NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—Hundreds of students, faculty, and community members rallied and marched across the city on November 25, in response to the decision of a St. Louis County, Missouri grand jury investigating the death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri.
City officials estimate there were some 400 protestors, while organizers said there were more than 500 present for the march down George Street.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—Known for its fat sandwiches, Rutgers University, and a slew of healthcare institutions, the Hub City another unique claim to fame: one of the best DIY (do-it-yourself) music scenes in state.
Known as the "basement scene," most shows are played in the basements of people who organize both local and touring bands to play shows together.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—Carlos Ocon, a 61-year-old New Brunswick resident, was arrested on July 26 and charged with sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl.
The assault, which took place on Friday July 25, allegedly occurred in Boyd Park, located between Route 18 and the Raritan River.
Through the investigation, it was determined that Ocon approached the child outside of a store on Remsen Avenue, and led her to Boyd park.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—With the help of two recent donations from government entities, a new supportive housing location for victims of domestic violence will be able to begin construction in early September.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—The city of New Brunswick offers a free summer youth program from June 30th to August 8th of the summer.
The program, entitled Play S.A.F.E (Summer Activities For Everyone), is targeted for six to twelve year olds who live in the city. Over 2,000 children are expected to participate in the program.
NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ—New Brunswick’s Chamber Orchestra presented a weekendlong festival of events incorporating dance, art, and music for the community.
On Friday there was an opening reception at Alfa Art Gallery in which members of the New Brunswick Chamber Orchestra played and community members mingled.
The artwork of John Hawaka was also displayed. One of his pieces helped inspire the creation of the festival.
PISCATAWAY, NJ—Gloria Steinem, a famous author, lecturer, editor, feminist activist, and opinion leader on issues of equality, spoke at the Livingston Student Center.
The Institute for Women’s Leadership Consortium organized this lecture. Members include Douglass Residential College, Center for Women and Work, Institute for Women and Art, Department of Women’s and Gender Studies, and several other organizations
The lecture was sponsored by Susan and Michael J. Angelides.
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