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State police: Driver of Coach bus may have ‘lost directional control’ before fatal crash on New Jersey Turnpike
WOODBRIDGE – The driver of a double-decker Coach bus may have “lost directional control” before going off the road in the fatal crash on the New Jersey Turnpike, according to a New Jersey State Police preliminary investigation. Two passengers traveling on a double-decker Coach bus sustained fatal...
Community Bulletin Board: Middlesex County: Aug. 10
Due to the national formula shortage, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Middlesex County is holding a baby formula drive. Those wishing to donate can drop off baby formula Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; or email Lauren Sikora at laurens@casaofmiddlesexcounty.org to make alternate arrangements. The office is located at 77 Church St., New Brunswick.
‘Domino effect’ crash kills township woman, seriously injures two children in Edison
EDISON – The impact of a rear end crash caused a “domino effect” of crashes involving seven motor vehicles in both directions of Route 1 that killed a 34-year-old township woman and seriously injured two children, according to Deputy Chief Robert J. Dudash Jr. The incident occurred...
Metuchen police blotter
Two men from Ireland – ages 24 and 19 – were charged with fleeing the scene of a serious motor vehicle crash on Middlesex Avenue July 29. Witnesses told police that the occupants of one of the vehicles had allegedly fled the scene on foot. After canvassing the area and a short foot chase, Officer Laurel Louis and Sgt. Joseph Keane were able to locate the individuals. The 24-year-old man was charged with obstruction and resisting arrest. The 19-year-old man was charged with hindering, leaving the scene of an accident resulting in serious bodily injury and numerous motor vehicle violations.
Edison National Night Out: Fun, food and McGruff the Crime Dog
EDISON – National Night Out in Edison was filled with fun, food and McGruff the Crime Dog. The department held its annual event at Papaianni Park on Aug. 2. Community members enjoyed interacting with members of the Edison Police Department, Edison Fire Department, members of the emergency medical services and were allowed to climb in and out of department vehicles, trucks.
Head daycare teacher in Edison charged with ‘physically’ assaulting toddler in her care
EDISON – A daycare teacher has been charged with “physically” assaulting a 2-year-old child in her care, according to Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Edison Police Chief Thomas Bryan. Nusrat J. Ameen, 56, of Edison, who is employed as a head teacher at the “I Can...
Boyfriend charged in killing of girlfriend’s daughter in 2019 after recent welfare check
PERTH AMBOY – A Perth Amboy man has been charged with killing one of his girlfriend’s twin daughters in 2019, according to Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone, Edison Police Chief Thomas Bryan and Perth Amboy Police Chief Lawrence Cattano. On July 26, the Division of Child Protection and...
Community Bulletin Board: Middlesex County: Aug. 3
Due to the national formula shortage, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Middlesex County is holding a baby formula drive. Those wishing to donate can drop off baby formula Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; or email Lauren Sikora at laurens@casaofmiddlesexcounty.org to make alternate arrangements. The office is located at 77 Church St., New Brunswick.
Edison Police Department holds first Advanced Junior Police Academy for high school juniors, seniors
EDISON – The recruits of the Edison Police Department’s first Advanced Junior Police Academy had to put their thinking hats on after finding skid marks in the parking lot of Woodrow Wilson Middle School. The skid marks led to a vehicle resting in front of a tree with...
Metuchen Police Department promotes, welcomes new officers
METUCHEN – With the changing of guard, two officers have moved up the ranks and two new officers have joined the Metuchen Police Department. Officers Wayne Karalevich was promoted from sergeant to lieutenant and Andrew Cupido was promoted from corporal to sergeant. James Markham and John Roesler joined the...
Former Edison man convicted of parental kidnapping in federal court
CAMDEN – A former Edison man was convicted of one count of international parental kidnapping after failing to return a child to the United States when ordered to do so, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger. Amitkumar Kanubhai Patel, 38, of Vadodara, India, who is a naturalized U.S....
Candidates file to run for open BOE seats in Edison, Metuchen and Woodbridge
Candidates have filed to run for open seats on the Board of Education in Edison, Metuchen and Woodbridge. The deadline to file was July 25. The school board election is Nov. 8. Edison. Twelve candidates, including three incumbents and one former board member, have filed to run for the three,...
Community Bulletin Board: Middlesex County: July 27
Due to the national formula shortage, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Middlesex County is holding a baby formula drive. Those wishing to donate can drop off baby formula Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; or email Lauren Sikora at laurens@casaofmiddlesexcounty.org to make alternate arrangements. The office is located at 77 Church St., New Brunswick.
Seven age-restricted duplexes will replace former Charlie Brown’s restaurant in Edison
EDISON – Despite objections from residents, the Zoning Board of Adjustment approved seven age-restricted duplexes that will replace the former Charlie Brown’s restaurant on Plainfield Road. The board approved Markim Developers LLC proposal for the site at a meeting in June. “We reduced the density, we reduced the...
Metuchen Police blotter
Three New York City juveniles in town visiting a friend were charged with burglary, theft and criminal attempt on July 18. A borough resident reported her purse was removed from her vehicle while she was in a store. The resident was able to provide the description of three juveniles she witnessed fleeing the area as she returned to her vehicle. Patrol was able to locate the juveniles, who were allegedly with the resident’s purse in their possession, according to police on the department’s social media page.
Police departments to hold National Night Out Aug. 2
Police departments throughout the state are holding National Night Out on Aug. 2 in continued efforts to create police-community partnerships. The Edison Police Department will hold their event at Papaianni Park, 100 Municipal Boulevard. Community members can participate in a DWI (driving while intoxicated) golf course simulation and observe a mock crash demo.
Community Bulletin Board: Middlesex County: July 20
Due to the national formula shortage, CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Middlesex County is holding a baby formula drive. Those wishing to donate can drop off baby formula Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; or email Lauren Sikora at laurens@casaofmiddlesexcounty.org to make alternate arrangements. The office is located at 77 Church St., New Brunswick.
State funds support new national 9-8-8 mental crisis hotline in hopes to lift ‘dark clouds’
With state funds to support the launch of the new national mental crisis hotline 9-8-8, New Jersey legislators hope to lift “dark clouds” plaguing those suffering from mental health issues. “The launch [of the mental crisis hotline] is only the beginning,” Wendy Sefcik said. “[This is] revamping a...
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