Top 10 Madison Stories in August

Funeral Set for Madison Man Killed by Train in Morristown

New Jersey Transit confirmed that Timothy Connors, 56, died in a train collision at Convent Station.

'Dangerous' Drunken Driver Hits Parked Car, Police Say

A “dangerous intoxicated driver” was arrested Wednesday after he drunkenly careened down Park Avenue, hitting curbs, signs, bushes and a parked car, police  said.

Tsukamoto Resigns from Madison Council

Republican Councilwoman Jeannie Tsukamoto has resigned from Madison's governing body after nearly six years in office.

Madison Man Used Credit Cards Stolen From Cars, Cops Say

A 31-year-old Madison resident was arrested on burglary and credit card fraud charges for allegedly going into borough residents' cars and taking items, including credit cards he later used, authorities aid.

Accusations Fly Over Rec Center Funding Votes

Council members squabbled over the wisdom of a recent vote to borrow approximately $4.1 million in short- and long-term bonds to pay off the Madison Recreation Center land and sports fields.

Madison Grad Could See Action in Rutgers Opener, Reports Say

Goodwin has impressed coaches and players all summer, and quickly made the adjustment to college football after winning three consecutive state championships with the Dodgers.

12-Unit Apartment Building Will Neighbor Historic Theater

A four-story building under construction next to a historic theater on Central Avenue in Madison will have parking on the ground floor and four apartments on each of the floors above it, according to a plan for the site approved in 2007.

Madison Lays Out Digital Welcome Mat for New Residents

A welcome message from Madison's mayor followed by useful information about garbage and recycling pickup, pet licenses, train station parking and other topics are featured on a Borough of Madison Web page for new residents.

Huge Tomatoes Grow on Coviello Vines

Mike and Peter Coviello have high hopes for their heirloom tomatoes.

Roomier Lincoln Place Sidewalks Thanks to Tree Grates

Pedestrians on Lincoln Place have more room these days thanks to tree grates that create more walking space.