East Brunswick News
By ROD HIRSCH
June 28, 2025
HILLSBOROUGH, NJ -Join Gen. George Washington for a drink as the Father of our Country celebrates the Spirit of 1776 in a historic Dutch barn at Flounder Brewing on Sunday, June 29 from noon-1:30 p.m. David Emerson will portray the Commander-in-Chief of the First Continental Army and hoist a frosty ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - The annual Milltown Fourth of July 5K and Fun Run is one of the parts of the borough's annual Independence Day festivities. This is the last week to register for the 2025 Milltown Fourth of July 5K and Fun Run. Online registration closes on Wednesday, July 2 at 11:59 p.m. Last year's ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Mary Ann Fama has been helping people in our area keep it together for 44 years. She has stitched and hemmed and altered, nipping and tucking her way through our wardrobe. First Responders' uniforms sized to fit. Suits for those important interviews. Holy Communion dresses ...
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ - Borough native Katie Stilo has been busy in both the kitchen and the publishing world. In addition to serving as coordinating culinary producer for the TODAY Show, Stilo recently launched her own baking business and, earlier this year, she co-authored a cookbook. “Never in a ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Just a couple of weeks ago, the environmental stewards of SAVE Club at East Brunswick High School placed first in the Sustainable Jersey Student Climate Challenge. This competition was open to NJ public schools students in grades 6-12, inviting students and teachers to complete ...
PERTH AMBOY - Gov. Phil Murphy joined with state and city officials on June 24 to break ground on the second phase of the new Raritan River Bridge project. The new center lift bridge will replace the 117-year-old swing bridge on the North Jersey Coast Line (NJCL) between Perth Amboy and South ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Jewelry, Lamps, Bikes, and Toys. These are just some of the items that were given a second chance a couple of weeks ago at the EB Sustainability Task Force’s Repair Café. Thought to have surpassed their useful lifetime, items were brought to the public library from all corners ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - The borough's Fourth of July festivities are legendary, but this year it will be even bigger. After all, Milltown's Fourth of July celebration is marking its 100th anniversary. So, in honor of this special milestone, the Milltown Fourth of July Committee are doing everything in their ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The East Brunswick Office of Emergency Management has announced that the township is expecting excessive heat beginning today through Wednesday, June 25, 2025.For additional information regarding live weather updates, please click here: National Weather Service.Please follow ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The East Brunswick Board of Education will host a special meeting on Monday, June 30 at 7:00 pm at the Board office at 760 Route 18. During this meeting, candidates interested in filling the open space on the Board created by the resignation of Laurie Lachs earlier this year.
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The end of the rainbow sat in East Brunswick as the Department of Recreation and Parks hosted its third annual “Pride at the Pool” event on June 20 at Crystal Springs Family Waterpark.All were welcome at the friendly event where rubber ducks raced, bubbles bounced, and voices ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - St. Paul's Church is once again hosting its annual Fourth of July Duck Race on Friday, July 4 at noon following the Milltown Fourth of July Parade. Milltown's Fourth of July Duck Race takes place at the Main Street Bridge. At around noon, the ducks will be dropped into the water. The ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ – Although the annual St. Stan's Carnival in Sayreville got off to a rocky start on Thursday evening, perfect summer weather resulted in a big turnout at the annual fundraiser for St. Stanislav Kostka School.The day began with a remembrance of longtime volunteer Michael Samuel, “The ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - Milltown Police Chief Christopher Johnson announced on Wednesday that the department has arrested a suspect responsible for an ongoing string of late-night car burglaries in the South Moetz area of the borough. Multiple residents with unlocked vehicles were victimized. Stolen items ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - It's summer, Bears! Here's your schedule from the Department of Recreation and Parks. PRIDE AT THE POOL is back for Year 3, TODAY, June 20th from 4 - 8 pm!Join us at Crystal Springs for a night of water-park fun in celebration of Pride Month. We will have multiple ...
TRENTON, NJ — A state grand jury has indicted a doctor from Woodbridge’s Colonia section on multiple counts of sexual assault, criminal sexual contact, and tampering with medical records, NJ Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced.Dr. Gurvindra Johal, 57, who lives in Colonia, has been ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Get your rainbow gear and your open heart and join the East Brunswick Department of Recreation and Parks for the township's third “Pride at the Pool” event at Crystal Springs on Friday, June 20, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm.Meet your community and celebrate diversity while having fun ...
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Looking for an upcoming 5K to get motivated this summer? Well, then get those sneakers ready because registration is open for the Spotswood Recreation Department's 2025 Spotswood 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, September 13. The early-bird cost of the race is $35 if runners and walkers ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The East Brunswick Police Department is aware of numerous downed trees and power lines across the area due to severe weather.For your safety, please avoid these hazards and do not attempt to touch or move them, say police.Stay clear of affected areas and report any dangerous ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - Join Middlesex County at “Hey Special Olympians!” for an inspiring afternoon hearing the stories behind Middlesex County’s great sports history—featuring Special Olympics gold medalist bowler Justin Malfitano of East Brunswick and gold medalist sprinter Russell Collins of ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ—The Middlesex County Division of Solid Waste Management is adopting a new, simplified approach to plastic recycling in line with updated State guidelines. Residents can now recycle all plastic bottles, jars, jugs, and tubs that are one gallon or less in size, regardless of the ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - From April through June, the talented students and dedicated staff of the East Brunswick Music Department proudly presented 23 in-district concerts, sharing their passion for music with the East Brunswick community. Below are some pictures from just a few of those ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - There is a water main break near Starkin Road and Riva Avenue. RIva Avenue will be closed from Hardenburg Lane and North Brook Drive to all but residential traffic, says the East Brunswick Police Department. Police personnel are on the scene to control traffic and assist ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - East Brunswick's Finest honored their own on Tuesday night as they hosted a ceremony which told the stories of bravery, care, and professionalism that characterize the work of local law enforcement. "On behalf of the East Brunswick Department of Public Safety, I welcome each ...
NEWARK - One of the largest solar power installations at any container terminal in the world has been completed at Port Newark Container Terminal and is an effort to reduce hazardous emissions and safeguard residents’ health by improving air quality in the East Ward.Mayor Ras J. Baraka, joined by ...
CARTERET, NJ — The Middlesex County Association of School Administrators (MCASA) has honored Carteret School Superintendent Rosa Diaz as its “Superintendent of the Year” for 2025.The county administrators association describes Diaz as “a trailblazer in educational leadership for her extraordinary ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – Daniel’s Law – a state statute that protects the home addresses and phone numbers of public servants such as judges and police – prevents members of the media from publically revealing that information, the New Jersey Supreme Court has ruled.The high court on Tuesday upheld a lower ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The East Brunswick Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two car burglary suspects.During the overnight hours of 6/16/2025 and 6/17/2025, the pictured individuals are alleged to have entered two vehicles located on Ayers Court and another vehicle ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - In just a few short days on June 25, East Brunswick High School’s Class of 2025 will stand at the CURE Insurance Arena, diplomas in hand, ready to joyously toss their caps high and embark on a new chapter of their lives. This class has truly encapsulated what it means to be an ...
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ—Middlesex County is making significant strides toward its Vision Zero goal—eliminating all traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries—through its 2025 Road Resurfacing Program. This summer, the County will pave, resurface, and repair nearly 40 roadways and public areas ...