Jets Helipad, School Admins, 'Good Samaritan' Clause Top Local News

NY Jets Helipad Plan Riles Neighbors

An application to build a helipad at the New York Jets training facility in Florham Park has hundreds of neighbors in Madison petitioning to stop the project.

District Curriculum Director Let Go

The Madison Board of Education opted not to reappoint the school district's director of curriculum and instruction in a 5-3 vote at its Tuesday meeting.

Drew University Graduates Class of 2013

Drew University’s 145th annual Commencement was held Saturday, marking the graduation of its Class of 2013.

'Good Samaritan' Amendment to Drinking Law Proposed

In light of concerns that Madison's new law banning underage drinking on private property could give students pause when considering calling for medical help, the Borough Council has proposed a Good Samaritan clause meant to address the issue.

'Alternative Commuter Challenge' Opens Field

An annual race between bicyclists, train riders and electric car drivers is set to kick off at a Main Street coffee shop in Madison this month and the public is invited to join in.

New Central Ave. School Principal Appointed

The assistant principal at Madison Junior School will be the new principal at Central Avenue School next school year.

'Dramatic' Halo Forms Around Sun

A halo was visible around the sun for much of New Jersey on Tuesday, including over Fairleigh Dickinson University's College at Florham.

Fire in Drew Public Safety Vehicle Extinguished

Madison firefighters extinguished a smoldering, smoky fire in the trunk of a Drew University Public Safety patrol car that apparently was caused by an electrical problem.

Three goats, four alternative fuel cars and dozens of vendors and educational exhibits were on display at the Madison Green Fair on Thursday afternoon.