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Massive Winter Storm Leaves Dangerous Cold in Its Wake

January 26, 2026January 24, 2026 by Christopher

Snow on Old Post Road, in Edison, NJ, next to ShopRite, facing Route 1.

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

January 30, 2026January 23, 2026 by Christopher

A sign outside Shrewsbury Borough School displays upcoming Board of Education and PTA meeting information, with the school entrance and surrounding grounds visible.

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

February 10, 2026January 23, 2026 by Christopher

Bill Buchanan and his wife, Tracey Ann Buchanan, pictured together in a photo shared by the family following her death in a High Street house 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

January 27, 2026January 21, 2026 by Christopher

Adams Towers, a Woodbridge Township senior and disabled housing complex offering subsidized, income-restricted apartments, photographed in daylight.

Woodbridge approves $5.5M for affordable housing, moves to preserve former School No. 14 for recreation, and honors youth sports champions.

Iselin Man Killed in Industrial Accident at Bayway Plant in Linden

January 25, 2026January 20, 2026 by Christopher

Aerial view of the Bayway industrial complex in Linden, New Jersey, showing large cylindrical storage tanks and surrounding infrastructure.

A 71-year-old Iselin man died after falling into a mineral oil container while working at the Bayway facility in Linden. OSHA is investigating.

One Person Killed in 3-Alarm Fire on High Street in Rahway

January 25, 2026January 20, 2026 by Christopher

A Rahway firefighter at the scene of a three-alarm fire on High Street as crews continue operations.

One person was killed after a three-alarm fire tore through an occupied residential building at 1583 High Street Monday morning, city officials confirmed.

Students In the Spotlight At Woodbridge Board Of Ed Meeting

January 25, 2026January 16, 2026 by Christopher

Official seal of the Woodbridge Township School District featuring an eagle, an open book, a quill and scroll, and a lamp symbolizing knowledge.

Student presentations and school activities took center stage at the Woodbridge Board of Education’s January meeting, alongside routine district business.