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Rahway Council Pushes Downtown Budget Forward Before Public Tensions Spill Outside City Hall

February 10, 2026January 13, 2026 by Christopher
Seal of the City of Rahway

The Rahway City Council advanced the 2026 downtown Special Improvement District budget and introduced new ordinances Monday night, as public comments raised concerns over traffic safety, legal disputes, and council-resident tensions.

Categories News Tags Community & Events, Local Government & Policy, Rahway City Council

Rahway Protesters Decry ICE Shooting as Part of National Outcry

January 12, 2026January 12, 2026 by Christopher
Protesters gather in Rahway on Sunday for a rally opposing ICE following the fatal shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis.

Rahway protesters denounce ICE on Sunday, following the fatal shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis, joining a nationwide wave of demonstrations.

Categories News Tags Immigration & Policy, Local Government & Policy, Rahway

Here’s How to Enjoy the Rahway Soup Stroll the Smart Way

January 25, 2026January 8, 2026 by Christopher
“Rahway Soup Stroll flyer showing event dates in January with bowls of soup and event details”

The Rahway Soup Stroll runs Saturdays in January. This week-by-week guide shows how to plan your route, avoid crowds, and get the most out of all four weeks.

Categories Community Tags Community & Events, Food & Dining, Rahway

Edison School Board Elects New President and VP

January 7, 2026 by Christopher
Newly elected Edison school board president Vishal Patel stands between vice president Shannon Peng and board member Russell Azzarello.

The Edison school board swore in newly elected members, chose new leadership, and heard public comment during its 2026 reorganization meeting.

Categories News Tags Community & Events, Education & Schools, General News, Local Government & Policy

Women Make History as Woodbridge Council, School Board Reorganize for 2026

January 7, 2026January 7, 2026 by Christopher
Woodbridge Town Council President Sharon McAuliffe and Vice President Lizbeth DeJesus, the first all-female council leadership team in township history.

Woodbridge Council elects an all-female leadership team while the school board reorganizes and retains officers during Tuesday night meetings.

Categories News Tags Board of Education, Local Government & Policy, Township Council, Woodbridge Township

Edison Council Elects New Leadership at Reorganization Meeting

February 10, 2026January 7, 2026 by Christopher
Joseph Coyle (left) and Robert Kentos (right), elected council president and vice president at Edison’s 2026 reorganization meeting.

Edison’s Township Council reorganized for 2026, electing Joseph Coyle as council president and Robert Kentos as vice president, with extensive public comment.

Categories News Tags Edison, Elections & Leadership, Local Government & Policy, Public Meetings

Brooks Elected City Council President At Reorganization Meeting That Turns Tense

January 7, 2026January 6, 2026 by Christopher
Side-by-side portraits of Jeffrey Brooks, newly elected Rahway City Council president, and Jeremy Mojica, elected vice president, standing in front of American flags.

Rahway City Council elected new leadership, swore in members, and faced public criticism over transparency and meeting notice.

Categories News Tags Local Government & Policy, Rahway City Council, Reorganization Meeting

Rahway Tree Removal Contract Draws Competing Concerns

January 3, 2026January 3, 2026 by Christopher
Large street tree marked for removal at 580 West Lake Avenue in Rahway, listed as condemned on a City Council agenda due to safety concerns.

Rahway’s plan to remove 16 street trees has prompted concerns from advocates and residents over cost, criteria, and communication.

Categories News Tags •, Community Concerns, Public Works & Infrastructure, Rahway City Council

Rahway Library Board Closes Out 2025 With Legal Services Vote, Looks Ahead to 2026

December 31, 2025 by Christopher
Rahway Library stairs and main entrance.

The Rahway Public Library Board approved a new RFQ for legal services and closed out 2025 with year-end business during its December meeting.

Categories News Tags •, Community & Events, Local Government & Policy

Rahway City Council Approves Tree Removal Contract, Budget Transfers at Special Meeting

December 29, 2025 by Christopher
Large roadside tree at 835 East Milton Avenue in Rahway identified as condemned and approved for removal by the City Council.

Rahway officials approved a tree removal contract and shifted year-end funds during a brief special City Council meeting.

Categories News Tags Local Government, Municipal Budget, Public Works, Rahway City Council
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