South Middlesex Times

Medical student collaborates with martial artist for conflict resolution training

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 23, 2024

Rutgers New Jersey Medical School student Yvan Yomba and his friend, martial artist Michael Loureiro, are collaborating to equip individuals with skills to handle conflict in various settings. Their initiative, Street Ready LLC, offers courses in conflict de-escalation, first aid, and personal safety.

Guidance published on improving early-stage Lyme disease diagnosis

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 23, 2024

Every year in the United States, an estimated 476,000 people are diagnosed and treated for Lyme disease, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Kamala Harris secures Democratic endorsement after President Biden exits 2024 race

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 23, 2024

The Democratic Party is quickly aligning behind Kamala Harris following the recent announcement that President Biden will not seek re-election.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Middlesex County in week ending July 20?

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 22, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Rutgers senior gains valuable experience through Berlin-based MTV internship

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 22, 2024

Kate Beemer, a senior at Rutgers University–New Brunswick majoring in journalism and media studies, has spent her summer interning at MTV Germany in Berlin. This internship aligns with her interests in music, improving her German language skills, and studying abroad.

Rutgers' J. Michael Gower receives top national honor from NACUBO

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 22, 2024

J. Michael Gower, executive vice president, chief financial officer, and university treasurer at Rutgers University, has been awarded the top honor for university chief administrative and financial officers by the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO).

Rutgers launches Nexus program aiding self-sufficiency for autistic individuals

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 22, 2024

Frances De Cicco, who is on the autism spectrum, struggled after completing her high school education. At 22, she does not drive or work and could not succeed in college, yet she is considered too capable to qualify for state support services.

How many companies in cities in Middlesex County received FDA inspections in Q2?

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 21, 2024

There were four companies in cities associated with Middlesex County that received four FDA inspections in the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Middlesex County in week ending July 20?

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 21, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 20, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

South Middlesex Times area weekly mass times

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 20, 2024

The following parishes in the South Middlesex Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

2 gas stations in cities throughout Middlesex County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending July 13

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 19, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 13, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

From Garden State Times

Rutgers University-New Brunswick listed among least affordable New Jersey institutions for in-state students in 2023

By Garden State Times | 4 months ago

College costs for in-state students at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, in New Brunswick, were $17,239 in 2023, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

Rutgers dental students provide crucial care on international mission trips

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 18, 2024

On her left wrist, Hannah Ciullo carries a daily reminder of courage. The ocean-blue bracelet she wears was made by a little girl she treated on the school’s annual mission trip to the Dominican Republic.

Rutgers study highlights rising suicidality among black LGB adolescents

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 17, 2024

Compared with their heterosexual peers, thinking about suicide, attempting suicide, bullying in school, and cyberbullying are occurring at least double the rates among lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) adolescents. These trends are increasing among Black LGB adolescents, according to Rutgers Health research.

Richard L. McCormick named interim president of Stony Brook University

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 17, 2024

Rutgers President Emeritus Richard L. McCormick has been appointed interim president of Stony Brook University for the upcoming academic year, as announced by the State University of New York (SUNY) Board of Trustees this week.

Rutgers-led team finds historic hurricane evidence dating back over four centuries

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 17, 2024

A Rutgers University-New Brunswick-led research team employing an emerging technique to detect signs of past hurricanes in coastal sediments has found evidence of storms dating back more than 400 years. In doing so, they have confirmed an approach that could give them a better understanding of how the frequency of storms changes when the climate changes.

Rutgers–New Brunswick receives prestigious APLU designation

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 17, 2024

The Association of Public and Land-grant Universities (APLU) has designated Rutgers University–New Brunswick as an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University, acknowledging its significant commitment to economic engagement in the region.

Rutgers start-up receives $14.5M grant from U.S. Department of Energy

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 17, 2024

Rutgers start-up Queens Carbon will receive $14.5 million in government funding to advance its technology aimed at eliminating carbon emissions from the cement industry.

Cheapest diesel in cities across Middlesex County in week ending July 13

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 16, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Middlesex County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 13, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Former Rutgers star Denise Reddy joins US Women's National Team as assistant coach

By South Middlesex Times | Jul 16, 2024

Denise Reddy is no stranger to the Miller Family Soccer Complex, although it didn’t exist when she was a two-time team captain and an All-American in soccer at Rutgers more than 30 years ago.