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Hello Woodbridge! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Woodbridge's Justin Blake powered a big win over Colonia
  • Who's coming to Woodbridge to debate New Jersey's energy future?
  • Smash-and-grabs have hit Woodbridge jewelers too—what's driving them?

Also on today's calendar: Lonestar and 13 more events.

Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Nice with clouds and sun, with a high of 76 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and humid, temps: high: 76, low: 65.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 84 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Big Central Conference Offensive Players of the Week, Sept. 24-28 (nj.com subscription) — Woodbridge running back Justin Blake, a junior for the Barrons, just rushed for 180 yards and his first two career touchdowns to lead a 28–21 win over Colonia. The statewide roundup spotlights his breakout performance alongside other Big Central Conference offensive standouts, underscoring how Woodbridge's offense is gaining momentum this season.
   

2. Powering New Jersey's Energy Future (njbmagazine.com) — A major statewide energy and environmental policy conference is coming to Woodbridge on Oct. 27–28, bringing state regulators, utility CEOs, and federal officials to discuss New Jersey's high power costs and future energy mix. Local businesses and professionals can hear directly about reliability, affordability, and sustainability strategies, plus sessions on nuclear, gas, solar, permitting reforms, and lessons from Superstorm Sandy.
   

3. Smash-and-Grab Robbery at N.J. Mall Jewelry Store Prompts SWAT Response (instoremag.com) — A recent smash-and-grab at a Hackensack mall jewelry counter is part of a wider pattern that has also hit stores in Woodbridge and several other New Jersey towns. Police say organized crews, often using sledgehammers and stolen cars, are targeting gold jewelry as prices soar, and no arrests have been made yet in the New Jersey cases.
   

4. Gov. Sherrill looks to expand housing production on state land (newsfromthestates.com) — A major state housing initiative includes a mixed-use project planned near Metropark Station in Woodbridge, tying the township directly into New Jersey's long-term push for more affordable homes. State officials say up to 42,800 units could be built on public land statewide, aiming to ease high housing costs that contribute significantly to poverty across New Jersey.
   

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  • CVS Health posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in Woodbridge. Apply here.
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Ok Woodbridge! 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: You don't want to press your luck! (Thank you Tee E. for sending it in!)
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