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Pennsylvania woman charged in alleged fatal shooting of Old Bridge woman at her home
OLD BRDIGE – A Pennsylvania woman has been charged with the fatal shooting of a 65-year-old woman at her Old Bridge residence, according to Middlesex County Prosecutor Yoland Ciccone and Acting Chief Donald Fritz Jr., of the Old Bridge Police Department. Elizabeth Jackson, 61, of Yeadon, Pa., is charged...
Sayreville Borough Council members voice opposition to proposed Keasbey Power Plant
SAYREVILLE – Amid debate, members of the Sayreville Borough Council have officially voiced opposition to a proposed gas-fired power plant in Woodbridge. The council voted 4-2 to pass a resolution opposing the construction of the Competitive Power Ventures (CPV) Keasbey Power Plant in nearby Keasbey, a section of Woodbridge Township, at a meeting on Sept. 12.
Old Bridge native making waves in U.S. Navy serving aboard USS Makin Island; promoted to petty officer second class
OLD BRIDGE – Following in her father’s and grandfather’s footsteps, Marie Noelle Gonzales is making waves serving in the U.S. Navy. She was recently meritoriously promoted in rank to petty officer second class, according to a press release through the Navy Office of Community Outreach. The Meritorious...
Community Bulletin Board: Middlesex County: Sept. 21
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.
Monmouth Park shows gains in handle for 2022; Lopez, Gonzalez capture titles
OCEANPORT – Monmouth Park showed a 25.2% increase in total handle and a 16.07% increase in on-track handle, while Paco Lopez won his ninth riding title and Claudio Gonzalez earned his first training title as the Jersey Shore thoroughbed track closed out its 77th season on Sept. 18. Total...
Police investigating homicide at Old Bridge residence
OLD BRIDGE – Police are investigating an alleged homicide of a 65-year-old woman in her Hanna Lane residence, according to Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Acting Chief Donald Fritz Jr., of the Old Bridge Police Department. Authorities received a 911 call at approximately 11:05 a.m. Sept. 17 reporting...
Webslinger storms home to beat Oxymore in $500,000 Nownownow Stakes
OCEANPORT – Webslinger is a maiden no more. In fact, the 2-year-old son of Constitution could well be headed to the Breeders’ Cup next. That’s how quickly fortunes can change in horse racing. Coming off a troubled second place finish in restricted Maiden Special Weight company in...
Sayreville War Memorial High School student among nominees for 2022 Heart of a Giant Award; voting open until Oct. 2
SAYREVILLE – A student at Sayreville War Memorial High School has been nominated for an award recognizing Tri-State athletes who demonstrate accomplishments off the field. Aiden Gilbert is among the nominees for the 2022 Heart of a Giant Award. The award from the non-profit organization USA Football, presented by Hospital for Special Surgery and the New York Giants, highlights students associated with sports in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. According to USA Football, the award focuses on the characteristics of commitment, character, teamwork, dedication and will.
Power Attack set for major test in $500,000 Nownownow Stakes at Monmouth
OCEANPORT – There is nothing quite as satisfying for a thoroughbred trainer as a plan that comes together with a promising 2-year-old. That is the case with Power Attack, a son of War Dancer trained by Kent Sweezey, who takes aim at Saturday’s $500,000 purse in the Nownownow Stakes at Monmouth Park.
Old Bridge remembers: ‘Need to get back to the unity of Sept. 12, 2001’
OLD BRIDGE – With moments of silence and reflection, the township commemorated the events of Sept. 11, 2001. “Twenty-one years ago, our nation was attacked by those who sought to end our freedom and our way of life,” Mayor Owen Henry said. “Many men and woman earned a title of hero that day. In New York, at the Pentagon [in Washington D.C.] and in the skies over Pennsylvania.
Community Bulletin Board: Middlesex County: Sept. 14
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.
L’Imperator sets track record in winning Presious Passion Stakes
OCEANPORT – The only graded stakes winner in the $102,000 Presious Passion Stakes at Monmouth Park on Sept. 10 acted the part – though it wasn’t quite according to the pre-race script. L’Imperator, who does his best racing on or near the lead, broke in mid-pack at...
Oceans Map looking for breakthrough performance in Presious Passion Stakes
OCEANPORT – When trainer Gregg Sacco looks at the winless campaign Oceans Map has had this year he can’t help but fall back on an old cliché to explain it. If it wasn’t for bad luck the 5-year-old gelding wouldn’t have any luck at all.
Middlesex commissioner director calls on Sayreville Democratic chairman to resign from position, boards after alleged bribery charges
SAYREVILLE – Middlesex County Board of Commissioners Director Ronald G. Rios has called on the chairman of the Sayreville Borough Democratic Organization to resign from his position, as well as the many boards he is currently affiliated with after he was alleged to have accepted “several thousands of dollars” in bribes.
Two veteran Old Bridge police officers, acting police chiefs retire
OLD BRIDGE – Two veteran police officers, who served as acting police chiefs within the past 18 months, have retired. Acting Police Chief Scott Gumprecht took over the role on April 1, and Capt. Joseph Mandola served as acting police chief from 2021 through March 31. Longtime Old Bridge...
Middlesex County welcomes ‘new era’ of education with new name, rebrand of logo
EAST BRUNSWICK – Formerly referred to as the Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools, the county’s long-term plan to rebrand the school district has taken a number of steps forward. County officials announced in June that Middlesex County Vocational and Technical Schools would transition into a “new era...
Sayreville School District has new director of food services
SAYREVILLE – The Sayreville School District has a new director of food services. The Board of Education approved the appointment of Nicholas Cittadino as the director of food services for the 2022-23 school year at a meeting on Aug. 23. He succeeds Nancy Mannino in the role. Cittadino’s appointment...
Sayreville BOE honors food services district satellite manager set to retire after 25 years
SAYREVILLE – After 25 years in the Sayreville School District, the food services district satellite manager is retiring from her position. In August, the Board of Education honored the retirement of Karen Sullivan as the district satellite manager. Her retirement will become effective on Jan. 1, 2023. Sullivan has...
Police investigate shooting in Old Bridge
OLD BRIDGE – Police are investigating a shooting of a male in the 7-11 parking lot on Morristown Road, according to Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Acting Police Chief Donald Fritz Jr. of the Old Bridge Police Department. Authorities received a 911 call reporting the shooting at approximately...
Longtime Sayreville police chief retires after 35 years
SAYREVILLE – Sayreville’s top cop reflected on his “second family” before he retired in August. A ceremony recognizing the retirement of Police Chief John Zebrowski was held on Aug. 31. Zebrowski joined the police department in 1988 and was named chief in 2011. “I’m very lucky,”...
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