EDISON, NJ – Menlo Park Mall, a typically bustling shopping destination, experienced a surge in violence this past weekend with two separate incidents causing disruption and concern. Edison Police Chief Thomas Bryan addressed the incidents, providing details on both a large food court altercation and a firearm-related incident. On Monday,…
Author: The Edison Reporter Staff
Edison, New Jersey- Edison has a vibrant soccer culture, and one man has been at the heart of that development for decades – Spencer Rockman. This longtime Edison resident and 1968 graduate of Metuchen High School has dedicated his life to bringing the beautiful game to the community. Spencer Rockman’s…
Edison, NJ – A proposed ordinance to expand zoning areas where cannabis businesses can operate in Edison Township has sparked heated opposition from residents and elected officials. A Change.org petition opposing the expansion has garnered nearly 2,200 signatures in less than two days, highlighting the depth of community concern. Opponents…
Edison, NJ- On March 1st, 1924, a quiet Saturday morning in the industrial town of Raritan, New Jersey, was violently shattered. An explosion at the Nixon Nitration Works facility ripped through the area, triggering devastating fires and a chain of destruction that echoed for miles. Twenty lives were lost, and…
Edison, NJ- Construction has commenced on the highly anticipated new sports building at the Edison Jets field. However, the project has been met with some criticism due to a significant price jump that occurred before ground was even broken. Initially announced in June 2022 with an estimated cost of $5…
Edison, NJ- The 2017 racist campaign flyer incident in Edison, New Jersey, continues to cast a long shadow. The offensive content, attacking Asian-American school board candidates Falguni Patel and Jerry Shi, served as a potent reminder of the deep divisions that can exist even within diverse communities. As residents continue…
Edison, NJ – Looking to raise money for a worthy cause while adding a touch of patriotic flair to your home or business? Look no further than DE & DE Midnight Flags’ beautiful, handcrafted wooden flags. These stunning pieces of art are made right here in Edison, and now offer…
MIDDLESEX COUNTY, NJ – The Middlesex County Board of Commissioners has appointed Iris Delgado and Shivi Prasad-Madhukar to the Middlesex College Board of Trustees. The new trustees bring a wealth of experience in political strategy, education, and public policy to the 12-person board. This board plays a crucial role in…
Edison, NJ – The one question Council President Nish Patel answered at Monday’s council meeting was who came up with the cannibis re-zoning ordinance and where did it come from. He replied stating simply “the administration” referring to Mayor Sam Joshi. A proposed ordinance that would have re-zoned certain areas…
In 2018, New Jersey took a major step in reforming its school funding system with the passage of Senate Bill S2. This significant piece of legislation aimed to address longstanding inequities in the distribution of state aid to school districts. At the forefront of this effort was then-Senate President Stephen…