Edison Council Faces Backlash Over Proposal to More Than Double Its Own Salaries
Edison council advances a controversial pay raise ordinance in face of backlash from residents.
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Rahway Library Board Expands Hours and Programming as Usage Climbs
Board cites rising visits and circulation as it approves longer hours, boosts programming funds, and lays groundwork for closer financial oversight.
Rahway School Board President Addresses District’s Response to Arrest of Elementary School Principal
Rahway school board President Joseph Toma addressed the district’s response to the arrest of a former elementary school principal during a public meeting.
Route 1 closure snarls first post-storm commute as water main repairs continue in Edison
A water main break continues to disrupt Route 1 in south Edison, with partial lane reopenings and heavy gridlock along detours during the first weekday commute since New Jersey’s storm emergency was lifted.
Local NJ Leaders Speak Out After US Immigration Officers Kill Alex Pretti in Minneapolis
Democratic leaders across Central Jersey and New Jersey issued demands and raised concerns over a second deadly shooting by US immigration officers in Minneapolis.
Massive Winter Storm Leaves Dangerous Cold in Its Wake
A state of emergency is in effect as a major winter storm approaches Central Jersey. Here’s how to prepare and what to expect at the local level.
The Shrewsbury Board of Education Is Seeking Community Input
The Shrewsbury Board of Education will hold in-person and virtual community input sessions as part of its superintendent search.
Community Rallies Around Widower After Fatal High Street Fire in Rahway
A GoFundMe launched after a fatal High Street fire in Rahway raised more than $22,000 as neighbors rallied around the victim’s family.
Woodbridge Council Expands Affordable Housing Funding
Woodbridge approves $5.5M for affordable housing, moves to preserve former School No. 14 for recreation, and honors youth sports champions.
Woodbridge Honors Undefeated Avenel Basketball Teams, National Champs
Woodbridge Township honored undefeated Avenel Middle School basketball teams and the national champion Crimson Knights youth cross country team.