Old Bridge Township Council Stresses Early Breast Cancer Screening Amid New Guidelines

Overview: The Old Bridge Township Council meeting focused on the importance of early breast cancer detection, aligning with new screening guidelines that recommend mammograms starting at age 40. This development is critical for early treatment, particularly in New Jersey, which experiences higher than average breast cancer rates.

Old Bridge Library Faces Supplier Disruption Amid Facility Upgrades and Community Engagement

Overview: The Old Bridge Library Board of Trustees meeting addressed significant challenges and opportunities, including the cessation of operations by their primary book supplier Baker and Taylor, extensive facility upgrades, and enhanced community services.

Old Bridge Township Planning Board Rejects Raceway Park Settlement Proposal Amid Deliberations

Overview: The Old Bridge Township Planning Board convened on September 25, 2025, to address a variety of issues, the most notable being the unanimous rejection of a settlement agreement with Raceway Park. This decision was part of a meeting characterized by discussions on property subdivisions, variance requirements, and environmental compliance.

Old Bridge Zoning Board Denies LED Billboard Application Amid Resident Concerns

Overview: The Old Bridge Township Zoning Board meeting on September 18, 2025, saw a decision as members unanimously denied an application from Outfront Media LLC to construct a digital LED billboard along Route 18, citing concerns over its proximity to residential areas. The proposed sign would have been positioned 230 feet from nearby homes, failing to meet the township’s zoning requirement of a 500-foot distance from residential properties. This denial was one of several topics covered over the course of the meeting.

Old Bridge Township Zoning Board Reviews Solar Lighting Plan Amidst HOA Financial Concerns

Overview: The Old Bridge Township Zoning Board meeting primarily focused on the approval of solar lighting installations for a residential development managed by 2Gor Farm LLC. The decision was driven by financial considerations, with the homeowners association (HOA) responsible for maintenance. The board also discussed the implications of transitioning management responsibilities from the developer to the HOA.