Just three months after the nearby Pathmark closed its doors for good, Superfood Marketplace officially opens its today, February 27, 2016. Superfood Marketplace completely renovated the nearly 25,000 square-foot space that was previously occupied by Walgreens at 738 Union Avenue, Middlesex, NJ. In addition to packaged goods and produce, the store also features a butcher’s station and deli department. Although the store has been open for a few weeks, the grand opening celebration is from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm today with welcome remarks from 12 noon to 12:30pm. The free event will have plenty of family and child-friendly entertainment including a clown, balloon artist, and a custom cigar roller. Continue Reading →
Dunellen
Poll: Taylor Ham or Pork Roll?
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Yesterday, the New Jersey State Police posed the question, Pork Roll or Taylor Ham?(function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) return; js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = “//connect.facebook.net/en_US/sdk.js#xfbml=1&version=v2.3”; fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js, fjs);}(document, ‘script’, ‘facebook-jssdk’));Time to settle the age-old battle. Is it Pork Roll or Taylor Ham? Troopers have been warring about this since 1921….Posted by New Jersey State Police on Wednesday, February 24, 2016
As you will note, the meaty map shows that Dunellen is on the border line. So are we siding with the North or the South? Here’s your chance to vote. Continue Reading →
Transportation
Hoverboards banned on all NJ Transit vehicles and properties
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NJ TRANSIT has announced a ban on hoverboards on all trains, buses, light rail and Access Link vehicles, at stations and outlying property starting February 10, 2016. Customers and employees will no longer be permitted to ride, charge, store or transport the devices on the NJ TRANSIT system and at stations or facilities. “NJ TRANSIT prides itself on putting the safety of customers and employees first,” said NJ TRANSIT interim Executive Director Dennis J. Martin. “Through news accounts nationwide, we have seen too many cases of people falling and seriously injuring themselves or, in some instances, the devices sparking flames.”
The restrictions come as mass transit systems across the country begin to implement regulations on hoverboards. Recently, Amtrak, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and commuter rail agencies in Chicago and Southern California have banned the devices. Continue Reading →
Middlesex County
Middlesex County To Assume Monmouth County Medical Examiner’s Operations
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The Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders voted February 18 to establish a Shared Services agreement with Monmouth County to regionalize all Medical Examiner operations, utilizing Middlesex County’s state-of-the-art facility in North Brunswick. As part of the agreement, Monmouth County will pay Middlesex County $1.4 million annually — or $14 million over the life of the agreement — to perform all operations, including investigations of all unexplained natural deaths and violent deaths in order to determine cause and manner of death. The office also preserves evidence, analyzes physical evidence and provides expert testimony in courts of law. The agreement, effective April 1, will be in place for 10 years. The arrangement will save Monmouth County more than $1 million over that term. Continue Reading →
Middlesex County
Middlesex County sees rise in ATM thefts
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On February 22, Middlesex County Prosecutor Andrew C. Carey warned that individuals risk the possibility of allowing their credit and debit card numbers to be stolen whenever they use an automated teller machine to withdraw cash. The theft of card numbers at ATMs has been on the rise in recent months, Prosecutor Carey said, noting that the best defense for ATM users is to place one hand over the ATM to prevent thieves from being able to view ATM customers’ personal identification numbers. By installing tiny cameras, known as “skimmers,” over the card-reading camera of legitimate ATMs, thieves have been able to secretly record credit and debit card numbers and users’ PINs. Recording those numbers enables thieves to create new cards and potentially steal thousands of dollars from the accounts of ATM users. There have been 20 ATM thefts reported in Middlesex County since December. Continue Reading →
Events
2016 Maple Sugaring Events in NJ
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Crocuses start peeking through the snow and mud…it’s time for maple sugaring! Somerset County Environmental Education Center
190 Lord Stirling Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ • 908 766-2489
The events are held every Saturday and Sunday through March 15. Suggested donation: $1 per person. The 90-minute program includes a half-mile hike to the “Sugar Shack” where the process will be demonstrated. February 20, 21, 27, 28
March 5, 6, 12, 13
Saturdays – 10am, Noon, and 2pm
Sundays – Noon and 2pm
http://somersetcountyparks.org/eventsPrograms/naturalist/MapleSugaring.html
Duke Farms
1112 Dukes Parkway West, Hillsborough • 908 722-3700
Visitors will learn how to tap a tree, view a live saw mill demonstration and participate in nature hikes related to the Sugar Maple. Continue Reading →
Police
Dunellen Police Save Second Life with Narcan
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Dunellen Police Department have saved their second person using Narcan. At 2:01 a.m. today, Wednesday, February 17, Sergeant DelBuono, Patrolman Daniel and Patrolman Pepe were dispatched to a house on New Market Road near Vail and Center Streets. Upon arrival, the policemen realized that the residence was actually located in Piscataway and notified dispatch. Once inside, they observed that a Point Pleasant resident was unresponsive and exhibiting agonal breathing, indicating a heroin overdose and her boyfriend who is a resident at the house, confirmed that she had a history of heroin use. Patrol officers administered a dose of Narcan at 2:08 a.m. When there were no changes in symptoms, they administered at second dose at 2:13 a.m. Following the second dose, Piscataway police and parametics arrived. Continue Reading →
Dunellen
NJ Division of Taxation to Hold Dunellen Property Revaluation Hearing
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The New Jersey Division of Taxation will conduct a public hearing this month to allow citizens of Dunellen to voice their opinions about property taxes as part of its investigation into whether to order the Middlesex County municipality to begin a property revaluation. The hearing will convene at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2016, at Dunellen High School, 411 1st St., Dunellen. The public hearing will allow Division representatives to hear public comments regarding the value of taxable property in Dunellen. Dennis Shilling, Deputy Director of Operations, and Patricia Wright, Deputy Director of Compliance & Enforcement and Property Administration, will conduct the hearing on behalf of the Division. Continue Reading →
Dunellen
Destroyer Alumni Holding Special Olympics Fundraiser
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Last year, a team of former Destroyers competed in the NY Giants Snow Bowl, a flag football tournament benefiting the Special Olympics New Jersey. The team raised over $7,000, placing them 7th place for fundraising. This year, they are hoping to more than double that amount, with a goal of $15,000. The main fundraiser event will be held on Sunday, February 21, 2016 at Gabriele’s Bar & Grill, 1351 Centennial Ave, Piscataway from 1pm-4pm. This family friendly event is geared towards sports enthusiasts and will include special guests such as Giants greats Eric Dorsey, Odessa Turner and Stephen Baker, as well as NJ native and Super Bowl Champ Shawn Mayer. Continue Reading →
Dunellen
Celebrating Valentine’s Day in Dunellen
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Still looking for suggestions to celebrate Valentine’s Day? Here are some fun and affordable ideas just around the corner! Roxy and Duke’s Roadhouse has two special events happening on Sunday, February 14. In the afternoon, starting at 1pm, is the Jumpin’ Jivin’ Swingin’ Sunday with three musical acts: Crash Gordon and Debra Dynamite, April Mae & the Junebugs, and special guest Wendell Jones of the Reach Around Rodeo Clowns. Admission is $15 and includes a free dance lesson. Continue Reading →