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Edison Council Advances Multiple Ordinances After Contentious January Meeting

January 29, 2026 by Christopher
Official seal of the Township of Edison, New Jersey, featuring the Edison Memorial Tower with sun rays in the background and the slogan “Let There Be Light.”

Edison council advances pay, military leave, planning, and committee ordinances after sharp public comment during a storm-shadowed meeting.

Categories News Tags Edison, Local Government & Policy, Middlesex County

Route 1 closure snarls first post-storm commute as water main repairs continue in Edison

January 28, 2026January 27, 2026 by Christopher
NJDOT Traffic Cam image of the Route 1 closure 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.

Categories News Tags Edison, Infrastructure, Traffic & Transportation

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.

Categories News Tags Edison, Local Government, Rahway, Weather & Safety, Woodbridge

Edison Town Council Advances Committee Eliminations, Approves Appointments at Regular Meeting

January 14, 2026 by Christopher
Official seal of the Township of Edison, New Jersey, featuring the Edison Memorial Tower with sun rays in the background and the slogan “Let There Be Light.”

The Edison Town Council advanced ordinances eliminating several advisory committees and approved appointments during its Jan. 14 regular meeting.

Categories News Tags Edison, Local Government & Policy

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

Edison Council Ends 2025 With Pay Raises, PILOT Vote, and Farewells

December 24, 2025 by Christopher
Official seal of the Township of Edison, New Jersey, featuring the Edison Memorial Tower with sun rays in the background and the slogan “Let There Be Light.”

Edison’s Township Council wrapped up 2025 by approving a mayoral pay raise, a 30-year PILOT for senior housing, major spending resolutions, and honoring outgoing members.

Categories News Tags Budgets & Public Finance, Development & Zoning, Edison, ocal Government & Policy, Public Meetings

Edison Council Unanimously Approves Mayor’s 32% Pay Raise After Residents Speak Out

February 10, 2026December 23, 2025 by Christopher
Edison Mayor Sam Joshi in an official portrait, wearing a navy suit, patterned shirt, and light pink tie.

Edison Council unanimously approved a 32% pay raise for Mayor Sam Joshi, raising his salary to $198,000 despite public opposition at Monday’s meeting.

Categories News Tags Budgets & Public Finance, Edison, Local Government & Policy, Public Meetings

Chateau Mansion Plan Crumbles Before the Edison Zoning Board

November 26, 2025November 26, 2025 by Christopher
Architect Nehal Jhaveri presents a rendering of a proposed 14,346-sq-ft “French chateau” mansion to the Edison Zoning Board.

A proposal for a sprawling luxury home in north Edison unraveled Tuesday night as the zoning presentation quickly spiraled into board frustration, unanswered questions, and a threat to have police remove someone from the chamber.

Categories News Tags Edison, Edison Zoning Board, Local Government & Policy

Edison Council Packs Votes Into Pre-Holiday Meeting

November 25, 2025 by Christopher
Official seal of the Township of Edison, New Jersey, featuring the Edison Memorial Tower with sun rays in the background and the slogan “Let There Be Light.”

Edison Council advances new leadership salary ranges, tree protections, and environmental impact rules after passing two ordinances Monday night.

Categories News Tags Budgets & Public Finance, Community Affairs, Development & Zoning, Edison, Environment & Sustainability, Local Government & Policy, Public Meetings

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.

Categories News Tags Animals & Environment, Community & Events, Edison, Local Government & Policy, Public Safety
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