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🌱 Patch AM: What the governor did—and didn’t—say at Pino’s Pizza stop
Also, don't miss YMCA Welcoming Week on the Woodbridge Patch calendar
Coffee in hand, Woodbridge? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What the governor did—and didn't—say at Pino's Pizza stop
- See how a Woodbridge rescue pup learned to trust again
Also on today's calendar: YMCA Welcoming Week and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Warm; a morning shower, with a high of 88 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Friday: Turning sunny and less humid, temps: high: 82, low: 61.
- Saturday: Sun giving way to clouds, with a high of 80 and low of 69 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• At Woodbridge Event, Sherrill doesn't Comment on Caldwell (insidernj.com) — The governor visited Pino's Pizza in Woodbridge for a brief tour and press availability but declined to give new details about an investigation involving Lieutenant Governor Dale Caldwell. Speaking for only about four minutes, she emphasized taking complaints seriously, protecting due process, and ensuring New Jersey's elections remain fair and safe. Reporters left without clear answers on when she learned of the concerns or whether Caldwell should step aside. 
• Rescue Dog's First Morning Out of Shelter Came With a Smile, Then Love Slowly Helped Him Heal (dogtime.com) — A rescued terrier mix named Gus, originally from Woodbridge, has gone from nervously hugging the floor to joyfully soaking up affection in his new home. An Instagram reel traces his journey from street panhandling to trusting cuddles, showing how patient care helped him relax. Many viewers have responded with heartfelt comments about the power of love and rescue.
📸 Around Woodbridge
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Woodbridge
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★ Featured events ★
- YMCA Welcoming Week →
The Gateway Family YMCA – Rahway Branch, 1564 Irving St, Rahway
9:00 am - New Website Connects New Jersey Residents with a Trusted Criminal Defense Lawyer →
Stephen Jones, Esq 554 Lighthouse Ln Bldg 103, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861,
9:00 am - Highland Park Arts in the Park Street Fair →
Main Street Highland Park, 212 Raritan Ave, Highland Park, NJ, 08904,
11:30 am - CareSparc Community Connections Sustainable Health & Wellness Village Fest →
Newark, NJ, 08901,
11:00 am
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
Sunday September 20
Saturday September 26
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
- Woodbridge Center - FREE Kids Club Event →
250 Woodbridge Center Dr, Woodbridge Township
10:30 am - Yoga For Health →
Sclsnj's Montgomery Library Branch, 100 Community Dr, Montgomery
11:30 am - Wine on the Beach →
Blaine Avenue, Blaine Ave, Seaside Heights, NJ, 08751
12:00 pm - Flawless →
Bauer Boucher Theatre Center, Vaugh-Eames Hall, 1000 Morris Ave, Union
7:30 pm - Car Show at the Woodbridge Elks →
Elks Lodge, 665 Rahway Ave, Woodbridge Township
6:00 pm - Trace Adkins 30th Anniversary Tour →
Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center, 46 Washington Street, Carteret, NJ, 07008
8:00 pm - Access for Reel Tournament 2026 →
Queen City Marina, 525 2nd St, Beach Haven
11:00 am - Free Introduction to Inner Engineering with Guided Meditation →
Princeton Marriott at Forrestal, 100 College Rd E, Princeton
1:30 pm
Saturday September 12
Thursday September 17
Friday September 18
Saturday September 19
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Walmart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Supervisor in Woodbridge. Apply here.
- DSV posted a job opening for Supervisor, Ocean Export in Iselin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Woodbridge here.
🗞 Nearby News
Iselin
- Pega Lead System Architect LSA - InfiCare - Almont, CO, US (dice.com)
Colonia
- Ecc players of the week for D'Youville athletics (buffalonews.com)
Perth Amboy
- Raritan Bay Medical Center Foundation and Old Bridge Medical Center Foundation are Proud to Host Annual Walk for Mental Health (newswise.com)
- West Orange Daily Buzz: Sep. 9, 2026 (jerseybee.org)
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: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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