Edison, New Jersey – In a heated meeting on March 13th, 2024, the Edison Town Council stirred controversy by approving a $144,000 contract for a website redesign. The contract was awarded to a company with known ties to Mayor Joshi, despite the bid being significantly higher than competing offers. The…
Author: The Edison Reporter Staff
The Edison Angels, a once-thriving girls’ softball league in Edison, has been disbanded. The fields where countless young women practiced, played and forged lifelong friendships will be replaced by soccer fields, a project carrying a hefty $5.4 million price tag. The news has sparked debate about the utilization of the…
EDISON, NJ – An Iselin jewelry company and its owners have admitted to evading U.S. customs duties by undervaluing imported gold jewelry. The settlement, announced by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger, brings scrutiny to Edison Mayor Sam Joshi, as the company owners in question are known friends and financial contributors.…
Edison, NJ- Edison Councilman Rich Brescher is calling for the immediate implementation of a system to notify residents of crimes as they happen. In a scathing Facebook post, the Councilman criticized the Mayor’s handling of rising crime rates, citing a lack of experience and suggesting the hiring of a qualified…
EDISON, NJ – Comcast has received approval from the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities to operate a system-wide franchise in Edison. The company will begin construction immediately on a multi-year project, with some residents expected to receive Xfinity services within the next three months. However, the complete expansion will…
EDISON, NJ – Two Rahway teenagers have been arrested following a brazen attempted carjacking outside a busy Edison grocery store last week. Police are still seeking a third suspect believed to be involved in the incident. The 16-year-old and 17-year-old suspects, whose names are withheld due to their age, were…
EDISON, NJ – After months of negotiations, Edison’s dedicated crossing guards have reached a significant victory with a new contract securing a pay raise to $26 per hour. This represents a substantial increase in compensation, recognizing the vital role these individuals play in ensuring the safety of students throughout the…
Edison,NJ- Law enforcement agencies are meant to serve as the impartial guardians of public safety, upholding the law without favor or bias. However, when law enforcement becomes politicized, this foundational principle is shattered, leading to a system where justice itself becomes a pawn in political games. The consequences of this…
EDISON, NJ – The Edison Police Department expanded its ranks today, swearing in seven new officers at a ceremony held at Oak Tree Pond. The additions raise the department’s complement of sworn officers and bolster its commitment to community safety. Officer Ahmad Awadeh (formerly of Paterson PD), Officer Samuel Coutoufos…
Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth and support a fantastic cause! The DJ Geiling Scholarship Foundation is hosting a cookie walk this Saturday, April 20th, from 11 AM to 1:30 PM at the Edison High School Cafeteria. This delicious event offers a unique way to support a deserving Edison…