November 8, 2007 RSS feed / Front Page

Incumbents defeated in South River race

Eppinger, GOP candidates unseat Szegeti, Sliker
BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer

An era of Democratic control in South River will come to an end this year. More...

Accidents in E.B. spur driver-safety programs

BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

EAST BRUNSWICK - In the wake of a recent fatal car accident in which a teenage driver was charged with violating the terms of his provisional driver's license, a townwide effort has emerged to promote safe driving. More...

Cat killed by dog had rabies

MONROE - A stray cat found in the vicinity of Schoolhouse Road and Mount Mills Road tested positive for rabies last week, bringing the total number of rabid animals reported within Middlesex County this year to 14. More...

Democrats victors in Monroe race

BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer

MONROE - Voters sent the message that they are happy with their current government, evidenced by the re-election of the longtime incumbent mayor and two incumbent Township Council members. More...

Letters

Celebrate heroes who protected, defended

' I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear true faith and allegiance to the same; and that I will obey the orders of the preside More...

Money used for Borden case could have been put to better use

On Oct. 3, the U.S. 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals weighed the case of Marcus Borden vs. the East Brunswick School District. Before the decision comes out, the citizens of East Brunswick have already lost. More...

Were residents voting for open space or synthetic turf?

When the voters approved the Middlesex County Open Space Fund, it was intended to be used to purchase lands for recreation and conservation purposes and to balance open space and development. The recent $2. More...

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Obituaries

Wasily Domanow

Mr. Domanow, 79, of Edison, died Oct. 25, 2007, in Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick. More...

Grace Corio Faraci

Mrs. Faraci, 89, of North Brunswick, died Nov. 6, 2007, at home. Born in Rossiter, Pa., she resided in New Brunswick prior to relocating to North Brunswick 42 years ago. More...

Anna Hauser Kaminski

Mrs. Kaminski, 82, of East Brunswick, died Nov. 5, 2007, at Care One, Perth Amboy. Born in Perth Amboy, she resided in Old Bridge prior to relocating to East Brunswick 42 years ago. More...

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Locally themed WWII exhibit to open in E.B.

BY MARY ANNE ROSS Correspondent

EAST BRUNSWICK - After months of preparation, the township's Historical Society will open a World War II exhibit on Sunday, complete with local stories and in-person veterans. More...

Bradford, Republicans take Milltown election

Council newcomers defeat incumbents Steeber, Deinzer
BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer

The Republican candidates swept at the polls Tuesday, indicating voters' satisfaction with the incumbent mayor, and a desire for change on the Milltown Borough Council. "It was amazing," said Mayor Gloria Bradford. More...

Dog will accompany student in high school

Golden retriever will signal for help in event of seizure
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

SPOTSWOOD - A borough high school student will soon be accompanied by a service dog in school to help her in the event of an epileptic seizure. More...

LaMantia, Dems win in election

BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

JAMESBURG - Incumbent Democrats held onto all four seats on the governing body that were up for grabs Tuesday. Mayor Anthony LaMantia won his third straight four-year term by defeating Republican Gregory Newton by a vote of 507 to 409. More...

Fumes overcome office employees

EAST BRUNSWICK - Several employees of a local business were overcome by fumes last week when roof work was being done on their building. Police, fire and first-aid units responded to 557 Cranbury Road on Oct. 30 at 2:39 p.m. More...

Moreno takes his place among Bulldog greats

Former Mid South RB nets third straight 100-yard performance
BY DOUG McKENZIE Staff Writer

The more you cover high school football, the better you become at identifying a special player. Makes sense, right? Only it doesn't always hold true. More...

Bulletin Board

Donors sought for Nov. 10 blood drive

New Jersey Blood Services will hold a blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 10 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 3139 Route 516, at Route 9, Old Bridge. Donors are sought. Blood supplies are low in the region. More...

Youngsters invited to see 'Potions' at library

Piccirillo Sciencetelling will present "Potions," a program for children of all ages, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. on Nov. 13 at the Spotswood Public Library, 548 Main St. More...

Tickets on sale for Holiday Tricky Tray

The South River Primary/Elementary School PTA will hold a Holiday Jingle Tricky Tray beginning at 8 p.m. on Nov. 9 at Knights of Columbus Hall, Jackson St., South River. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. More...

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Opinion

Coda

More money than sense in 12th District Senate race
GREG BEAN

As I write this, the general election in New Jersey is six days away and the winner in the highly contentious 12th Legislative District Senate race between incumbent Democrat Ellen Karcher and Republican challenger and current Assemblywoman Jennife More...

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Sports

Overtime playoff drama for East Brunswick

Clockwise from top left: East Brunswick's Raphael Smith reacts as his shot on goal just goes wide against North Brunswick in the quarterfinal round of the NJSIAA Group IV Tournament in North Brunswick Nov. 2. More...

Fish On

Bass fishing starting to come alive in area
RON NUZZOLO

Surf reports from Ortley Beach north to the Sandy Hook rips are finally producing some keeper size bass. Wind conditions made it tough to get out but anglers off the surf made up for it. More...

Sports Shorts

The Cheesequake Baseball League will be holding registration for the 2007/2008 incoming season. In person registration will be held on Nov. 17, Dec. 1, and Dec. 15 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. More...

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