year's goal for the new Holocaust Resource Center. More...

Boro reduces tax hike after a bit of nip/tuck

Superintendent says some programs are unsafe due to boro's cuts

MILLTOWN - Borough and school officials have agreed to take 1.5 cents off the school tax rate hike. More...

Cleanup

CHRIS KELLY staff Zach Huxford, of Milltown, carries some trash that was collected during a cleanup of the Sawmill Brook in East Brunswick May 13. More...

Show of support

MIGUEL JUAREZ staff Helmetta's Theano Munzk and daughter, Theano Charitas, 2, wave to Christine Munzk as she lines up to accept her degree during commencement exercises for Monmouth University at PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel May 17. More...

Council discusses impact of tax appeals on budget

EAST BRUNSWICK - As the Township Council examines the municipal budget, residents are gaining a huge insight into what makes up a local budget and how much those items cost. More...

Married couple arrested on several drug charges

SOUTH RIVER - Police arrested a husband and wife for allegedly dealing drugs out of their borough home on More...

Dances, music, prayer mark annual powwow

Hundreds turn out to celebrate culture of American Indians

SAYREVILLE -- The singing and drumming of American Indians brought the intertribal dance to life for last weekend's annual powwow in Kennedy Park. More...

Murphy recognized as Principal of the Year

EAST BRUNSWICK - Award winners commonly book celebratory vacations to Walt Disney World, but East Brunswick High School Principal Robert Murphy had to cancel such plans after receiving the unexpected honor of New Jersey Secondary Principal of the Yea More...

Youth shows it's never too soon to get involved

Still 15, Joe Reid is ready to announce candidacy for office

HELMETTA - Joe Reid is a fixture at the borough's firehouse, he's the town's go-to-guy for all things recreation, and he has an exemplary attendance record at Borough Council meetings. More...

Garden variety

PHOTOS BY MIGUEL JUAREZ staff Above, Martha Bremer (r) shows Marie Vaughn the proper way to plant marigolds during the Spring Planting Day at Victory Gardens in East Brunswick Saturday. At right, Kevin Novak, 10, plants marigolds. More...

Letters

Citizens should get involved, take back Monroe

It should come as no surprise to anyone following the political activities in Monroe that our mayor is at it again. More...

Close the untaxed-farmland loophole

Everybody is discussing our high property taxes in New Jersey, and so far no one has come up with a solution. More...

Local concert was about more than talent

What a treat. On Sunday, April 23, the Spotswood Kids Play Committee staged a fundraising concert featuring artists from the Spotswood Music Academy on Main Street. More...

Obituaries

Obituaries

Rosalie Kullmann Altmann Mrs. Altmann, 79, of Highland Park, died May 14 at home. Her husband, Peter S. Altmann, died in 2002. More...

Schools

School will get reward for shipments to troops

SPOTSWOOD - A flag that once flew over U.S. troops in Afghanistan will now be placed in Spotswood High School. More...

Sports

Herbst an inspiration for her entire team

It was Senior Night for the East Brunswick High School girls track and field team last Tuesday, a special time reserved for the seniors on the squad to reflect back on their scholastic careers as their final season draws to a close. More...

Another strong spring for Bear golf, tennis teams

East Brunswick High School has long been strong in tennis and golf, and this spring has been no exception. More...

Knights play their best ball at the right time

Old Bridge boys among several local teams chasing titles

The Old Bridge High School boys baseball team overcame a 5-6 start to reach the semifinals of the Greater Middlesex Conference tourney, and the Knights are still active in NJSIAA Central Jersey Group IV competition. More...

Photo

SCOTT PILLING staff Heather Appleby, a student at South River High School, works on a chalk sketch during an artists workshop at Middlesex County College, Edison, May 18. More...

Council, media panel at odds over Web site

Debate centers on action to eliminate site's opinion page

Call it a "Catch-22."In response to recent controversy over material published on the borough's Web site, the Milltown Borough Council Monday took action that sparked a debate between members of the council and a group of volunteers who run the Web s More...

First-responders

STEVEN M. BARON A Herbert Drive man was injured around 6:50 a.m. Tuesday when he was struck on his driveway by part of a 60-foot-tall tree that fell from a neighbor's yard. More...

Work of art

SCOTT PILLING staff Danio Kim, a student at Churchill Junior High School in East Brunswick, paints a mural during an artists workshop at Middlesex County College, Edison, May 18. More...

Boro takes measures to reduce school costs

Helmetta makes cuts in transportation; requires reregistration

HELMETTA - In a special meeting Friday morning, the Borough Council resolved to cut about $150,000 from the defeated school budget. More...

Fundraisers

May 25 + Used Inkjet and Laser Computer Cartridge Collection, sponsored by the Spotswood High School Band. More...

Woman faces DWI, drug charges after car accident

EAST BRUNSWICK - A township woman was arrested on charges including drug possession after the vehicle she was driving reportedly struck a parked car on Gage Road. More...

Area towns to honor nation's military vets

Parades, services planned throughout Middlesex County

Local Memorial Day events this weekend will emphasize gratitude to those who have fought and died for their country. More...

Blossoming hobby lands E.B. man on ABC show

EAST BRUNSWICK - Assuming she could stand the traffic, even Bree Van De Kamp would be proud of what she'd find on East Waverly Drive. More...

Local performer delights in country music's roots

Mark Miklos and band to perform at Six Flags with Lee Ann Womack

EAST BRUNSWICK - Those looking for a reminder of the area's rural past need look no further than the music of township resident Mark Miklos. More...

Novelist explores future world of humans, A.I.

EAST BRUNSWICK - Even though his new book is science fiction, its social commentary is based on anything but fantasy. More...

Board takes new look at zoning

Borough may seek more age-restricted housing, address density issues

JAMESBURG - Officials are considering several ordinances that would put the borough's land use laws in concert with the master plan. More...

Municipal taxes could also be on rise in boro

SPOTSWOOD - Municipal taxes could rise by $153 on the average home if the borough's budget for 2006 goes without aid or is not cut further by borough officials. More...

Bulletin Board

Milltown rec offers trip, programs, pool badges

The Milltown Department of Recreation will offer several upcoming events. More...

Church will serve as viewing site for parade

The community is invited join in the fellowship and celebration of Memorial Day in Spotswood on May 29 at Trinity United Methodist Church, 70 Manalapan Road. More...

Villagers will present 'The Sound of Music'

Villagers Theatre, a nonprofit center for the performing and cultural arts, will present "The Sound of Music" at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays, June 2-25, at Villagers Theatre, 415 Demott Lane, Somerset section of Franklin. More...

Opinion

Greg Bean

Coda Gov's hospital bed tax is a ludicrous plan More...

Residents' message clear on redevelopment issue

There's a time and place for eminent domain. More...

Rebecca Gallanter

Guest Column Schools need residents' nurturing, support More...