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.
Community & Events
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 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.
MLK Day Celebrations Bring Marches, Music, and Community Together Across Central Jersey
Rahway residents marked Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a community march and a ribbon cutting at MLK Park near the train station, as nearby Central Jersey towns held events honoring Dr. King’s legacy.
Edison Council Revives Committee Elimination Ordinances
What happens at an Edison Council work session versus a regular meeting? Here’s a simple breakdown of how proposals move from review to final vote.
Rahway Council Pushes Downtown Budget Forward Before Public Tensions Spill Outside City Hall
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.
Here’s How to Enjoy the Rahway Soup Stroll the Smart Way
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.
Edison School Board Elects New President and VP
The Edison school board swore in newly elected members, chose new leadership, and heard public comment during its 2026 reorganization meeting.
Rahway Library Board Closes Out 2025 With Legal Services Vote, Looks Ahead to 2026
The Rahway Public Library Board approved a new RFQ for legal services and closed out 2025 with year-end business during its December meeting.
Rahway Social Justice Commission Holds A Day Filled With Holiday Events
As Rahway’s Social Justice Commission hosts a full day of holiday events, Chair Karla Alvarez reflects on listening, literacy, and building stronger community connections.