Edison, Metuchen: A Week In Review

EDISON, NJ — Miss any headlines in Edison, Metuchen? Patch's week in review has got you covered for the neighborhood's top news.

Edison Man Fatally Struck By Police Car, State Investigating

Julius Filep, 55, of Edison, died after he was struck by a patrol car driven by Officer Mitchell Ngai of the East Brunswick police department, the New Jersey Attorney General's office said in a statement.

Edison Ordinance Allows Cannabis Businesses To Operate In Town

The Town Council recently introduced an ordinance that would allow certain marijuana businesses to operate within the township. The ordinance not only regulates the number of licensed businesses allowed to operate but also controls the manner, location, and times of operation.

Metuchen Country Fair 2021 Canceled Amid COVID Surge
The Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday announced it was canceling this year's Country Fair.

Amazon's New Delivery Station In Edison Is Now Open

Amazon's new delivery station in Edison is now open, the company announced Monday. The 289,000 square-foot facility located at 8 B Court South in Edison, opened in late July, the company said.

Boil Water Advisory Issued In Edison, 8 Towns Following Leak

New Jersey American Water on Tuesday issued a boil water advisory to customers in several towns including Edison. The advisory was issued following a loss of water pressure from a transmission main leak along Possumtown Road in Piscataway.

Metuchen Gas Station Manager Stole From Amtrak, Feds Say

A Metuchen gas station manager was charged Thursday with entering fraudulent charges on fuel credit cards assigned to at least four Amtrak vehicles, Acting U.S. Attorney Rachael A. Honig said.