The Anxiety of Kindergarten Transitions — and How Schools Can Help

What Somerset County Parents Need to Know Before the First Day of School

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck Coming To Edison's Menlo Park Mall May 16

The iconic pink truck's 10th Anniversary tour rolls into Edison with limited-edition merch, macarons, and 10th Anniversary cookies.

Building a Healthier Future for New Jersey

Hackensack Meridian Health is making a historic, three-billion-dollar investment that will redefine the standard of care.

Edison Residents Petition BOE To Kill $9M Talmadge Road Deal Ahead Of Budget Vote

Hundreds of Edison residents signed a petition demanding the district scrap the land purchase ahead of a budget vote set for Tuesday.

Metuchen High School Student Named 2026 National Merit Scholar

The student is among fewer than 1 percent of U.S. students to reach National Merit Finalist standing in the 2026 competition.

2 Edison Seniors Win Corporate-Sponsored National Merit Scholarships

Edison students Abhinav Senthilkumar and Pranav Vemulapalli earned prestigious 2026 National Merit Scholarships.

Somerset Private School Students Medal in National French Language Contest

Cedar Hill Prep students earn gold, silver, bronze & merit honors in the National French Contest.

Woman Wanted In Edison Stabbing Caught By Us Marshalls

Dawn Burge faces an aggravated assault charge in connection with a June 2025 domestic dispute in which an Edison man was stabbed.

State Adds $500K To Edison's Public Health Infrastructure Grant

The additional funding brings Edison's total Enhancing Local Public Health Infrastructure grant to more than $1.25M.

Cedar Hill Preparatory School Students Earn Top Honors in National Spanish Exam

14 Somerset students earned medals on a national Spanish exam — see who made the list.

Edison Youth Sports Funding Ordinance Tabled Over Residency Rule, Missing Formula

Councilman Richard Brescher said a 75% Edison-resident threshold could disqualify shared programs like ice hockey.

Metuchen Drops Hillside Avenue Bike Lane After Resident Pushback

Mayor Jonathan Busch said the borough will cancel a planned May demonstration and explore other pedestrian and bicycle improvements instead.

Finding Life-Altering Relief from Taboo Condition Thanks to Outpatient Surgery

Monroe woman helps demystify pelvic organ prolapse and urges women not to suffer in silence

This Edison Nonprofit Serves Free Weekly Meals To Middlesex College Students

Edison's World Food Movement serves 100 free lunches weekly at Middlesex College, where over half of the students report food insecurity.

Edison Firefighter Injured After Falling Through Roof Battling Apartment Blaze

The injured firefighter was treated at a local hospital and is in good condition, authorities said.

Four Cedar Hill Prep Students Named 2026 NJHS Outstanding Achievement Award Winners

Cedar Hill Prep's Isha Gupta, Lily Trotta, Nico Garofalo, and Shivad Desai Honored for Scholarship, Leadership, and Service

Edison Mayor Calls BOE's Proposed Tax Hike 'Reckless,' Cites Financial Mismanagement

Joshi publicly condemned the BOE's proposed $372M budget, saying the projected 12% tax increase reflects years of financial mismanagement.

Edison Students Vying For $100K In In International Math Finals

The 5 students will present their mathematical analysis of online sports betting risks to a panel of professional mathematicians in NYC.

Army Corps Of Engineers To Present Raritan Arsenal Cleanup Plan At Edison Meeting

The public meeting will cover a proposed plan to address munitions and explosives found in the soil at the former Edison & Woodbridge site.

Edison Boy Reads 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, And He's Only 3

Atlas Lam-Fortes is the third young patron to complete the Edison Public Library's early literacy challenge since it launched last year.

Edison Hardware Store Stars In New Netflix Series, And Is Throwing A Watch Party

Dan Levy's 'Big Mistakes,' filmed at Edison Millwork & Hardware last summer, debuts on Netflix April 9.

Somerset Private School Launches Global Issues Change Maker Pitch Competition for Grade 7 and 8 Students

Students will research real global challenges, develop innovative solutions, and compete in a live pitch competition

Cedar Hill Preparatory School to Host Babson EPIC Entrepreneurship Program for Grade 7 and 8 Students

One-week program brings Babson College's world-class entrepreneurial curriculum to Somerset, NJ

Highland Park resident leads Multiple Sclerosis Fundraiser, for 17th Year

Event April 18th to feature music acts, DJ, fashion show, 50/50 raffle, and more

Metuchen High School Seeks Hall Of Fame Nominees Ahead of May 1 Deadline

The biennial honor recognizes graduates, faculty, and staff for achievements in career, athletics, community service, and more.

Cedar Hill Prep Student Wins Big at Chicago Midwest Invitational, Heads to World Series in Argentina

Somerset third grader Ishanvi Reddy takes first place in two categories and earns a spot on Team USA

Free U.S. Citizenship Workshop Coming To Edison Public Library In April

Jewish Family Services of Middlesex County will walk attendees through the naturalization process, civics test and interview prep.

Somerset Students Lead Garden State Debate League Tournament with Top Win Rate in New Jersey

Somerset School Posts Highest Win Rate at Statewide Debate Tournament, Claiming Three of the Top Six Team Spots

NJ LPNs Can Now Become Registered Nurses In 1 Year At Middlesex College

A new bridge program at Middlesex College offers LPNs an affordable, accelerated route to an RN associate degree.

Metuchen-based Scholarship Opportunity

$1000 for High School Seniors pursuing an education and career in an education in social work, education, or medicine.

Edison Residents Petition Against Proposed School Tax Hike, Demand Budget Pause

Edison families say a $28M jump in school tax levy threatens to displace residents already squeezed by inflation and tech layoffs.

Edison Schools Proposes $372M Budget, A Tax Hike Could Be Coming

Edison's $372M school budget raises the local tax levy by $28 million amid state aid cuts, depleted reserves, and rising costs.

Easter Egg-stravaganza Coming To Edison This Saturday With DJ, Games & More

The event will feature a live DJ, games, free giveaways, and photos with the Easter Bunny.

All-Inclusive Playground Coming To Edison In Honor Of America's 250th Anniversary

The project will be accessible to children and families of all abilities.

Cedar Hill Prep Students Head to Internationals After 2nd Place Finish at Future Problem Solving Competition

Somerset students advance to Indiana University this June after a standout community project with Pine Grove Manor

Edison Venue Wins National Award For Best New Bowling Center

The Rt. 1 entertainment complex, featuring 32 luxury bowling lanes and an interactive LED wall , was recognized for design and innovation.

Somerset Coaches Are Doing More Than Training Athletes—They’re Building Confidence

From the court to the classroom, these women are helping students find their voice and build lasting confidence.

Somerset Students Recognized In New York Times Memoir Contest

Students place in top tier of over 14,000 entries in New York Times Tiny Memoir Contest

Where To Enjoy Easter Brunch Or Dinner In & Around Edison, Metuchen

Several restaurants will be open for Easter on Sunday, April 5.

Edison Student Among The Best High School Leaders, Wins $20K Coca-Cola Scholarship

The Edison Academy senior is one of 150 students nationwide to win a Coca-Cola Scholarship.