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🌱 Patch AM: Middlesex County To Host Multi-Sector Career Fair Sept. 17

Also check out Back To School Prayer Rally on the Edison Patch calendar

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What's up Edison! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • County career fair brings hiring employers to Middlesex College in Edison
  • What did an ethics reprimand mean for an Edison school board member?

Also on today's calendar: Back To School Prayer Rally and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What happened to the pregnant cat that ate yarn? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 88, low: 70. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Humid with a t-storm possible, with a high of 86 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Middlesex County To Host Multi-Sector Career Fair Sept. 17 (patch.com) — Job seekers in Edison can explore a wide range of opportunities at Middlesex County's multi-sector career fair on Sept. 17 at Middlesex College on Woodbridge Avenue. The free event, running from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., offers direct access to hiring employers plus career-readiness support and training resources, but advance online registration is required.
   

• Edison Board of Education Member Reprimanded for Violating Ethics Code (tapinto.net) — An Edison Board of Education member, Christopher Lugo, has been formally reprimanded by New Jersey's School Ethics Commission for endorsing school board candidates while using his official title, which could imply a board-wide endorsement. The ruling, issued August 25, serves as an official warning without suspension or removal, and neither Lugo nor the Edison Board has publicly commented yet.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday September 8
  • BNL Pictures - Staff & Student Picture Day
    Highland Park High School HS Gym
    8:00 am
  • MLK Safety Week - During School Hours
    M.L. King Intermediate School 5205 Ludlow Street, Piscataway , NJ 08854
    8:05 am
  • Coffee and Chat →
    Vision of Hope Recovery Center, 233 Raritan Ave, Highland Park
    10:00 am
  • Carteret Reentry Program →
    Vision of Hope Recovery Center, 233 Raritan Ave, Highland Park
    11:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Does anyone know a reliable and reasonably priced lawn care service in the Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ area?
    I'm looking for regular lawn mowing that includes trimming, weed-whacking, and blowing clippings off the driveway and sidewalk. Please message me… (Nextdoor Idnk)
  • Need a mover for 0.
    7 acres of land. A small part have over 12 inches of weed, rest is normal. Need estimate (Nextdoor Oak Tree Road)
  • Triple T Hospitality Group posted a job opening for Kitchen Mgr. in Edison. Apply here.
  • Paragon Staffing posted a job opening for Receiving Specialist/ Forklift Operator in New Brunswick. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Edison here.

🗞 Nearby News

Metuchen

  • For legendary N.J. boys soccer coach milestone win represents 'what our program is about.' (nj.com)
  • 4 Dietitians Share What They Eat When They're Hungry Before Bed (verywellhealth.com)
  • 11 Pricey New Jersey Restaurants That Make A Strong Case For Treating Yourself (takingthekids.com)

South Plainfield

  • South Plainfield Mayor and Council Meeting Set for Sept. 8; Residents Encouraged to Attend (tapinto.net)
  • Sophia Valle Scores Hat Trick in Tigers Home Opener Against South Brunswick (tapinto.net)

East Brunswick

  • East Brunswick To Hold Candlelight Vigil Marking 25th Anniversary of 9/11 (patch.com)

Ok Edison! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: She had mittens! (Thank you April M. for sending it in!)
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