Contested Primary Race In Edison, As 6 Dems Vie For 4 Council Seats

The Republican primary is uncontested. The primary election is scheduled for June 6.

Is $53,024 Too Much To Spend On Edison's Quarterly Newsletter?

Councilmembers debated whether the price tag was too high and made suggestions on what else should be included in the newsletter.

Comcast Xfinity Gets Council Nod To Provide Services To Edison

Comcast will now be in competition with Optimum for customers.

Developer Plans To Demolish, Expand Warehouse On Kilmer Road, Edison

The site is currently the location of a 150,000 square feet warehouse, that the builder plans to demolish and expand.

Comcast Seeks To Provide Telecommunications Services To Edison

A public hearing on the ordinance will be held on March 23.

Metuchen To Get $301K To Upgrade First Responder Dispatcher System

The borough will use the funds to purchase portable radio systems for the Metuchen Fire Department.

Metuchen Mayor, Councilman Announce 2023 Reelection Bid

Newcomer Vinita Jethwani will be joining Jonathan M Busch and Councilman Tyler Kandel as running mate.

Edison Zoning Board Rejects Proposal For Large Billboard On Turnpike

The Zoning Board rejected the plan as developers failed to meet the criteria needed to grant variant for the project.

Large Digital Billboard Hearing To Continue Feb. 21 In Edison

The application has been carried over from Jan. 17 according to the Zoning Board agenda.

Edison Receives $3M For Expansion, Renovation Of Toth Health Center

The funding will help expand the Center by nearly 3,000 square feet to meet the health needs of the community.

Edison Officials Drop Library Relocation Plan After Community Pushback

Officials had initially planned to convert the Clara Barton Library branch into a special needs recreation and programming center.

Ordinance Seeks To Add Additional Police Personnel To Metuchen PD

Extra personnel would allow detectives to go out and investigate instead of working behind the desk, the police chief told Council.

County Commissioners Outline Plan For Middlesex At Reorganization Meet

The Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners shared its vision for infrastructure, education, and quality of life.

New Council President, Vice President Elected In Edison

John Poyner & Margot Harris who recently completed one year in office were selected 2023 council president and vice president respectively.

Zoning Board To Hear Plan For Large Billboard Along Turnpike In Edison

American Outdoor Advertising has proposed a 100-foot digital billboard on Old Post Road.

New Automated Car Wash Proposed In Edison

Ballymere Capital, LLC is seeking to build the car wash at on 801 Rt.1 in Edison

Plan For Public Advocate Position ‘Wasteful, Misguided’: Edison Mayor

A public advocate would help residents oppose development projects. Some council members warmed up to the idea, but the mayor disagrees.

Edison To Revitalize Rt. 27, Cracks Down On Illegal Massage Parlors

As a first step towards the revitalization, Edison has been working with law enforcement to close illegal massage parlors in the area.

NJ Seeks To Privatize Management At Troubled Veterans Home In Edison

The move comes after federal authorities threatened to cut off some funding for the veterans home at Menlo Park due to safety violations.

2 Incumbents Unseated, 1 Keeps Edison BOE Seat: Unofficial Results

Shannon Peng is expected to keep her seat, while Joseph Romano and Vishal Patel are leading the race, unofficial results show.

Edison ​Election 2022 Live Results: Board Of Education

See who's leading the Edison BOE race, according to the unofficial results from Middlesex County.

Election 2022: Who's On The Ballot, Where To Vote In Edison, Metuchen

Here's what you need to know about voting in the 2022 general election.

Karabinchak Bill To Study Wave, Tidal Energy Clears Assembly Panel

The bill proposes to conduct a study and create a pilot program for wave and tidal energy feasibility in New Jersey.

Calls For Accountability Grow Over Bulldozer In Edison Parade

On Monday, religious leaders and residents called for accountability, while Council members condemned the incident.

1.5M State Funding Will Go Towards 3 Township Projects: Edison Mayor

Mayor Sam Joshi said the township will use the funds to expand the landmark Thomas Edison Tower & Museum among other projects.

Edison Senior Center Gets $3M For Expansion Project

The funding will be used to renovate and expand the Center to meet the health needs of the community, especially seniors.

Edison To Build $5 Million Recreational Facility For Youth Leagues

The new facility will serve as a home for Edison’s youth leagues to train and practice, Mayor Sam Joshi said.

Restaurant, Bank, Retail & Office Space Proposed In Edison

Two new applications will come before the Zoning Board during Tuesday's meeting.

No Smoking Ordinance In Parks, Playgrounds Introduced In Edison

If the ordinance passes, any kind of tobacco or cannabis smoking will be banned in public spaces like parks, playgrounds and ball fields.

Developer Cancels Controversial Plan For Townhouses In Edison

Markim Developers, LLC will not build townhouses on the site of the former Charlie Brown's restaurant.

Metuchen Will Get $800K To Improve Municipal Parking Lot

The project is expected to improve accessibility for people with special needs, incorporate pedestrian infrastructure and more.

New Splash Park, Community Garden, Turf Field Announced In Edison

During his first State of the Township address, Mayor Sam Joshi announced three major projects to be undertaken by the Township.

Edison Zoning Board Delays Vote On Charlie Brown Site Development

Hearing on the application will resume on April 26, and Zoning Board is also expected to vote.

Edison Mayor Appoints New Chief Administrative Officer

Ray Alcantara, who previously worked at the NJ Governor’s office, will now serve as Mayor Sam Joshi's Chief Administrative Officer.

Edison Among Nation's Safest Small Cities: Report

A total of 952 communities were reviewed in the study by Moneygeek, each with a population of between 30,000 and 100,000 residents.

Property Tax Bill Rises Slightly In Edison-Metuchen

Property taxes are really high in New Jersey. Here's how much homeowners in Edison-Metuchen are paying:

Edison Appoints NJ’s First South Asian Woman Municipal Judge

Dipti Vaid Dedhia will be the first female South Asian municipal court judge in Edison and New Jersey, the Township said.

Edison Mayor Pushes For Township-Wide Broadband Internet

Mayor Joshi is keen to establish broadband internet across town to help businesses and residents have easy access to the web.

Edison Mayor Joshi Attends U.S. Conference of Mayors In D.C.

At the event, mayors review best practices, collaborate on initiatives, and advocate for their town or city’s needs.

Edison-Metuchen-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Figures

The Middlesex County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.