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🌱 Patch AM: Rutgers Is Now #14 Top Public University In America

Also, don't miss Metuchen Public Library Children's Room Grand Re-Opening! on the New Brunswick Patch calendar

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What's up New Brunswick! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Rutgers–New Brunswick climbs to #14 among America's public universities
  • Planning a family? Don't miss this free New Brunswick health expo.
  • Why pharma leaders are bringing their outsourcing conference back to New Brunswick.

Also on today's calendar: Metuchen Public Library Children's Room Grand Re-Opening! and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Windy; cooler with rain, with a high of 64 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Sunday: Rain, cool; windy in the a.m., temps: high: 64, low: 59.
  • Monday: Cloudy with showers around, with a high of 66 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Rutgers Is Now #14 Top Public University In America (patch.com) — Students and residents in New Brunswick can celebrate Rutgers–New Brunswick's rise to the #14 public university spot in the nation in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 rankings. The story details how all three Rutgers campuses, including New Brunswick, achieved their best-ever standings and strong marks for advancing social mobility, reflecting ongoing investments in academic quality and student success.
   

2. Everything You Need to Know About Saint Peter's Maternity, Baby and Kids Health Expo (foxsportsradionewjersey.com) — Families in New Brunswick can attend a free Maternity, Baby and Kids Health Expo on Saturday, October 3, at Saint Peter's University Hospital's Sister Marie de Pazzi Conference Center on Easton Avenue. You'll find maternity and pediatric experts, car seat safety demos, breakout sessions, maternity unit tours, and giveaways, though advance registration is required for tours and sessions due to limited space.
   

3. Contract Pharma 2026 Conference Concludes with Risk Management Forum (contractpharma.com) — New Brunswick just hosted the 2026 Contract Pharma Contracting & Outsourcing Conference, which wrapped up with a risk management forum for companies working with contract manufacturers. Industry experts shared strategies for choosing the right partners and handling unavoidable risks, and organizers confirmed the conference will return to New Brunswick in September 2027 alongside a new bio outsourcing event.
   

4. Ranking the best hot dogs in New Jersey, according to our experts (pressofatlanticcity.com) — New Brunswick food lovers will be pleased to see Destination Dogs highlighted among New Jersey's standout hot dog spots, with its Rocky Bal-Boar-A creation getting special attention. The statewide roundup showcases inventive dogs from towns across New Jersey, giving you ideas for a local bite or a road trip for serious hot dog fans.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • At Rutgers, Talking Across Difference Aims for Civil Dialogue in a Divisive Political Climate —Mike Lucas Read on Patch
  • Domino's Pizza posted a job opening for Customer Service Rep(03970) - 340 Ryders Lane in Milltown. Apply here.
  • Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in North Brunswick. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near New Brunswick here.

Ok New Brunswick! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: David (Thank you Thomas F. for sending it in!)
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