May 21, 2009 RSS feed / Front Page

Spotswood EMS takes on calls in Helmetta

Neighboring boroughs approve first-time program
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

Spotswood will provide first-response emergency medical services for Helmetta under a new interlocal agreement between the neighboring towns. More...

S.R. native tells how to get that 'belly off'

Men's Health editor pens book on weight loss
BY KATHY CHANG Staff Writer

Former South River resident Jeff Csatari has written his first book on the secrets of Belly Off success, which comes right in time for the warm weather. More...

Jewish groups collaborate for family day on May 25

EAST BRUNSWICK — The Campus for Jewish Life will hold the second annual Central Jersey Jewish Family Fun Day on Memorial Day, May 25. More...

Relay for Life comes to Heavenly Farms

BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

EAST BRUNSWICK — The American Cancer Society is encouraging area residents to take part in an all-night Relay for Life that will raise money for research and advocacy efforts. More...

E.B. library director leaves for Albany post

Mayor, council president upset with library actions
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

EAST BRUNSWICK — Library Director Carol Nersinger is leaving her post to take a similar job in Albany, N.Y. More...

Idea for football field at county park gets blocked

DKM property to house soccer and lacrosse teams
BY JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer

Although there has been interest in a football field being added to the new county park being built on the border of North Brunswick and Milltown, the possibility seems very slim. More...

Career shows farrier doesn't horse around

Witkins' work with animals won him roles in movies, TV
BY JANE MEGGITT Staff Writer

MONROE — To the casual observer, there may not be much of a connection between civil engineering and horseshoeing. More...

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David Catalano of East Brunswick, a student in the garde manger class at Middlesex County College, learns the fundamentals of ice carving in front of the College Center. More...

Letters

Child-protection service in disarray

The children. Has anyone considered the health and well-being of the children during these times of financial hardship? Monetary burden gives rise to child abuse and neglect. More...

Board being secretive about selection process for superintendent

What is the Spotswood Board of Education up to now? John Krewer announced he will retire as Spotswood superintendent of schools on Nov. 1, 2009, having just been hired in 2006. How does a school board find qualified applicants? More...

Thanks go out to residents for success of food drive

This is an open letter to the residents of South River and East Brunswick. On behalf of the South River mayor, Borough Council and Board of Health, I would like to thank all volunteers and participants for their efforts during the U.S. More...

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Obituaries

Joan R. Roman

Mrs. Roman, 73, of Metuchen, died May 16, 2009, in JFK Medical Center, Edison. Born in Blakley, Pa., she lived in Dixon City, Pa., before moving to Metuchen 49 years ago. She co-owned the Metuchen Craft Shoppe for 17 years. More...

Carole Marino Gotelli

Mrs. Gotelli, 94, of East Brunswick, died May 1, 2009, in Cranbury Center-Genesis ElderCare, Monroe. Her husband, William T. Gotelli, died in 1984. More...

Edward J. Kwiatkowski

Mr. Kwiatkowski, 93, of Point Pleasant Beach, formerly of Sayreville, died May 1, 2009, in Meridian Health Care, Brick Town section of Brick. Prior to his retirement in 1978, he was employed as a shipping clerk with E.I. More...

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CHRIS KELLY staff Erin Kowalski, 7, of South River, navigates a bicycle safety course during the borough Police Department's annual Bike Rodeo, held at South River High School on May 16. More...

Voters to choose Middlesex County Democratic candidates

Three incumbents, one newcomer to vie in June 2 primary
BY MICHAEL ACKER Staff Writer

Voters have three incumbents and a newcomer to choose from in the upcoming Democratic primary for the Middlesex County Board of Freeholders race. Incumbents Ronald G. Rios and H. More...

Looking to the future

CHRIS KELLY staff Rosemary Stanciu of East Brunswick looks through the crowd during the 2009 commencement exercises at Brookdale Community College, Lincroft section of Middletown, on May 17. More...

Area towns mark Memorial Day with parades, services

Towns and veterans groups throughout Middlesex County will spend time this weekend honoring the men and women who have lost their lives defending America's freedom. More...

Spotswood revs up motorcycle patrol

BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

SPOTSWOOD — Police on motorcycles may bring back memories of the popular television show CHiPs, but nearly 30 years later it's a regular sight in Spotswood. More...

Spotswood unhappy with stimulus allotment

Despite variety of needs, borough gets just $13K
BY VINCENT TODARO Staff Writer

SPOTSWOOD — Despite the borough's obvious needs in terms of infrastructure, it is receiving only about $13,000 in federal stimulus funds. And officials are not happy about it. More...

Rodeo ride

PHOTOS BY CHRIS KELLY staff Above left: Jamesburg's Jack Levy, 9, goes for a spin during the South River Police Department's annual Bike Rodeo, held at South River High School on May 16. More...

Fundraisers

May 21, ongoing • Adopt-A-Family, sponsored by the South River Elementary/Primary School PTA, to make the holiday season more enjoyable for disadvantaged children in South River. Seeking monetary donations, new clothing, new toys, food. More...

Spotswood joins forces with North Brunswick

Vehicle maintenance brings cost savings to Spotswood
BY JENNIFER AMATO Staff Writer

Spotswood and North Brunswick have entered into a shared-services agreement that allows Spotswood, which does not have its own vehicle-maintenance facility, to use the labor of the North Brunswick Department of Public Works. More...

Bulletin Board

Participants sought for Open-Mic Night

The Sayreville Main Street Theatre Company will sponsor an Open-Mic Night fundraiser 8 p.m. May 29 at the theater, 3018 Bordentown Ave., Parlin section of Sayreville. More...

Tickets available for June 5 Scramble

The Columbiettes of Immaculate Conception Knights of Columbus Council No. 4907 will sponsor a Scramble (Tricky Tray) beginning at 8 p.m. June 5 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, Crescent Avenue, Spotswood. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. More...

Register by May 22 for landscaping class

Middlesex County's Agricultural Extension Office will present a garden workshop, "Low Budget & Low Maintenance Landscapes," 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 30 at the EARTH Center in Davidson's Mill Pond Park, 42 Riva Ave., South Brunswick. More...

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Columns

Lawmakers finally show a bit of common sense

Coda • GREG BEAN

My father died a hard death from lung cancer in 1983. From the first diagnosis, about six months before he passed, there was never any real hope, since his type of cancer is nearly always fatal. More...

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Sports

Game on!

PHOTOS BY JEFF GRANIT staff Above: Old Bridge High School's Brittany Fuenter (l) and South Brunswick's Lisa Buongionanni battle for the loose ball during the Greater Middlesex Conference Tournament lacrosse final May 13 in East Brunswick. More...

Bears' commitment to game shows in yearly domination

BY JIMMY ALLINDER Correspondent

The East Brunswick boys volleyball team has navigated through this season with relative ease, topping the 20-win mark with 22 thus far, against only four losses. But to be honest, the Bears have are really finishing up preseason. More...

'09 campaign far from typical for Bears squad

BY JIMMY ALLINDER Correspondent

Bill Pellagrino, one of the true pillars of East Brunswick High School sports, will complete his 30th season as coach for the boys tennis team with yet another winning record. Headed into yesterday's season-ending match with J.P. More...

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