November 2, 2006 RSS feed / Front Page

Frost on the Pumpkin Race

SCOTT FRIEDMAN Kendra Russano is congratulated by her kids, Tyler, 6, Abbey, 4, and Trent, 3, as she finishes the 10K run at the South River Frost on the Pumpkin Road Races Sunday. More...

Tickets available for storytelling fest

John McCutcheon will be the featured performer at the East Brunswick Friends of the Library's 14th annual James Hess Folklore and Storytelling Festival set for 8 p.m. on Nov. 18 and 2 p.m. on Nov. 19 at the library, Jean Walling Civic Center. More...

Musicians to rock for a cause Saturday

South River benefit features Spook Handy, seven other artists
BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer

SOUTH RIVER - Local musicians will perform this weekend for a developmentally disabled man who recently underwent costly surgery. More...

Donations sought for winter coat drive

Monroe Chiropractic Care and Fiddlehead's Restaurant and Elks Lodge No. More...

Monroe woman, 81, dies after fire

MONROE - An 81-year-old township woman whose clothing caught fire when she was taking food out of her oven Oct. 19 has died. More...

Fund-raisers

Nov. 2 + Pasta Dinner, sponsored by the Spotswood High School Touchdown Club, to benefit the Charger Star program, 5:30-7:30 p.m., in the cafetorium at the high school, Summerhill Road. Seatings: 5:30, 6, 6:30, 7, 7:30 p.m. More...

GOP: We'll be board's 'badly needed conscience'

Geoffrey Champion, Andrew Tidd seek freeholder seats
BY JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer

The Republican candidates for Middlesex County freeholder are looking to restore a system of checks and balances to the board with their election Tuesday. More...

South River Borough Council

What is your stance on the borough's efforts to redevelop properties in town, and what would you advocate for future redevelopment? More...

Milltown Borough Council

At stake: Two three-year terms on the Borough Council More...

East Brunswick Township Council

At stake: Three four-year terms on the Township Council More...

Milltown cleanup scheduled for Nov. 5

The Milltown Environmental Commission, the Lawrence Brook Watershed Partnership, New Jersey Community Water Watch and Milltown Girl Scouts will sponsor an environmental cleanup around the borough waterways beginning at noon on Nov. 5. More...

Father of E.B. shooter likely to serve 5 years

BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer

EAST BRUNSWICK - The father of the boy who shot and killed his 12-year-old friend last June is expected to serve prison time after pleading guilty last week to endangering the welfare of a child. More...

'Tribute to the Count' next up at music center

The Imperial Band will present "A Tribute to the Count," a concert honoring legendary musician Count Basie, from 2-4 p.m. on Nov. 5 at the Imperial Music Center, 48 Appleby Ave., South River. More...

S.R. railroad crossing will get major upgrade

SOUTH RIVER - A deteriorated railroad crossing just south of the Wawa convenience store on Willett Avenue will be getting a much-needed upgrade next month. More...

First-aiders will run in NYC for ambulance

Team of four from rescue squad raising funds for new vehicle
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

EAST BRUNSWICK - Volunteers with the township's rescue squad will run in the New York City Marathon this weekend to raise funds for a badly needed new ambulance. More...

Letters

Milltown commissions do have value; letter spread misinformation

In response to the letter in the Oct. 26 issue of the Sentinel from Thomas J. Cappella and Thomas D. Fallon ("Borough Must Examine Questions Concerning Commission"), I feel compelled to respond to some inaccuracies and misconceptions stated. More...

Historic preservation is imperative for Milltown

I would like to respond to the letter to the editor regarding the possible formation of a historical commission/committee in Milltown ("Borough Must Examine Questions Concerning Commission," Sentinel, Oct. 26). More...

Finance committee chairman did not do the math

Our elected officials need to be honest with the residents they serve. In an article in the Oct. More...

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Obituaries

Obituaries

Eleanor L. Tomaszewicz Maklary Mrs. Maklary, 91, of South River, died Oct. 28, 2006, in Applegarth Care Center, Monroe. Prior to her retirement in 1974, she owned Uncle Louie's Tavern, South River, for 28 years. More...

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Schools

Medusa is their Muse

PHOTOS BY SCOTT FRIEDMAN Above: The East Brunswick High School Marching Band performs "Medusa." Right: East Brunswick High School Marching Band Capt. More...

Mole Day

Above, Danielle Slater shows her "Moleopoly" game to her classmates during Mole Day at East Brunswick High School. Mole Day is celebrated each Oct. 23 from 6:02 a.m. More...

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Photo

SCOTT FRIEDMAN Dave De Monico, eventual winner of the annual South River Frost on the Pumpkin 10K race Sunday, pulls ahead of the pack early on. More...

Landfill to be sued over river pollution

Group claims owner failed to clean, prevent discharge into Raritan
BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer

An environmental group is expected to sue the Edgeboro Landfill in East Brunswick on charges it has polluted the Raritan River over several decades. More...

Township, commuters grapple with new tax

7% state sales tax amounts to 28¢ a day for some commuters
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

EAST BRUNSWICK -- Commuters already worried about the prospect of the township increasing municipal parking rates are now facing a hike courtesy of the state. More...

Classmates still cheering for SRHS, 50 years later

SOUTH RIVER - It's a half-century since they bid farewell to South River High School, but the members of the class of 1956 still share an appreciation for their alma mater and its football team. More...

Craft fair on agenda at E.B. Senior Center

The annual East Brunswick Senior Center Craft Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 4 at the senior center, Jean Walling Civic Center Drive. More...

Bear stroll

MIGUEL JUAREZ staff Erin Lortz and Teresa Thorne, inside the bear, check out some of the scarecrows lining the street in downtown Jamesburg Oct. 21. More...

Holt calls for immediate withdrawal of troops

Incumbent U.S. Rep. Rush Holt (D-12) says that America needs to get the troops out of Iraq right now and develop more diplomatic ties, and that alternative energy sources must be found before it's too late. More...

Dems pledge to improve efficiency, education

Incumbents Pulomena, Polos say they're proud of their accomplishments
BY JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer

Constituents, then county, then party. That is the order of priority the current Middlesex County Democratic freeholders say they have taken when handling their position. More...

East Brunswick Township Council

What new programs or projects would you endorse and work on as a council member over the next four years? More...

Helmetta Borough Council

At stake: Two three-year council terms and one-year unexpired term More...

Jamesburg Council

At stake: Two three-year terms on the Borough Council More...

Wetlands park will be created next to 41 homes

BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer

MONROE - Some 41 single-family homes will be built alongside 71 acres of preserved open space under a development plan approved last week. More...

Sinagra: U.S. must finish important work in Iraq

Joe Sinagra says that he's just an ordinary guy, and thus he understands the issues important to the ordinary guy. More...

Music, TV students team to make DVD for troops

SPOTSWOOD - Students at Memorial Middle School and Spotswood High School teamed up recently to create a DVD that will be shipped to troops overseas. More...

Some press on in battle to quell restaurant noise

BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

SPOTSWOOD - Despite a recent court decision, neighbors of the Kabaret say noise from loud music continues to be a problem. More...

Bulletin Board

Blood drive planned for Nov. 4 at Society Hill

The Blood Center of New Jersey will sponsor a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 4 in the Society Hill Clubhouse, 400 Thames Drive, Old Bridge. More...

Historical society plans Nov. 12 Apple Festival

The Madison Township Historical Society, serving Old Bridge Township, will sponsor its annual Apple Festival from noon to 4 p.m. on Nov. 12 at the Old Bridge Municipal Center, Route 516 and Cottrell Road. More...

'Holiday Knitting' next up at library

A "Holiday Knitting With Tammy Knorr" program is set for 1 p.m. on Nov. 8 at the Monroe Township Public Library, 4 Municipal Plaza. More...

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Opinion

An informed voter makes the best decision at polls

Gr eg B ean Coda As we count down to the elections, I've been taking calls from local politicians and their handlers wondering if they'll get our endorsement before voters go to the polls. More...

Election will determine control of town councils

While the races for federal office have glommed much of the spotlight this campaign season, there is no shortage of important choices to be made at the municipal and county levels on Nov. 7. More...

For the Record

An article in the Oct. 19 edition of the Sentinel incorrectly stated that Sandra Buchan vacated her Helmetta Borough Council seat earlier this year and that John Caputo was appointed in her place. More...

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Sports

Bears prove to be one of state's elite teams

East Brunswick girls finish second at Tournament of Champions
BY RICHARD JEROME Staff Writer

It was a stellar year for the East Brunswick High School girls' tennis team, as head coach Karyn Grant's 20-1 Bears swept four titles - the Greater Middlesex Conference, the Red Division, and the Group IV sectionals and states. More...

Sports Shorts

Monroe Township's U12 boys travel basketball team's tenacious defense held Millstone scoreless in the first quarter, as Monroe rolled to a 44-12 victory. More...

Bombers team finishes with plenty to celebrate

Local teams zero in on tournament crowns
BY WARREN RAPPLEYEA Staff Writer

A successful season came to an end for the Sayreville High School boys soccer team on Tuesday in the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group IV playoffs. More...

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