Egg Harbor School Board Explores AI Integration and Addresses Overcrowding, Student Well-Being

Overview: The Egg Harbor Township School Board meeting focused on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) within the district, addressing issues such as overcrowding and student well-being, and facilitating community engagement in strategic planning.

Amherst Planning Board Reviews Mixed-Use Development Amidst Public Concerns

Overview: The Amherst Planning Board held an extensive meeting on May 7, 2025, which primarily focused on a proposed mixed-use development by Archipelago Investments LLC. The project, intended to address the region’s housing crisis, involves constructing three buildings with 140 residential units, commercial space, parking facilities, and site improvements. The board also addressed various public concerns regarding the project’s impact on traffic, parking adequacy, and the community’s housing needs.

Swampscott Select Board Debates School Bus Cuts and Liquor Licenses Amid Budget Concerns

Overview: During a Swampscott Select Board meeting, discussions focused on proposed cuts to school bus services, liquor license approvals, and budget allocations. Community members voiced concerns, while the board grappled with balancing immediate needs with long-term fiscal responsibility.

Waldwick Planning Board Faces Backlash Over Turf Field Project and Traffic Concerns

Overview: The recent Waldwick Planning Board meeting centered around discussions of a new synthetic turf field project and associated infrastructure changes, with residents expressing concerns about soil removal, traffic, and the lack of communication from the Board of Education. The meeting also tackled potential impacts on local traffic and emergency access due to a proposed development on Harrison Avenue.

Sayreville Residents Express Concerns Over Proposed Mosque Development Amidst Traffic and Safety Worries

Overview: During the recent Sayreville Borough Planning Board meeting, attention was directed toward a proposed mosque on Ernston Road, sparking considerable debate over its potential impact on community traffic, safety, and quality of life. The controversial project has raised concerns among residents, who fear the repercussions of adding a large structure to an area already deemed one of the most dangerous roads in Middlesex County. The board navigated a tense dialogue, balancing community apprehensions with procedural obligations, all while postponing a final decision until further review.