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Good morning to you Edison! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

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In today's newsletter:

  • What's happening at Edison's Convention Center this weekend?
  • Which two Edison stations made the cheapest gas list?
  • Edison-led study reveals a crucial timing window for Parkinson's brain surgery.

Also on today's calendar: Mid Jersey Association of REALTORS Helping Veterans Come Home Event and 21 more events.

Today's riddle: What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 77 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Friday: Sunny and beautiful, temps: high: 73, low: 49.
  • Saturday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 70 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Things To Do in New Jersey This Weekend: October 9-October 11 (wrat.com) — Edison residents can spend this weekend treasure hunting at The Big Flea Market at the New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center on Sunfield Avenue, running Saturday and Sunday with full-day hours. Beyond town, you'll also find an aircraft and auto show in Wall, big-name comedy in Atlantic City, and classic rock and reggae shows in Red Bank if you're up for a short drive.
   

• Cheapest gas stations in New York City (mediabistro.com) — Two Edison gas stations on Route 1 make this week's regional list of cheapest fuel stops, each posting regular gas at $4.05 per gallon. While the roundup focuses on New York City area prices, it highlights specific Edison locations you can actually visit today to save a bit at the pump.
   

• New Study: Brain Surgery in First 8 Years Can Protect Memory in Certain Parkinson's Patients (newswise.com) — Parkinson's patients in Edison may benefit from new research co-led by JFK University Medical Center showing that deep brain stimulation within seven to eight years of diagnosis can help preserve memory in those with a common GBA1 mutation. The study, involving 343 patients worldwide, suggests earlier surgery plus genetic testing could guide more personalized, brain-sparing treatment decisions.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Cedar Hill Prep Invites Families to November 7 Open House —Cedar Hill Prep Read on Patch
  • A Rakhi for Those Who Protect Us: Honors Edison First Responders/Police Officers —Naresh Dhingara Read on Patch
  • Maschio's Food Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Driver for School Food Service in Edison. Apply here.
  • Boot Barn Holdings, Inc. posted a job opening for Key Holder (Full Time) in Edison. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Edison here.

🗞 Nearby News

Metuchen

  • Dentistry.One Achieves HITRUST i1, Boosts Cybertrust (investorshangout.com)
  • It's official: St. Joseph-Metuchen names Tim Corrigan new boys' basketball coach in wake of Mark Taylor's resignation (cjsportsradio.com)
  • A Soft Spot for Tiny Tots: Rev. Carrington Recognized for Work at Ebenezer Baptist Program (TAPinto.net)

South Plainfield

  • Paintings by South Plainfield Artist Tom Seiz on Display Through December (TAPinto.net)
  • South Plainfield Observing Domestic Violence Awareness Month (TAPinto.net)
  • South Plainfield Preschool Parents Attend 'Healthy Home Routines' Workshop (TAPinto.net)

New Brunswick

  • Door's Wide Open For Business As NJ Innovation Hub Opens In New Brunswick (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white?" — A chalk board (Thank you Charlie H. for sending it in!)
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