Molly O'Brien started writing for New Brunswick Today as a freelance reporter in February 2013.
Molly writes stories on government, arts, free events, bilingual events, education and more.
Molly graduated from Rutgers University with a B.A. in French Linguistics and Linguistics, where she also studied Writing and Journalism. Molly also graduated Rutgers Law School.
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NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—Last April, University President Bob Barchi appointed Gregory Jackson to a newly-created position in his administration: Chief of Staff.
Previously a Rutgers Associate Vice President and Interim Vice Chancellor for Undergraduate Academic Affairs, Jackson has served as Barchi's "right hand man" from the beginning of his administration in September 2012.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ— Today there will be free family activities plus special performances and workshops at various downtown venues including the State Theatre, Crossroads Theatre, George Street Playhouse, United Methodist Church.
There will also be a heated tent set up in front of the State Theatre (15 Livingston Ave) known as the "Hub City Big Top," where families can enjoy free balloon animals, face painting, games, music, and more!
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—A record label started in New Brunswick is celebrating their 10th anniversary at several concerts taking place in Brooklyn from Thursday evening February 6 through Saturday February 8.
Don Giovanni Records will celebrate ten years in business with their annual showcase, taking place at two separate concert venues in Brooklyn.
The showcase schedule is as follows:
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—Due to the snowfall that started early this morning, all school in New Brunswick is cancelled today Monday February 3 from morning until evening.
This includes all Rutgers University and Middlesex County College (MCC) classes on all campuses and every school in the New Brunswick Public School District.
TRENTON, NJ—Warrantless surveillance by airborne drones, and even unmanned aerial vehicles with weapons attached to them, are still considered legal in New Jersey.
On Tuesday January 21, Governor Chris Christie pocket vetoed the bill that would have put restrictions on the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV). He gave no explanation for his decision.
Update: According to New Brunswick Today’s Richard Rabinowitz, unmanned aerial vehicles have been in New Brunswick since at least 2009.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—Rutgers University will be testing unmanned aerial vehicles, commonly referred to as drones, for use by U.S. government agencies.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced plans on Monday to test unmanned flying aircrafts at several colleges including Rutgers, Virginia Tech, and the University of Maryland.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—Coming this weekend, there will be two special dance performances at the George Street Playhouse (9 Livingston Ave).
Both performances start at 7pm on Saturday December 28 and Sunday December 29. Tickets are $10 and can also be bought online.
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