July 24, 2008 RSS feed / Front Page

Memorial School is out of service for 2008-09

Students to be housed in portable classrooms outside 3 other schools
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

The fire that ripped through a portion of Memorial Elementary School in East Brunswick July 10 has rendered the school unusable for the coming school year, officials said last week. More...

New state regulations stall super's new contract

Madison expected to receive a new five-year contract
BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer

MILLTOWN - New state regulations have delayed finalizing a new contract for Superintendent of Schools Linda Madison. The contract was slated for a vote at the July 15 Board of Education meeting, but the decision was put off until at least Aug. More...

Police investigate residential burglary

SOUTH RIVER - Police are investigating a recent break-in that occurred at a borough residence. The burglary was reported at an Eastern Street home at 12:35 a.m. July 6. More...

Police: Bars violated days-old restrictions

Officers conduct compliance checks at two night spots
BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer

SOUTH RIVER - Police cited two borough bars for allegedly violating new conditions imposed on their liquor licenses. More...

Boro bonds for $16M for infrastructure needs

Road projects, utility needs being addressed in coming decade
BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer

SOUTH RIVER - Borough officials recently approved $4 million in bonds for improvements and inspections to address the town's aging infrastructure. More...

Music in the Park

Members of Caribbean Steel Beat perform at the gazebo near the lake in Thompson Park in Monroe July 17. The "Music in the Park" series continues tonight with the David Aaron Quintet. Performances are scheduled through Aug. 14. More...

The son also rises with new autism treatment program

Family sees improvement in son when using Son-Rise program
BY CHRIS MURINO Staff Writer

SOUTH BRUNSWICK - Srini Donthireddy's basement is quite colorful. Toys and puzzles are scattered throughout. A mirror hangs on the wall and a big beanbag chair covers the floor. More...

Letters

Veteran dismayed by termination of meetings at library

As a taxpayer in East Brunswick, a patron of The Friends of the Library in East Brunswick and adjutant of AMVETS (American Veterans) Post No. More...

Has right to advocate for responsible budgets

I have never written a letter to the editor, but I could not pass up the opportunity after reading Bonny Berger Kelter's letter, "Would Anti- Budget Seniors Have Once Supported School Tab?," in the July 10 issue of the Sentinel. More...

How much should residents have to pay for education?

I'm writing this because I am amazed at how much money we are expected to pay for education in our state. I live in a nice town with good, friendly people in it, so I enjoy living here. The township is East Brunswick, and the taxes are high. More...

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Red State / Blue State

A call for fair play in this political back and forth

DAVE SIMPSON & GREG BEAN Red State/Blue State

A political discussion between Red State conservative Dave Simpson - a former reporter, editor, publisher and columnist - and Greg Bean, Blue Stater and executive editor of Greater Media Newspapers. More...

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Obituaries

Robert Mahler

Mr. Mahler, 72, of East Brunswick, died July 2, 2008, in Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick. A photographer, he owned Creative Energy Associates, East Brunswick, for the past 30 years. More...

Mary J. Pepsin

Ms. Pepsin, 82, of South River, died July 8, 2008, in Raritan Bay Medical Center, Old Bridge division. Prior to her retirement, she was a seamstress in the South River garment industry. More...

Kathleen McHugh Brautigan

Mrs. Brautigan, 77, of East Brunswick, died July 8, 2008, in Saint Peter's University Hospital, New Brunswick. Her husband, John J. Brautigan, died in 2006, and a son-in-law, Patrick Raviola, died earlier this year. More...

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Photo

JEFF GRANIT staff Dick and Jane Brief dance to the calypso sounds of Caribbean Steel Beat, which performed at the gazebo in Thompson Park on July 17. More...

Jamesburg residents to decide library's fate

Borough officials expect to hold referendum in fall
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

Voters will likely decide this fall whether to keep Jamesburg's public library open or save money by using Monroe's facility. More...

Make your own pizza

Above: Stefano's restaurant employee Max Fiazo and owner Steve Goldstein show Gabby Ignotis (l) and Phillip Ding where to start pouring the sauce on the dough to make pizzas. More...

E.B. man, 21, charged with aggravated assault

EAST BRUNSWICK - A township man was arrested Sunday for allegedly shooting his ex-girlfriend's male acquaintance in the face in front of her house. More...

Adult day care operation expands facility, services

Construction will add 3,100 square feet by end of year
BY JESSICA SMITH Staff Writer

MONROE - Area seniors and others requiring extra care will still be able to enjoy the benefits of a full, social life, thanks to the expansion in progress at St. Peter's Adult Medical Daycare Center. More...

Mayoral candidates spar over vote on county fair

Klemp: Stahl acted in conflict due to campaign donation
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

EAST BRUNSWICK - A resolution about fireworks set off some fireworks of its own during Monday night's Township Council meeting. More...

Councilman seeks tests for lead on soccer fields

BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

EAST BRUNSWICK - The two new soccer fields at Heavenly Farms will undergo lead testing to make sure the surfaces do not pose health concerns. More...

Drive is on to get local man new specialty van

Store owners launch effort to help friend with muscular atrophy
BY MARY ANNE ROSS Correspondent

EAST BRUNSWICK - A baby bird and a little boy brought Lisa and Rich De- Marco together with Steve Weinraub. More...

Board pleased with final LaMer plans

Last two phases will add 478 town homes, garden apartments
BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer

The final sections of Sayreville's LaMer housing development have earned the unanimous approval of borough officials. More...

Kittens have showers too

BY KRISTIN TANGEL Correspondent

SAYREVILLE - The Sayreville Pet Adoption Center held a "Kitten Shower" on Saturday to showcase the many cats and kittens available for adoption. More...

Bulletin Board

Limited spaces still available at fundraiser

The Presbyterian Church of Jamesburg will hold a Flea Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 9 at its newly renovated facility, 175 Gatzmer Ave. Limited table-space reservations are still available at a cost of $15 each. Deadline is Aug. 4. More...

Advocates sought for neglected children

CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Middlesex County is looking for volunteers to advocate in Family Court on behalf of abused and neglected children in out-of-home placements. More...

Blood drive planned for Aug. 2 at O.B. church

St. Thomas the Apostle Church, in cooperation with Knights of Columbus Council No. 4815, will hold a summer blood drive from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug. 2 in the parish auditorium, Route 18 south, Old Bridge. More...

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Opinion

Move to shut down library unfortunate, but necessary

It's a sad state of affairs when a town is so hamstrung by ridiculous state laws that it will consider doing away with a valuable program. More...

In some marriages, there's nothing like a close shave

GREG BEAN Coda

Today, as part of my occasional series of columns on marital relationships, I'd like to discuss an issue of some interest to both sexes. Specifically, I'd like to talk about shaving. More...

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Sports

Local players highlight Snapple Bowl XV

Knight makes return to gridiron after missing 2007 season with injury
BY WARREN RAPPLEYEA Staff Writer

When discussing a humid evening and a long rain delay, baseball is the sport that comes to mind. More...

Fluke fishing remains the only game in town

RON NUZZOLO Fish On

With Raritan Bay temps reaching 70 degrees, the fishing has turned on and the fish are hitting everything from squid-killie combos to peanut bunkers. More...

Sports Shorts

Rutgers senior quarterback Mike Teel was named to the Watch List for the 2008 Davey O'Brien Award. More...

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