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By far, the most famous N.J. urban legend is that of the elusive “Jersey Devil”. It’s so iconic that the creature serves as both the mascot and namesake of our professional hockey team. The most popular version of the story goes like this: in 1735, a woman named Mrs. Leeds got pregnant for the 13th time. The Leeds’  were burdened with poverty, as Mr. Leeds was an irresponsible alcoholic and they had 12 additional mouths to feed. So on one fateful night she cried, “Let the chi

The Lucille Ball Pond, located on the border between Metuchen and Edison, has been a beloved landmark for locals of both towns for decades. Formed over 20,000 years ago during the Ice Age, the glacial kettle pond has become a defining feature of the region, ultimately flowing into the Dismal Swamp and the Raritan River. Local legend says the pond was named after Lucille Ball, who reportedly considered residing in the old stone house on the property during her time performing

In the Atlantic Corridor, where Metuchen (along with general NJ) is located, November is typically known for experiencing a significant drop in temperatures, with average readings showing low 40s and high to mid-30s. According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, rain, sunshine, and especially cold weather will prevail this coming November. The almanac also states that there is a chance of snow in the upper northern regions. However, a resident of Metuchen should expect to see rain a

As spring is approaching and waiting outside everyone’s doorstep to be let in, it also brings in spring break, an exciting and prolonged...

In May 2024, the Metuchen Historic Preservation Committee recognized the necessity for an updated study on demolished historically...

As of March 15, 2025, there is currently no legislation in place that protects Metuchen’s history through its buildings and structures. ...

Bagel Pantry is easily one of the best bagel spots in Metuchen if not all of New Jersey. Their bagels are always fresh, with a crisp...

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The Universal Dance Association (UDA) was founded in 1980 by Jeff Webb and Kris Shepherd with the purpose of providing clinics and camps...

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Though one area of Metuchen has been named historically significant, there is no official order to protect these properties from being...

Can you imagine being stranded in outer space, away from everything important to you? While this is unlikely for the common person due to...

Metuchen is a historically significant town; being founded on March 20, 1900, the town itself represents a bygone era at the turn of the...

ACROSS 2. A ball of packed snow 3. A type of dome shelter built from blocks of solid snow. 4. A long piece of fabric worn around the neck...

The 2024 election is under a year away, but it is never too early to get educated on the different candidates that are running. Numerous...

The Olympics Games are a set of competitions between individual athletes or teams from numerous countries across a variety of sports. The...

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After more than one and a half years of warfare, the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues to rage on, with numerous recent...