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Press Releases

November 1, 2025

MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – Middlesex College’s Visual, Performing, and Media Arts Department presents Native Gardens across two weekends (November 6-8 and November 13-15, 2025) at the Studio Theater in Edison. The 90-minute play, written by Karen Zacarías and directed by Devin Massih, is a sharp, ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Middlesex College has joined the robust network of statewide community colleges offering New Jersey Film Academy (NJFA) courses and certifications. Students interested in pursuing a career in New Jersey’s evolving entertainment industry will have opportunities to bridge the ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Students, faculty, staff, and community members recently gathered to unveil the Student Showcase art exhibit on Middlesex College’s Edison campus.The showcase features student art selected by college president Mark McCormick and the college’s Visual, Performing, and Media ...

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WEEHAWKEN, NJ - Tickets are on sale now for NY Waterway’s “Shades of Autumn” Fall Foliage Tours, offering passengers unique on-water views of the spectacular fall scenery along the Hudson River. The weekend tours run now through November 2, with departures from the Midtown/West 39th Street and Port ...

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WHAT:Middlesex County will host two online public auctions in October, featuring a wide range of surplus items including office furniture, equipment, vehicles, buses, and construction materials.Building 216 Auction will offer office equipment, furniture, and miscellaneous items no longer required ...

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METUCHEN, NJ — To recognize Concussion Awareness Day, the Brain Injury Alliance of New Jersey (BIANJ) hosted an educational event for more than 200 student-athletes at Metuchen High School on Thursday, Sept. 18th.Concussion Awareness Day in New Jersey – held annually on the third Friday of ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — Middlesex County, through its food distribution program REPLENISH, is once again working to achieve food security this September as it observes Hunger Action Month. With a full calendar of events designed to raise awareness, mobilize resources, and inspire action, the County ...

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EDISON, NJ — The Middlesex College Foundation has unveiled a fresh new brand identity – including new logos and strategic focus –  to reflect its legacy of empowering students and expanding education access.The new brand aligns strategically with Middlesex College’s broader branding efforts.

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ — On Wednesday, Aug. 13th, Middlesex County celebrated a major milestone in its Community, Innovation, and Opportunity (CIO) Strategic Investment Plan with a behind-the-scenes tour and ceremonial steel beam signing at Middlesex College.Joined by local, state, and federal ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ - Summer isn’t over yet! There’s still plenty of time to enjoy all the outdoor fun Middlesex County has to offer. With 19 County parks and three County golf courses, there’s no shortage of sports fields and courts, walking and jogging paths, and other amenities available for ...

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The New Dover United Methodist Church (UMC), in partnership with the Vellore Christian Medical College Foundation, invites members of Edison Township and Middlesex County to participate in its inaugural “Edison to India Dash-or-Dally 5K” event on Saturday, September 6, 2025. The start and finish ...

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TRENTON, NJ — Attorney General  Matthew J. Platkin today joined a coalition of 24 states that are suing the Trump Administration over its unconstitutional, unlawful, and arbitrary decision to freeze billions of dollars in federal funding for states, including $158 million for New Jersey, for six ...

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TAPinto is a network of more than 95 online local news sites covering more than 145 municipalities.  Across our network in New Jersey, we average more than 1,600,000 readers per month, have more than 350,000 Facebook followers, and 170,000 people receive our daily newsletter.Our readers are engaged ...

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Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office Launches Internship Program for College StudentsCollege students interested in a career in law enforcement now have an exciting new opportunity to gain real-world experience, thanks to a new internship program launched by the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office.The ...

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EDISON, NJ —  Hackensack Meridian JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute has announced the graduates of its prestigious Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency Program and subspecialty fellowship programs.The highly ranked residency program trains physicians from around the nation who ...

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NEW JERSEY — Do you think you’ll be dancing at your 100th birthday party? You could be. Life isn't about how long we live, but how well we live. It's about having the energy to enjoy experiences like travel, hobbies and time with loved ones.“You don’t want to just live long; you want to live ...

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HACKENSACK, NJ — Investigators from Hackensack Meridian John Theurer Cancer Center (JTCC)—part of the National Cancer Institute-designated Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center at Georgetown University —and Hackensack University Medical Center - are to report research findings from 32 studies at the ...

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TRENTON, NJ— Dozens of young leaders from YMCA Youth and Government programs across New Jersey gathered at the Statehouse last week, urging lawmakers to restore $1 million in the state’s proposed FY2026 budget to expand access to life-saving swim lessons and civic education in less-served ...

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“This isn’t about growing the government; it’s about giving people better choices and making care more affordable… We can’t afford to wait – it’s time for New Jersey to act.”WOODBURY, NJ — With healthcare costs continuing to soar and federal leadership in gridlock, former Senate President Steve ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – Middlesex College held its 58th Commencement ceremony on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at Jersey Mike’s Arena at the Rutgers University campus in Piscataway.The individuals who comprise the Middlesex College Class of 2025 are diverse in age, background, accomplishments, and future ...

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We want to hear your feedback! Please fill out our TAPinto 2025 Reader Survey.Your feedback is important to us and helps us improve the quality of your reader experience. You can also choose to remain anonymous.  Click here to take the survey. You can also get to the survey through the QR code ...

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Passengers at Newark Liberty International Airport faced a sixth day of delays due to FAA equipment issues and air traffic controller staffing shortages. Republican gubernatorial candidate State Senator Jon Bramnick released the following statement.“I am asking the Federal Aviation Administration ...

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NEW JERSEY — BCB Bank is proud to welcome Gus Penaranda, former Executive Director of the New Jersey Pride Chamber of Commerce (NJPCC), as its new Business Development Officer, overseeing operations in the Hudson County region. Mr. Penaranda brings with him a wealth of experience and an expansive ...

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EDISON, NJ — Women with traumatic brain injuries face distinct challenges and barriers to recovery because of anatomic, hormonal, socioeconomic, and cultural differences as compared to men.Dr. Christine Greiss, D.O., director of the Center for Brain Injuries at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute, ...

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Woodbury, NJ - In a groundbreaking move to support New Jersey's senior citizens, Steve Sweeney has announced a bold plan to eliminate retirement income tax for individuals aged 65 and older with a household income of $250,000 or less. Additionally, Sweeney will cap the Stay NJ program at $250,000 ...

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NEW JERSEY — Picture this: You've spent hours preparing a delicious meal for your guests, only to have the celebration derailed by food poisoning. It's a host's worst nightmare, but one that's easily preventable. This guide provides essential food safety tips to ensure the success of your next ...

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – The Jack Kent Cooke Foundation’s Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship is one of the most competitive scholarships for the nation’s top community college students seeking their bachelor’s degree at a four-year institution. Each Jack Kent Cooke Scholar is granted financial ...

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WHAT: In celebration of Older Americans Month, the Middlesex County Office of Aging and Disabled Services invites residents who are turning 90 years old or older this year to attend the County’s annual 90+ Birthday Celebration and Luncheon. These special celebrations will be held throughout May ...

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