Old Bridge Sun

01/21/2023

A musician’s journey from professional drummer to film composer

With the upcoming release of Bezos:The Beginning, Professional composer, Colin Bell, shared his creative process on scoring his first major film and his love of music. The Early Days It would be an understatement to say that Bell’s life was influenced by rhythm. As a child, his musical talent firs...

01/18/2023

The history of ‘unsung patriot military hero’ lives on through historic march in Lawrence Township

A hardy band of marchers commemorated the 61st annual Colonel Edward Hand historic march as they stepped off on a sunny Saturday morning – some 245 years and five days – after Hand and his band of Pennsylvania riflemen delayed British and Hessian troops on their way to what became known as the S...

01/17/2023

Check out our weekly Calendar to find out about local events. If you want to add calendar items, email [email protected]

New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), a division of New York Blood Center, which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers. The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or at the refreshment area. No....

01/16/2023

Opinion page: Pandemic fuels increase in to***co use in youths

From 2005 to 2020, adult cigarette smoking rates fell from around 20% to 12%, and youth cigarette smoking rates similarly declined. There was an indication that to***co awareness campaigns and educational efforts were proving effective across the country. And in New Jersey, due to advances in smoke-...

01/16/2023

Are you interested in learning more about health and wellness opportunities in Central Jersey? Join Central Jersey Newspapers on Sunday, January 22 from 11-3 at MarketFair to explore and engage with a variety of local businesses. For more information and to pre-register for this event, go to nmg.ticketleap.com/cjheatlh/

If you are interested in participating as a health vendor, email [email protected] today for more information!

01/15/2023

Gov. announces second extended deadline for property tax relief program

During his State of the State Address on Jan. 10, Gov. Phil Murphy announced that in concert with Senate President Nicholas Scutari and Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin, the state is extending the application deadline for the new ANCHOR property tax relief program to ensure every eligible New Jerseya...

01/14/2023

Giordano, Sulikowski to lead Old Bridge Board of Education

The Old Bridge Board of Education has reorganized with new leadership. Salvatore Giordano was nominated and selected – 5-4 – as board president and Matthew Sulikowski was nominated and selected – 5-4 – as board vice president at the board’s reorganization meeting on Jan. 5. Board members J...

01/13/2023

Investments in infrastructure, education and quality of life continue in Middlesex County

The Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners are moving full steam ahead into the new year as investments in infrastructure, education and quality of life are on the horizon. After being selected – once again – by his fellow commissioners to lead their dais as commissioner director, Ronald...

01/13/2023

Old Bridge man faces drug and weapon charges after months-long investigation

An Old Bridge man faces a number of drug and weapon offenses after a months-long investigation by the Middlesex County Narcotics Task Force, according to Middlesex County Prosecutor Yolanda Ciccone and Director Anthony A. Caputo of the New Brunswick Police Department. Elijah Parker, 35, was arrested...

01/11/2023

Are you a local business interested in attending our annual Central Jersey Kids Expo on March 4 from 12-4 at the Monroe Sports Center? Email [email protected] today for more information! Please reach out before February 22.

If you are interested in attending this event as a guest, pre-register at nmg.ticketleap.com/cj23/

01/10/2023

There will be an Old Bridge Community Blood Drive to help in those efforts from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Jan. 25 at the YMCA of Old Bridge, 1 Mannino Park Drive, Old Bridge.

New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), a division of New York Blood Center, which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers. The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or at the refreshment area. No....

01/10/2023

Do you own a sweet shop or winery serving the Central Jersey region? We are looking for sampling vendors for our Chocolate, Wine, and More event on February 4th at Forsgate Country Club. Email [email protected] for more information on how your local business can get involved.

01/10/2023

County Corner: Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Jan. 16 is a significant day. It is the celebration of one of our greatest leaders of the civil rights movement, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We celebrate his legacy on this day and encourage others to work to improve their communities and spread his message. Dr. King was a Baptist minister and civil...

01/09/2023

Are you interested in learning more about health and wellness opportunities in Central Jersey? Join Central Jersey Newspapers on Sunday, January 22 from 11-3 at MarketFair to explore and engage with a variety of local businesses. For more information and to pre-register for this event, go to nmg.ticketleap.com/cjheatlh/

If you are interested in participating as a health vendor, email [email protected] today for more information! We will be accepting vendors until January 12.

01/08/2023

Middlesex County Office of Passport Services earns 100% rating three years in a row

MIDDLESEX COUNTY – The Office of Passport Services was officially recognized by the United States Department of State for fully meeting annual inspection requirements for managing passport applications and renewals for three consecutive years. The Office of Passport Services received a 100% rating...

01/07/2023

Two local men face significant jail time for their roles in alleged drug and gun trafficking network

Two local men – part of an alleged drug and gun trafficking network led by Latin King gang members in Union and Middlesex Counties – could face significant jail time for their roles, according to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger. Jeziel Romero, 27, of Old Bridge, and Christopher Soto, 30, of Ma...

01/06/2023

Laurence Harbor Fire Department is seeking motivated individuals to join as volunteer firefighters.

Visit lhfd1.com/ to learn more and complete an inquiry form.

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New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), a division of New York Blood Center, which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers. The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or at the refreshment area. No....

01/04/2023

Bill strengthening concealed carry laws will face legal challenge

A new state law that strengthens restrictions regarding who is eligible for a public carry permit and establishes a list of places where people who possess a carry permit cannot bring their fi****ms is expected to face an immediate legal challenge in New Jersey. Within the past week, Gov. Phil Murph...

01/02/2023

Civil rights activist recalls sit-ins and Freedom Rides of the 1960s

Angeline Butler was 17 years old when she was arrested for sitting at the lunch counter at McLellan’s five-and-ten-cent store in Nashville, Tenn. Butler, who is Black, had committed the crime of sitting at a lunch counter reserved for white people. In 1960, Black people were not permitted to sit a...

01/02/2023

VENDORS WANTED: Are you a local business with interested in attending our Health and Wellness Expo on January 22 from 11-3 at MarketFair in Princeton? Email [email protected] today for more information! We will be accepting vendors until January 12.

If you are interested in attending this event, go to nmg.ticketleap.com/cjheatlh/ to pre-register.

01/01/2023

‘Ah-ha moments’ happening in county Magnet Schools’ new AgriScience program

The AgriScience program on the Middlesex County Magnet Schools campus in East Brunswick has expanded, launching a new curriculum in line with the Curriculum for Agricultural Education. The career major now includes an emphasis on food science and safety, animal science, and landscape design, in addi...

12/31/2022

Laurence Harbor’s new multipurpose community building garners federal support

The Laurence Harbor beachfront has garnered support from Congressman Frank Pallone Jr. (D-NJ). Old Bridge will receive $2.25 million for the township to construct a new multipurpose building along the Laurence Harbor beachfront that will help the community expand recreational opportunities for resid...

12/30/2022

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12/29/2022

Hogmanay New Year’s Eve bonfire returns in person at the historic Brearley House in Lawrence Township

The annual Hogmanay bonfire at the Lawrence Township-owned Brearley House is making an in-person comeback after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The bonfire, which was held virtually in 2020 and 2021, is all set for New Year’s Eve from 6-8 p.m. at the historic home off Meadow Road. ...

12/28/2022

The State We’re In: Kick off 2023 with a ‘First Day’ hike

By Tom Gilbert, Co-Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation If one of your New Year’s resolutions is to get outside and exercise more, here’s a great way to start 2023 on the right foot: Join a “First Day” hike on Jan. 1. Across New Jersey, guided New Year’s Day hikes are bei...

12/27/2022

Check out our weekly Calendar to find out about local events. If you want to add calendar items, email [email protected]

New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), a division of New York Blood Center, which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers. The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or at the refreshment area. No....

12/26/2022

Students learn how to ‘follow the money’ during IRS Citizens Academy at Rider University

Rider University senior Daniella Jeannot’s image of the Internal Revenue Service was that of “a boring office building with drab, gray walls.” But after spending a day with instructors from the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) Citizens Academy and cracking a “pretend” terrorist money lau...

12/25/2022

Coalition for Peace Action hold vigil standing against hate and bigotry

Holding aloft signs that proclaimed, “Solidarity Against Hate and Bigotry,” nearly 30 people assembled on Nassau Street at Palmer Square in a vigil to protest the surge in hatred directed toward minority, religious and ethnic groups, as well as the gay, le***an and transgender community. The hou...