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Rahway Food Pantry Strains Under SNAP Suspension

November 23, 2025November 16, 2025 by Christopher

Doreen Gordon stands behind a table sorting bread and cereals before the food pantry opens at Zion Lutheran Church in Rahway.

The federal government may be reopened, but its impacts are expected to linger. For volunteers at a church food pantry in Rahway, the effects are clear.

Edison Council Approves E-Scooter Rules, Police Benefits, and Addresses Surveillance Concerns

November 14, 2025November 13, 2025 by Christopher

Powerful-looking e-scooter with disc brakes and twin headlights.

Edison honors first responders and shelter staff after rescuing over 100 animals; council passes e-bike rules and advances Film Ready NJ ordinance.

Edison Honors First Responders for Rescuing More Than 100 Animals From Hoarding Situation

November 16, 2025November 13, 2025 by Christopher

First responders in white protective suits kneel and stand among dozens of animal crates during the on-scene rescue.

Edison honors first responders and shelter staff after rescuing over 100 animals; council passes e-bike rules and advances Film Ready NJ ordinance.

Woodbridge Council Approves $5.6M Bonds, Redevelopment Updates

November 11, 2025 by Christopher

The Woodbridge Municipal Building in New Jersey, where the town council, planning board, and zoning board hold their meetings.

Woodbridge Council approved $5.6M in bonds, new police tech, and redevelopment updates during Monday’s meeting.

Woodbridge Police Officers Honored for Heroic Fire Rescue

November 11, 2025November 11, 2025 by Christopher

Sgt. Jorge Quesada, Det. Owen Sharkey, and Officers Robert “RJ” McPartland, Ryan Trudel, and Michael Cronacchia stand together in uniform holding commendation certificates for rescuing four residents from an Avenel apartment fire.

Five Woodbridge officers were praised for saving four residents from a burning Avenel apartment. The department celebrated earning both state and national accreditation, joining New Jersey’s elite.

E-Bike Rules, Parking Battles, and Immigrant Resolution Highlight Rahway City Council Meeting

November 11, 2025 by Christopher

Rahway Mayor posing with a group of Rutgers Future Scholars students after presenting a proclamation during the November 10, 2025, City Council meeting.

Rahway City Council passed new e-bike rules, backed the Immigrant Trust Act, and approved funding for redevelopment, infrastructure, and public safety projects.

Mikie Sherrill’s Win Lifts Down-Ballot Democrats Across Central Jersey

November 10, 2025November 5, 2025 by Christopher

Mikie Sherrill stands on stage with Middlesex County Democrats under red, white, and blue balloons, smiling and waving in a pre-election event on November 2, 2025.

Mikie Sherrill’s decisive victory helped Democrats sweep local and county races across Central Jersey, extending their control from councils to commissions.