It was supposed to be the savior of Hardenburg and Fresh Ponds Road, the shining beacon of traffic regulation to finally bring order to this dangerous intersection. Instead, the first day of the new traffic light working has been, well, let’s just say, less than successful. Another T-Bone Incident? Already? As EMS and tow trucks...Read More

Attention, candidates! Thinking about promoting yourself at religious facilities or other nonprofit events? Well, hold your campaign signs for just a second. The IRS has some rules you’ll want to know before you go glad-handing at a charity gala. The 501(c)(3) No-Go Zone: Keep Your Campaigning in Check Under federal law, nonprofits—including religious groups and...Read More

What’s Really Going On Behind the Curtain? Well folks, just when we thought the show was over, the Board President steps back into the spotlight, determined to pull one last trick out of her hat. Despite the community’s loud and clear disapproval of Outsider VV’s reign, she seems hell-bent on getting this raise passed. You...Read More

In a groundbreaking revelation that has left the residents of East Brunswick both amused and confused, local curmudgeon and professional critic Rob W has finally realized what we’ve all been too afraid to admit: why run for any position of authority when it’s far easier—and frankly more fun—to just complain? “People keep asking me, ‘Rob,...Read More

The Perilous Crossroads: A Serious Concern In East Brunswick, a particular intersection has been stirring up more than just traffic. The community has voiced concerns so fervent and frequent that it’s clear this isn’t something to be taken lightly. Every stop sign, every flashing light at this junction seems to have a story—a testament to...Read More

If there’s one thing the residents of East Brunswick can rally behind, it’s the pursuit of a perfect manicure. But recently, the local nail scene has been rocked to its very core by the shocking and sudden disappearance of none other than Sue. Yes, Sue—the one person who could effortlessly wield a cuticle pusher while...Read More

Banned Books, Boring Threads, and Bewildered Comments More proof that you don’t need to participate in every thread, especially if you don’t know the facts. Ah, Banned Books Week—the time of year when libraries nationwide celebrate the freedom to read, and social media threads explode with heated debates. The East Brunswick Public Library has jumped...Read More

Who’s Really to Blame for Unheard Candidates? In the lively political landscape of East Brunswick, it’s election season again, and the community is abuzz. This time, the controversy isn’t about the EB BOE candidates themselves, but about who’s hogging the spotlight. According to an anonymous poster on an East Brunswick forum, the four candidates who...Read More

The Mystery of the Morning Marauder Debra from Summerhill Road section had a rough start to her day, waking up to find that someone had liberated a package from her doorstep before the clock struck 7 AM. She took to NextDoor, pleading with the thief, who’s undoubtedly a dedicated reader of neighborhood forums, to kindly...Read More

East Brunswick—You know, it’s not every day you find a local hero, but sometimes, amidst the chaos of screeching tires, pop-up drag races, and emoji-filled social media threads, one brave soul stands out. Enter Melissa GTA, our very own voice of reason in this wild, gasoline-fueled adventure on Route 18. The Great Race Debate: Are...Read More