18 Middlesex Co. Vocational Students Earn State CTE Scholar Award

Students were honored for achievement in career and technical education programs.

Edison's Roosevelt Park To Host 'Guys and Dolls' For Final Summer Show

Tickets go on sale day-of only; bring a lawn chair and canned food donations.

Metuchen Loses Historic Downtown Building; Mayor Calls For State Law Change

Busch says current New Jersey law leaves municipalities with few preservation options.

The Family Success Institute Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Directors

Community leaders bring decades of expertise in family success, behavioral health, community development and nonprofit leadership

Metuchen Library Awarded $1.6 Million In State Construction Bond Funding

The matching grant will support a nearly $3.25 million renovation and expansion of the library's first floor.

Edison Opens Cooling Centers As Extreme Heat Warning Continues

Heat index values could reach 107 degrees, with three library locations open through 8 p.m.

Cedar Hill Prep Student Honored with NJ State Citation Award for Outstanding Sportsmanship

Ishanvi Reddy Recognized by 17th Legislative District for Dedication, Discipline, and Sportsmanship On and Off the Rink

Edison's North Branch Library Reopens After $5.5M Renovation

The 18,000-square-foot facility now includes a makerspace, new meeting rooms and two expanded wings for its fiction collection.

Edison Launches Community Solar Program To Cut Residents' Electric Bills

Eligible PSE&G customers can save 45 percent on solar credits with no cost to join.

NJ AG Releases Video From Fatal Crash That Killed Edison Teen

AG's office releases radio, surveillance and dashcam footage from Feb. 19 pursuit.

Middlesex County Sheriff's Civilian Academy Returns This Fall

Weekly sessions beginning Sept. 24 will cover K-9 units, courts, foreclosures and more.

Free Outdoor Movie Night Coming to Edison's Papaiani Park

Patriotic film screening Aug. 18 is part of the township's Edison 250 celebration.

Edison Police Launch Cold Case Unit, Revisit 1994 Murder

The new unit is renewing efforts to solve the killing of Acme Check Cashing owner Irwin Edelman.

Metuchen Seeks Volunteers To Trim Street Trees On Saturday

"Metuchen Tree Time" runs July 11, with training provided for all adult volunteers.

Metuchen's Downtown Summer Sounds Series Returns With Weekly Concerts

The July 22 event headlines Metuchen's weekly Downtown Summer Sounds series.

New Mediterranean Restaurant Prepares To Open In Metuchen

Moaaz Mediterranean Grill is finalizing plans ahead of its opening.

Calling All Artisans: Secure Your Spot at Somerset's Premier Holiday Handmade Showcase

Discover the Makers Behind Somerset's Finest Handcrafted Gifts.

Wasps, Hornets, and Cicada Killers: What's Active in NJ Yards Right Now

Wasp and hornet nests are small enough to remove safely right now — and cicada killers are about to show up across Middlesex and Somerset.

About 125 Edison Homes Still Without Power, Mayor Says

Joshi says PSE&G and public works crews continue storm cleanup efforts.

Fireworks Near Me: July 4th Events Around Edison, Metuchen For 2026

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Edison, Metuchen.

'1776' Comes To Middlesex County's Plays-in-the-Park This July

The musical runs nightly at 8 p.m. from July 8-18 at the Stephen J. Capestro Theatre in Edison's Roosevelt Park.

Edison Firefighters Battle Apartment Fire in 90-Degree Heat

A second alarm was called after a working fire broke out in a second-floor unit at Rivendell Apartments on July 1, 2026.

Metuchen Secures $500K In State Funding For Memorial Park, Mayor Says

Mayor Jonathan Busch credits the borough's 18th District legislators for helping bring home the historic investment.

Edison Township Sets Public Auction For 52 Unclaimed Cars On Wednesday

The July 1 sale requires cash or certified check, with tow-only removal.

Edison Cooling Centers Open Wednesday As Extreme Heat Warning Issued

Three locations will offer relief through Saturday as heat index values climb as high as 110 degrees across central NJ.

Middlesex County Taps Edison Native To Lead NEXUS Sports Hub

Katie Eskin's resume includes the Devils, 76ers and Madison Square Garden.

Edison To Celebrate America's 250th With New Playground Ribbon Cutting

A time capsule set to open in 2051 will also be buried at the ceremony.

JFK University Medical Center Reaches Milestone: 10,000 Robotic Surgeries

Robotic surgery offers the most advanced and minimally invasive surgical options, leading to better outcomes and faster recoveries.

2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Edison, Metuchen

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America’s 250th anniversary in and around Edison, Metuchen.

Cedar Hill Prep Students Earn Top Honors at International Future Problem Solving Competition

Cedar Hill Prep Earns Top Finishes in Indiana

Edison Library's 'Reading Is Revolutionary' Summer Program Kicks Off Saturday

The USA250-themed program runs 10 weeks across three branches, with prizes for readers of all ages.

Metuchen's Grove Avenue Bridge To Close For $10M Reconstruction

Detours will be in place through Sept. 6 as crews demolish and replace the 1900-era timber structure.

Metuchen's America 250 Celebration Set For June 28 With Clydesdales, Live Music Downtown

The procession steps off at 5 p.m. from the Forum Theater, ending at Town Plaza with the Nikki Briar Band.

Edison To Mark America's 250th With July 4 Fireworks, Live Music & Food Trucks

The free celebration runs 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at 100 Municipal Blvd.; fireworks are expected at approximately 9:15 p.m.

Edison Teen Launches Nonprofit To Expand Financial Literacy

FinEmpower aims to equip people with the knowledge and tools necessary to build a more financially secure future.

Untold Stories Of Black Revolutionary Veterans Coming To Edison Public Library July 6

The Stoutsburg Sourland African American Museum will explore how the ideals of revolution shaped the lives of African Americans.

Edison Launches 'The Grove' At Polansky Park, A New Summer Social Series For Adults

Live music, rotating food trucks and lawn games are planned for select weekend evenings through the summer at 839 Grove Ave.

Edison Launches Restaurant Passport Program With Eye On World Cup Tourism

Residents and visitors can collect stamps at 300+ ethnic eateries throughout the township.

Edison Launches Pilot Transportation Program During World Cup

The initiative aims to provide residents with transportation options to popular locations throughout town on dates of the World Cup.

13 New Members To Join Metuchen High School Hall Of Fame

The inductees will be celebrated during a fall reception and ceremony and introduced at one of the high school's October football games.