TOP LOCAL News
By DAWN MILLER
February 4, 2026
MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ - CBR ended a four-game skid on Monday when the Chargers-Bears-Rams defeated the JP Stevens High School tri-op 9-1 at the ProSkate Ice Arena. Sebastian Whyte scored a shorthanded goal in the first period on a pass from Marcello Ferrari. It was the only goal of the first ...
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – East Brunswick built on a nine-point halftime lead with a huge second half to roll to a 72-43 boys basketball victory over Notre Dame on Tuesday night.Senior guard Matt Mikulka fired in 24 points for East Brunswick (17-5), which led, 44-34, after three quarters and then ...
EDISON, NJ - On the anniversary of its namesake’s untimely passing, The Marisa Tufaro Foundation made a generous donation to support pediatric patients and their families at the Jack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Center and The Bristol-Myers Squibb Children’s Hospital (BMSCH) at Robert Wood Johnson ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — After months of anticipation, the new East Brunswick Ice Skating facility is preparing to open its doors to the public this March, bringing a full slate of skating opportunities to the community.The Ice arena office announced that the facility is entering its final preparation ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - East Brunswick Police Lieutenant Matthew Unkel recently graduated from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police Command & Leadership Academy. The 14-week program selects candidates with “exceptional leadership potential” from municipal, county, state, and ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Wednesday, February 4 is a big night for the Chargers-Bears-Rams ice hockey program. CBR is celebrating its seniors with the annual Senior Night game. To make the evening even more special, the puck is dropping in the inaugural game at the East Brunswick Ice Arena. The East ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ – East Brunswick bolted out to a 15-point lead after one quarter and went on to a 78-47 girls basketball victory over Woodbridge on Monday night.Ava Catanho scored 25 points, grabbed seven rebounds and handed out three assists for East Brunswick (16-4), which outscored Woodbridge, ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Authorities have arrested an Edison man and charged him with unlawful possession of a handgun, according to East Brunswick Police. Jordan Laroche, age 22, was lodged in the Middlesex County Adult Correctional Center and is currently pending a hearing.On Monday, January 26, at ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — East Brunswick High School athletes turned in a strong winter sports season, recording championship performances, career milestones, and senior recognitions across multiple varsity programs, according to highlights shared by Athletic Supervisor Frank Malta.Boys varsity ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — East Brunswick boys basketball shook off a slow start and dominated the final three quarters Saturday afternoon, pulling away for a 69–52 home win over the Saint Thomas Aquinas Trojans.Both teams struggled to find an offensive rhythm early, trading defensive stops through much ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Mikie Sherrill is taking a tough stand against what she calls “unaccountable, untrained and lawless” US Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents who have boots on the ground in New Jersey and elsewhere.Sherrill wants these armed and masked federal officers to end raids, ...
MILLTOWN, NJ - Move over Punxsutawney Phil. There's a new groundhog in town. Milltown that is. Okay, so technically Paulie is not a groundhog. He is a rabbit, and he's been declared the winner in the 2026 Honorary Milltown Mel contest sponsored by the Milltown For All community Facebook group.
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The East Brunswick Public Library welcomed New York Times bestselling author Liz Moore for a virtual author talk on Wednesday, January 28, as part of the Library Speakers Consortium national author series.The online event, titled “Secrets and Second Chances with Liz Moore,” ran ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – East Brunswick got out to a 10-point lead after one quarter and went on to a 53-35 girls basketball victory over Edison on Saturday.Ava Catanho scored 19 points and came down with five rebounds for East Brunswick (15-4), which outscored Edison, 18-12, in the second quarter to ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – Senior guard Matt Mikulka scored 30 points to lead East Brunswick to a 69-52 boys basketball victory over St. Thomas Aquinas on Saturday.Senior guard Cam Vick finished with 11 points for East Brunswick (16-5), which outscored STA, 42-30, in the second half after holding a ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Following one of the most significant snowstorms New Jersey has seen in years, icy conditions remain a concern on several roads throughout East Brunswick, according to residents who have taken to local social media groups to share updates and seek attention to ongoing ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Avet Pharmaceuticals headquarters in East Brunswick recently unveiled its new expanded facility. Mayor Brad Cohen, Economic Development Officer Rob Zuckerman, and members of the East Brunswick Regional Chamber of Commerce celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and the Hindu ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - Police found a lost dog in the area of Fresh Ponds and Crommelin Court. The owner of the dog, seen in the attached photo, can call 732-390-6960 or 732-390-6900 for recovery information.Police say the dog will be transported to the Woodbridge Animal Shelter and Pet Adoption ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – Despite frigid temperatures outside, the East Brunswick Public Library was filled with warmth, conversation, and cultural exchange on the morning of January 24 as residents gathered to celebrate Muslim Heritage Month.The community event welcomed attendees of many different ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ – East Brunswick rallied from a seven-point deficit after three quarters for a 59-48 girls basketball victory over previously undefeated Colonia on Thursday night.Zoey Aleixo scored 21 points for the Bears (14-4) and passed for four assists. East Brunswick closed out the game on ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Payment in Lieu of Taxes agreements, commonly known as PILOTs, have long been a point of confusion and debate among East Brunswick residents. During a recent meeting of the East Brunswick Public Library Board of Trustees, Mayor Brad Cohen offered a detailed, plain-language ...
COLONIA, NJ — After 11 lead changes in the first 12 minutes of a taut, evenly played second half, Colonia closed out the game with 13 straight points to pull away for a 56-44 boys basketball victory over East Brunswick on Senior Night at Colonia High School on Thursday.Sophomore guard Jayce ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — The East Brunswick Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man who was last seen in East Brunswick on Wednesday evening.Police said Corey D. Weeks, a 63-year-old man from New Brunswick, was last seen on January 29 at approximately 6:40 p.m.
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - The on-ice woes continued for CBR on Wednesday as the team took to the ice at the ProSkate Ice Arena to face off against South Brunswick High School. CBR was looking to shake off a three-game skid, but instead lost to the Vikings 6-2. The Chargers-Bears-Rams were down 2-0 in ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - East Brunswick Township has officially joined X, formerly known as Twitter. Residents can follow @ebtownship for all updates, announcements, and important information.The Township will continue to post all the latest news and information on Facebook, Instagram, and its official ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — East Brunswick’s long-running effort to redevelop portions of Edgeboro Road has encountered a legal setback after a judge ruled in favor of Motel 6, blocking the township’s ability to condemn the property as part of a broader redevelopment plan.The issue was discussed during a ...
TRENTON, NJ — In the final hours and days before Phil and Tammy Murphy flew off for a European vacation on Jan, 20th, the departing two-term governor signed into law over 120 measures and ignored 14 others, making them what’s known as “pocket vetoes.”Taking a hiatus from the public spotlight, ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ - The Township is reminding residents and business owners that they are required to remove all snow and ice from sidewalks and fire hydrants adjacent to their property. The Township will be issuing summonses, including fines, for violations of the snow removal.“These ordinances ...
EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ — Charter school tuition approaching $6 million was highlighted during the January 22 meeting of the East Brunswick Board of Education, drawing attention to a significant and largely inflexible expense within the district’s operating budget.While presenting the district’s ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – After rallying in the fourth quarter, the East Brunswick boys basketball team lost in overtime to Piscataway, 81-74, on Tuesday night.Senior guard Matt Mikulka scored 32 points for East Brunswick (15-4), which outscored Piscataway, 21-14, in the fourth quarter to tie the game.