Middlesex County News

March 7, 2026

SPOTSWOOD, NJ - It will be almost a year since Second Lieutenant Robert Jack Oross tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident in East Brunswick. He was 22. Oross was better known as RJ to his family and friends. His death on May 17, 2025, rocked the Spotswood, Helmetta and Milltown ...

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WOODBRIDGE, NJ — Police have charged an Iselin man in connection with a fatal February 18 head-on collision that tragically claimed the life of 22-year-old Amber Torres and hospitalized her passenger with severe injuries. Silvino Ruiz-Alonso, 28, of Iselin, was arrested on Wednesday, March 4 and is ...

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PERTH AMBOY – The City of Perth Amboy will once again honor the lasting legacy of Thomas Mundy Peterson, the first African American to vote following the ratification of the 15th Amendment, during a special celebration on March 31.The event, set for Cathedral International, 277 Madison Ave., at 11 ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Get ready to lace up the skates and grab those hockey sticks because the grand opening of the East Brunswick Ice Arena is on the horizon. A full day of events is on tap. So, be sure to mark the calendar for Sunday, March 22. The grand opening celebration is filled with lots of ...

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SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - St. Patrick's Day is coming up and for residents wishing to get into the spirit a little early or just enjoy an evening of Irish music, head over to the South Brunswick Senior Center on Wednesday, March 11 at 7 p.m. to experience the magic of the Ballycastle Band. This ...

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SPOTSWOOD, NJ - It will be almost a year since Second Lieutenant Robert Jack Oross tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident in East Brunswick. He was 22. Oross was better known as RJ to his family and friends. His death on May 17, 2025, rocked the Spotswood, Helmetta and Milltown ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Salamander migration continues in East Brunswick on Friday evening, which means another road closure to assist with their safe crossing along township roadways. The East Brunswick Police Department issued a traffic alert for Friday, March 6. Beekman Road will be closed from 6 ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Joint US-Israeli air strikes on Iran appear to be wreaking havoc on gasoline prices at the pumps and home heating oil prices in Central New Jersey and the Northeast, according to data from AAA Northeast.Since President Donald Trump launched “Operation Epic Fury” on Feb. 28th, ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — Newly released recordings from the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office shed light on the fatal Jan. 5 police-involved shooting of Jordan Barnes, 29, of Piscataway, after authorities say officers responding to a 911 call discovered three other family members dead inside a River ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — Newly released recordings from the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office shed light on the fatal Jan. 5 police-involved shooting of Jordan Barnes, 29, of Piscataway, after authorities say officers responding to a 911 call discovered three other family members dead inside a River ...

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WOODBRIDGE, NJ — This town will go ‘shamrock green’ on Sunday, March 8 for the 52nd annual St. Patrick's Day parade, thrilling scores of local spectators, visitors from Middlesex County, and across New Jersey. The American-Irish Association has named John M. Mitch, one of Woodbridge’s most familiar ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Joint US-Israeli air strikes on Iran appear to be wreaking havoc on gasoline prices at the pumps and home heating oil prices in Central New Jersey and the Northeast, according to data from AAA Northeast. Since President Donald Trump launched “Operation Epic Fury” on Feb.

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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ — The City Council is asking state Attorney General Jennifer Davenport’s office to expedite the investigation into the August police-involved shooting death of a 68-year-old city woman.Resolution 032624 – “Resolution requesting the attorney general’s office to expedite ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — A fight outside the gymnasium during a sold-out state playoff basketball game at Piscataway High School Tuesday night led to the arrest of a 17-year-old and prompted a significant police response as authorities worked to restore order, officials said.The disturbance occurred ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — Newly released recordings from the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office shed light on the fatal Jan. 5 police-involved shooting of Jordan Barnes, 29, of Piscataway, after authorities say officers responding to a 911 call discovered three other family members dead inside a River ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Get ready to lace up the skates and grab those hockey sticks because the grand opening of the East Brunswick Ice Arena is on the horizon. A full day of events is on tap. So, be sure to mark the calendar for Sunday, March 22. The grand opening celebration is filled with lots of ...

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WOODBRIDGE, NJ — This town will go ‘shamrock green’ on Sunday, March 8th for the 52nd annual St. Patrick's Day parade, thrilling scores of local spectators, visitors from Middlesex County, and across New Jersey.The American-Irish Association has named John M. Mitch – one of Woodbridge’s most ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - It's salamander migration time in the township. The East Brunswick Police Department has issued a traffic alert for Thursday, March 5. Beekman Road will be closed from 6 p.m. until 5 a.m. at Church Lane in East Brunswick and at Davidsons Mill Road in South Brunswick. Beekman ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Joint US-Israeli air strikes on Iran appear to be wreaking havoc on gasoline prices at the pumps and home heating oil prices in Central New Jersey and the Northeast, according to data from AAA Northeast.Since President Donald Trump launched “Operation Epic Fury” on Feb. 28th, ...

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WOODBRIDGE, NJ — This town will go ‘shamrock green’ on Sunday, March 8th for the 52nd annual St. Patrick's Day parade, thrilling scores of local spectators, visitors from Middlesex County, and across New Jersey.The American-Irish Association has named John M. Mitch – one of Woodbridge’s most ...

Read more »

MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Joint US-Israeli air strikes on Iran appear to be wreaking havoc on gasoline prices at the pumps and home heating oil prices in Central New Jersey and the Northeast, according to data from AAA Northeast.Since President Donald Trump launched “Operation Epic Fury” on Feb. 28th, ...

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Get ready to lace up the skates and grab those hockey sticks because the grand opening of the East Brunswick Ice Arena is on the horizon. A full day of events is on tap. So, be sure to mark the calendar for Sunday, March 22. The grand opening celebration is filled with lots of ...

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WOODBRIDGE, NJ — This town will go ‘shamrock green’ on Sunday, March 8 for the 52nd annual St. Patrick's Day parade, thrilling scores of local spectators, visitors from Middlesex County, and across New Jersey. The American-Irish Association has named John M. Mitch, one of Woodbridge’s most familiar ...

Read more »

PISCATAWAY, NJ — Newly released recordings from the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office shed light on the fatal Jan. 5 police-involved shooting of Jordan Barnes, 29, of Piscataway, after authorities say officers responding to a 911 call discovered three other family members dead inside a River ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Joint US-Israeli air strikes on Iran appear to be wreaking havoc on gasoline prices at the pumps and home heating oil prices in Central New Jersey and the Northeast, according to data from AAA Northeast. Since President Donald Trump launched “Operation Epic Fury” on Feb.

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EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Get ready to lace up the skates and grab those hockey sticks because the grand opening of the East Brunswick Ice Arena is on the horizon. A full day of events is on tap. So, be sure to mark the calendar for Sunday, March 22. The grand opening celebration is filled with lots of ...

Read more »

Joint US-Israeli air strikes on Iran appear to be wreaking havoc on gasoline prices at the pumps and home heating oil prices in Central New Jersey and the Northeast, according to data from AAA Northeast.Since President Donald Trump launched “Operation Epic Fury” on Feb. 28th, gasoline and heating ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Joint US-Israeli air strikes on Iran appear to be wreaking havoc on gasoline prices at the pumps and home heating oil prices in Central New Jersey and the Northeast, according to data from AAA Northeast.Since President Donald Trump launched “Operation Epic Fury” on Feb. 28th, ...

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PISCATAWAY, NJ — Newly released recordings from the NJ Attorney General’s Office shed light on the fatal Jan. 5th police-involved shooting of Jordan Barnes, 29, of Piscataway, after authorities say officers responding to a 911 call discovered three other family members dead inside a River Road ...

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WOODBRIDGE, NJ — This town will go ‘shamrock green’ on Sunday, March 8th for the 52nd annual St. Patrick's Day parade, thrilling scores of local spectators, visitors from Middlesex County, and across New Jersey.The American-Irish Association has named John M. Mitch – one of Woodbridge’s most ...

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