For further information, contact:

Jennifer Poppy

South Brunswick Township

Public Affairs

732-329-4000, ext. 7275

FALL 2026 VETERAN STREET RECOGNITIONS IN SOUTH BRUNSWICK

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. (Aug. 18) — This fall, South Brunswick Township will recognize local veterans for their service through the Veterans Recognition Street Naming Initiative. The township’s Veteran Street Sign Program allows South Brunswick residents who served as wartime veterans to be honored by adding their names to a secondary sign on an existing municipal street.

By adding the names of local wartime veterans to public street signs, the township seeks to promote public awareness of these individuals while showing appreciation for their outstanding contributions and service to our country as members of the U.S. armed forces.

Eligible candidates for this honor include honorably discharged veterans who served in a military department as defined under the Department of Defense, which includes the departments of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. Wartime veterans are individuals who served in the active military forces during a period of armed conflict, or who received armed forces expeditionary or other campaign service medals during an emergency condition, including those who died in the line of duty in the active military forces.

“Each of these veterans has a story of service and sacrifice that deserves to be remembered,” said Mayor Charlie Carley. “These street dedications give our community an opportunity to honor their contributions and make sure their names and service remain a visible part of South Brunswick for generations to come.”

The township will hold four street dedication ceremonies this fall, all beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturdays. Residents are invited to attend and join township officials, families, friends and community members in honoring these local veterans and recognizing their service to our nation.

The dedication schedule is:

• Sept. 19: Ronald John Kornacivich (Army Airborne, Vietnam War), at the intersection of Ridge Road and Marc Drive, closest to Georges Road.
• Sept. 26: Charles Arthur Wiggs (Navy, Korean War), at the intersection of Roberts Street and Williams Road.
• Oct. 10: John Morgan Harding Jr. (Army, Korean War), at the intersection of Old Beekman Road and Joye Lane.
• Oct. 24: Herbert Tainow (Navy, World War II) and Shirley Tainow (Navy WAVES, World War II), at the intersection of Kendall Road and Leahy Road.

South Brunswick Township encourages residents to attend these ceremonies and join in showing appreciation for the veterans and their families who have given so much in service to our country.

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For Immediate Release

July 16, 2026

Contact: Jennifer Poppy

South Brunswick Township Public Affairs

732-329-4000 x7275

SOUTH BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP EXPANDS LIFE-SAVING CAPABILITIES WITH NEW LUCAS CPR DEVICES

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. — South Brunswick Township has expanded its emergency response capabilities with the addition of a new LUCAS Chest Compression System, an advanced mechanical CPR device that provides consistent, high-quality chest compressions during cardiac arrest emergencies.

One LUCAS device was generously donated by Dayton Toyota in October 2025 and has been actively used by Monmouth Junction First Aid Squad. A second device was recently purchased through the South Brunswick Health Department’s Enhancing Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant, expanding access to this life-saving technology for the Township’s EMS providers.

The Health Department received the three-year Enhancing Local Public Health Infrastructure Grant to strengthen public health education, emergency preparedness, and community health initiatives. In addition to supporting training and outreach on topics such as CPR, heart health, behavioral health, and nutrition, the grant provided funding for equipment that supports local emergency responders, including the new LUCAS device.

On July 14, Dayton Toyota hosted an event where Monmouth Junction First Aid Squad Chief Rich Hoff and members of the squad demonstrated the LUCAS device for Township officials and members of the South Brunswick Police Department. Deputy Mayor Ken Bierman, Councilwoman Jo Hochman, Township Manager Bryan Bidlack, Deputy Township Manager Julie Trammell, and Acting Chief of Police Jim Ryan attended the event to learn more about how the technology supports first responders during cardiac emergencies.

“Investing in advanced life-saving equipment is an investment in the health and safety of our community,” said Deputy Mayor Ken Bierman. “We are grateful to Dayton Toyota for its generous donation and to our Health Department for securing the grant funding that made this additional device possible. Together, these efforts strengthen our ability to provide the highest level of emergency care to our residents.”

“Having an additional LUCAS device available has made a significant difference for our squad,” said Monmouth Junction First Aid Squad Chief Rich Hoff. “It delivers consistent, high-quality CPR while allowing our responders to focus on other critical aspects of patient care during a cardiac emergency.”

South Brunswick Township is served by three EMS organizations that work together to provide emergency medical services throughout the community: Monmouth Junction First Aid Squad, Kendall Park First Aid & Rescue Squad, and South Brunswick Emergency Medical Services. Residents interested in volunteering are encouraged to learn more and complete an application by visiting www.mjfas.org, www.kpfars.org, or www.sbemsnj.com.

The addition of this LUCAS device reflects South Brunswick Township’s continued commitment to investing in public health, supporting its emergency responders, and providing residents with the highest level of emergency medical care.

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For Immediate Release

July 15, 2026

Contact: Jennifer Poppy

South Brunswick Township Public Affairs

732-329-4000 x7275

SOUTH BRUNSWICK RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO PARTICIPATE IN DELAWARE & RARITAN CANAL STATE PARK MASTER PLAN UPDATE

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. — South Brunswick Township is encouraging residents to participate in the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s (NJDEP) public engagement process to help update the Delaware & Raritan (D&R) Canal State Park Master Plan for the first time since 1989.

The D&R Canal is an important historic, environmental, and recreational resource that passes through South Brunswick and communities throughout Central New Jersey. The Canal State Park provides opportunities for walking, bicycling, fishing, paddling, wildlife observation, and enjoying the area’s natural and historic resources.

The Master Plan Update will help guide the future preservation and management of the D&R Canal State Park while addressing recreation, historic resources, natural resources, water quality, climate resilience, and community connections. Public input will play an important role in shaping the future of this shared resource.

“The Delaware & Raritan Canal is a valued resource for our community,” said Mayor Charlie Carley. “Residents enjoy the canal and surrounding open space throughout the year, and I encourage everyone with an interest in its future to participate in this planning process and share their ideas.”

The NJDEP and the Delaware & Raritan Canal Commission will host a series of public engagement sessions throughout the summer. Residents are encouraged to attend a session and provide feedback on the future of the D&R Canal State Park. A complete schedule of public engagement sessions, locations, and additional information is available through the D&R Canal State Park Master Plan Update webpage.

Residents who are unable to attend a public engagement session may still submit comments online.

For more information about the Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park Master Plan Update, including the public engagement process and opportunities to provide feedback, visit:

NJDEP Press Release:
https://dep.nj.gov/newsrel/26_0038/

D&R Canal State Park Master Plan Update:
https://www.nj.gov/dep/drcc/master-plan-updates.shtml

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For Immediate Release

July 1, 2026

Contact: Jennifer Poppy

South Brunswick Township Public Affairs

732-329-4000 x7275

SOUTH BRUNSWICK INSTALLS FREEDOM TRAIL SIGNS HIGHLIGHTING REVOLUTIONARY WAR HISTORY

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. — The South Brunswick Historic Preservation Commission, Department of Public Works, and Public Library collaborated to install six new interpretive signs along the Township’s Freedom Trail, telling the story of South Brunswick’s role during the early years of the American Revolution.

The signs highlight key events from 1775 through 1778, beginning with General George Washington’s journey through what was then known as the South Ward on his way to assume command of the Continental Army following the Battles of Lexington and Concord. The trail concludes with the movement of Continental and British forces through South Brunswick leading up to the Battle of Monmouth in June 1778.

Each sign includes a QR code linking visitors to additional historical information through a special online resource developed with the South Brunswick Public Library (https://sbpl.info/south-brunswick-historic-markers/).

“We stand on the shoulders of those who came before us,” said John Daly, Chair of the Historic Preservation Commission. “These signs encourage residents and visitors to explore our community’s history and learn about the important role South Brunswick played during the Revolutionary War.”

“The Freedom Trail is a great example of how we can preserve and share our local history,” said Deputy Mayor Ken Bierman, Council Liaison to the Historic Preservation Commission. “By connecting people to the stories of our past, we help strengthen our sense of community and appreciation for those who helped shape our nation.”

The Historic Preservation Commission plans to continue sharing South Brunswick’s Revolutionary War history through additional interpretive signs and educational initiatives at other locations throughout the Township.

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