Administration Looks to Outside Experts for School Turnaround Strategies

Developer of Common Core Standards will be working with state to help ameliorate lowest-performing schools.

Fine Print: Cleaner Cars by the Numbers

New standards for cars and light trucks could drive fuel efficiency to more than 50 mpg and drastically reduce pollution.

Christie Veto of Gestational Carrier Bill Unlikely to Affect Surrogate Parents

Strong response to proposed measure guarantees one thing -- ongoing arguments.

Resurfacing of Township Roads Through Next Week

Sand Hills Road and Heathcote Road will have resurfacing work performed that will require closures.

Long Term Route 1 Construction Project Begins

Milling and resurfacing project on both sides of Route 1 is expected to be completed in the summer of 2013.

Plastic vs. Paper: NJ Legislature Readies to Tackle Battle of the Bags

With seven bills pending, advocates press for ban and fees on plastic grocery bags.

Township Concerned About Route 1 Trial Program

Residents complaining about traffic backup from restricted left turns and U-turns on Route 1 at Washington Road and Harrison Street in West Windsor.

Demolition Begins on Condemned Ridge Road Barn

Concerns over structure collapse prompts township to take down dilapidated barn.

Keynote Address Gives Christie His Biggest Stage

Prime-time speech to audience of millions will boost New Jersey reelection, national ambitions.

Council Approves Extended Sunday Liquor Store Hours

South Brunswick liquor stores will now be able to stay open until 7 p.m. on Sundays.

Holt Praises South Brunswick Biotech Company During Visit Monday

Rep. Rush Holt lauded the innovative work of Signum Biosciences in treating Alzheimer’s disease.

Romney’s VP Choice Limits Christie’s Options, Shapes Governor’s Race

Focus of New Jersey politicians shifts immediately to Christie’s 2013 reelection campaign.

Joe Camarota Democratic Candidate for Township Council in South Brunswick

Camarota has served on the South Brunswick Township Council since 2004.

Raymond Kuehner Candidate for South Brunswick Board of Education

Kuehner is seeking his first term on the South Brunswick Board of Education.

John O'Sullivan Republican Candidate for Township Council in South Brunswick

O'Sullivan is seeking his second term on the South Brunswick Township Council.

Azra Baig Candidate for South Brunswick Board of Education

Baig is seeking her first term on the South Brunswick Board of Education.

Charles Carley Democratic Candidate for Township Council in South Brunswick

Carley has served on the South Brunswick Township Council since 2004.

Paul Saltin Republican Candidate for Township Council in South Brunswick

2012 will be Saltin’s first run for public office

Fine Print: Cleaner Cars by the Numbers

New standards for cars and light trucks could drive fuel efficiency to more than 50 mpg and drastically reduce pollution.

Beware of Two New Check Scams

The Middlesex County Division of Consumer Affairs is warning county residents that two Internet check scams are targeting them and their money.

Township to Vote on Extending Sunday Liquor Store Hours Again

South Brunswick liquor store owners say they're losing business to surrounding towns.

Assembly Committee Says Towns Should Be Allowed to Keep Affordable Housing Funds -- for Now

In a hearing marked by testy exchanges, the state argues that municipalities must return $142 million in unspent funds.

Emergency Workers Could Be Prosecuted Under New Accident Victim Photo Law

Law will protect accident victims' privacy rights, sponsors say.

Senior Center Expansion Moving Forward

Contract to be awarded by end of August for new additions to the South Brunswick Senior Center.

Compromise, Caffeine, and Trade-Offs: Behind NJ's New Tenure Reform Bill

Weeks of marathon meetings bring Sen. Ruiz, key players, and Christie to celebratory signing.

Betting on the Future of Gambling in New Jersey

Racinos, pop-up casinos, sports betting, Internet action, and mobile apps -- gaming in the Garden State could wind up meaning much more than Atlantic City.

County to Close Quaker Road for Six Months

The project, slated to begin Aug. 20, will last throughout the duration of the Route 1 jughandle closure trial.

Rush Holt Holding Town Hall in Cranbury Saturday

The town hall-style meeting will start at 10 a.m.

Legislature Hands Down Speedy Verdict: Judges Should Pay

Democrats, Republicans unite on constitutional amendment requiring judges to pay more for pensions, health benefits.

South Brunswick Environmental Center to be Demolished

Building fell into state of disrepair exacerbated by Hurricane Irene.

N.J. Comptroller Audit Questions Bonuses Paid to County Improvement Authority Management

Audit finds substantial annual bonuses paid to Middlesex County Improvement Authority upper management not provided for in their employment contracts.

Council Approves $11 Million Capital Upgrades

Two bond ordinances passed for technology, vehicle, water and sewer improvements.

Project to Ease Route 1 Congestion Begins This Week

Program seeks to ease congestion on Route 1 by restricting left turns and U-turns on Route 1 at Washington Road and Harrison Street in West Windsor.

Can New Jersey Breathe Easier?

DEP tells federal agency that a number of counties now comply with standard for soot.

Work on South Brunswick Freedom Trail Bikeway to Begin Soon

Path will run from Ridge Road in Kingston to Route 1, and on the western side of Route 1 the path will run by Stouts Lane, across New Road and then back to Ridge Road.

Christie Doesn't Budge on Greenhouse Gas, Vetoes Initiative Again

Governor insists that his administration has already lowered carbon emissions lower than limits required by law.

COAH Comes After Unspent Affordable Trust Fund Money

Council letter offers simple choice: counter the state's claim or submit a check.

Township Enters into Agreement with Skywatch Program

South Brunswick to have option of utilizing county surveillance platform for large events.

Red Light Cameras Reinstated

Cameras will issue summonses for offenses that occurred during the suspension period.

Trial Period Begins for Beekman Road Speed Reduction

Speed limit officially lowered from 45 miles per hour to 35 miles per hour.