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New Jersey has reached a historic settlement of up to $450 million with 3M over “forever chemicals” contaminating state water supplies, including a site in Sayreville.

The settlement announced May 13 by New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette is the largest statewide PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances) settlement in New Jersey history.

The settlement resolves lawsuits dating to 2019 over the Chambers Works site in Pennsville and Carneys Point, Salem County and the Parlin site in Sayreville.

“Corporate polluters must be held accountable when they contaminate our state’s water supply," Platkin stated. "For decades, 3M knew that their PFAS chemicals were forever contaminating the New Jersey environment. But they continued to pollute the environment and escape accountability. That ends now.”

Platkin said New Jersey has some of the highest levels of PFAS in the country.

“Today’s settlement marks the latest chapter in our office’s efforts to combat PFAS contamination and protect access to clean water, he said. “We look forward to pursuing everyone else who had a role in contaminating New Jersey with PFAS.”

PFAS are a broad class of chemicals used in nonstick, water- and grease-resistant products such as clothing and cookware.

PFAS are referred to as “forever chemicals” because they do not break down and last in the environment for years. Long-term exposure has been associated with health problems related to cholesterol levels, liver, kidney, immune system, the reproductive system in men, as well as developmental delays in infants and children.

The settlement also resolves the state’s claims against 3M in litigation over PFAS in the firefighting material known as aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF).

“The makers of PFAS forever chemicals knew how poisonous these substances were, yet they produced and thoughtlessly released them into New Jersey’s environment anyway,” LaTourette stated. “This historic settlement marks another step toward holding polluters accountable for dangerous PFAS contamination that has wrought havoc on our water supplies, injured our natural resources, and threatened the public health. The damages we recover from 3M will help fund New Jersey’s nation-leading PFAS abatement efforts.”

The settlement outlines a payment schedule over 25 years, with a total value of up to $450 million.

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Arts & Entertainment

Sayreville HS receives 5 Foxy Award nominations from the Montclair Theatre Night Awards Ceremony.

Cast of Sayreville War Memorial's production of "Don't Drink the Water."Photo Credit: @swmhs_theatre (Instagram)

Sayreville HS receives 5 Foxy Award nominations from the Montclair Theatre Night Awards Ceremony.Photo Credit: Sayreville War Memorial High School

Cast of Sayreville War Memorial's production of "Don't Drink the Water."Photo Credit: @swmhs_theatre (Instagram)

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By TAPinto Raritan Bay Staff

Published April 22, 2025 at 6:30 AM

SAYREVILLE, NJ – Sayreville War Memorial High School has received 5 Foxy Award nominations from the Montclair Theatre Night Awards Program, a statewide theatre competition that recognizes excellence in high school theatre, for their 2024 drama, Don't Drink the Water.

The full list of nominations and nominees is provided below:

The Montclair Theatre Night Awards Ceremony will take place at Montclair State University’s Memorial Auditorium on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 8:30 p.m. Tickets to attend the awards ceremony are on sale now, click here to purchase.

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SAYREVILLE – The borough is finalizing a $3 million plan to renovate Bailey Park, funded through Green Acres and other outside funding.

The park, at South Minisink Avenue and Cheesequake Road, will undergo significant improvements beginning next year, such as walking trails, relaxation spaces and picnic groves. As part of the project, an inclusive playground will be constructed, according to a press release.

“We held a community-wide survey – with hundreds of respondents – who shared their opinions about the enhancements needed for Bailey Park,” Mayor Kennedy O’Brien stated. “We have closely studied more than 400 responses from across town and are working on a scope of work which will go out to bid in the fall.”

Sayreville maintains five large parks primarily centered on sports activities.

The borough envisions Bailey Park as a site for quieter recreation activities that will be accessible for people of all physical abilities. The popular park, featuring a pond, attracts residents from all over Sayreville, including Tangletown, Sayre Woods, La Mer, Morgan, Winding River and other communities and neighborhoods.

Prior to being designated Bailey Park decades ago, the facility was commonly referred to as “Ducks Nest” because of the shape of its spring-fed pond. It served for many years as the municipal swimming facility and was a popular spot for picnics. During the Silent Film era, a train crash was staged at the site for inclusion in the popular “Perils of Pauline” serial features, the release says.

Sayreville secured $975,000 from Green Acres to support enhancements at Bailey Park, as well as an additional $750,000 in state money under “Jake’s Law” to construct the inclusive playground, which would be accessible for those with all abilities. Other governments grants will also be leveraged to fund the project.

The term “Jake’s Law” refers to Jake’s Place, a playground in Cherry Hill, which was created in honor of Jacob Cummings-Nasto, who passed away due to complications of heart surgery at the age 2. He was born with hypoplastic heart syndrome, and the park was a preferred place for physical therapy.

“No child in Sayreville should lack access to playgrounds based on their physical abilities,” Council President Donna Roberts stated. “I am proud that Sayreville is leading by example, taking full advantage of Jake’s Law, ensuring our children, of every ability, have a place to play.”

O’Brien said his administration has committed to substantial upgrades to all the borough recreational facilities and has already made visible progress in delivering new and improved facilities.

A bid opening is scheduled on May 13 for two additional athletic fields at the Jerry Ust Recreation Complex, restroom renovations are underway at Kennedy Park with the installation of new and improved walkways slated to begin in the upcoming weeks, Roberts said.

Additionally, the installation of six new pickleball courts has commenced in Veterans Park with walkway improvements slated for the upcoming months. The borough also continues to renovate neighborhood “pocket” parks on a rolling basis; Sayreville residents benefit from almost 1,000 acres of open space, the mayor added.

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A house in Parlin that sold for $610,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Sayreville between April 14 and April 27.

In total, 17 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past two weeks, with an average price of $496,824. The average price per square foot ended up at $327.

The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded from the week of April 14 to the week of April 27 even if the property may have been sold earlier.

7. $355K, condominium at 21 Woodmere Drive

The sale of a condominium at 21 Woodmere Drive, Parlin, has been finalized. The price was $355,000, and the new owners took over the condominium in March. The condominium was built in 1987 and has a living area of 1,271 square feet. The price per square foot was $279. The deal was finalized on March 26.

6. $370K, single-family home at 131 Main Street

The sale of the single family residence at 131 Main Street in Sayreville has been finalized. The price was $370,000, and the new owners took over the house in March. The house was built in 1885 and has a living area of 1,460 square feet. The price per square foot was $253. The deal was finalized on March 20.

5. $390K, single-family house at 28 Borelle Square

The property at 28 Borelle Square in Parlin has new owners. The price was $390,000. The house was built in 1922 and has a living area of 1,536 square feet. The price per square foot is $254. The deal was finalized on April 3.

4. $400K, condominium at 1806 Bayhead Drive

The property at 1806 Bayhead Drive in Parlin has new owners. The price was $400,000. The condominium was built in 1985 and has a living area of 1,158 square feet. The price per square foot is $345. The deal was finalized on March 28.

3. $460K, condominium at 12 Ashford Court

A 1,457 square-foot condominium at 12 Ashford Court, Sayreville, has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in April and the total purchase price was $460,000, $316 per square foot. The condominium was built in 1977. The deal was finalized on April 7.

2. $500K, single-family residence at 60 Delikat Lane

A sale has been finalized for the single-family house at 60 Delikat Lane in Sayreville. The price was $500,000 and the new owners took over the house in April. The house was built in 1985 and the living area totals 1,420 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $352. The deal was finalized on April 3.

1. $610K, single-family residence at 8 Jeffrey Court

The sale of the single family residence at 8 Jeffrey Court in Parlin has been finalized. The price was $610,000, and the new owners took over the house in March. The house has a living area of 1,113 square feet. The price per square foot was $548. The deal was finalized on March 27.

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SAYREVILLE – A new Wawa with gas pumps and a pickup lane was approved for Main Street and Crossman Road across the street from QuickChek.

Highpoint Investments of Sayreville, LLC, the property owner, received preliminary and final major subdivision and site plan approval with conditions from the Zoning Board of Adjustment last week to subdivide the property at 880 Main St. into two lots and construct the project,

The approximately 16.55-acre site is located in the southwest corner of Main Street and Crossman Road in an industrial zone.

The new store will replace the Wawa at 42 Washington Road, according to a company official.

It's an older model that has been there 45 years, Michael Redel, a real estate project engineer with Wawa, said.

Upon subdivision, Lot A will consist of 3.2 acres. Lot B will consist of 13.3 acres.

A use variance was requested to use Lot A for the 6,732 square foot Wawa convenience store and associated fueling stations.

The fueling station will have six fueling islands with two pumps per island for a total of 12 pumps, Mark Shenoda, an engineer with French & Parrello Associates said.

Lot B is improved with an existing bus depotand related facilities. No change to the facility is proposed.

The new Wawa will feature a FlyThru Pickup Lane on the eastern portion of the building, where patrons can pick up orders that are placed on the mobile app, Shenoda said.

The new store will be open 24 hours a day. It will employ about 12 employees at the peak shift.

Wawa will lease the property, Redel said.

On the western portion of the property is Burt's Creek. There's wetlands and a flood hazard area in the rear of the property.

There is groundwater contamination on the property, Shenoda said.

"Our engineering controls are separating any contact with that groundwater," Shenoda said.

Middlesex County is in the process of preparing improvements for this intersection, including a right of way dedication, Shenoda said. The county is also proposing a new signal timing for the intersection, he said.

Two 30-foot-wide drive aisles are proposed on Main Street and Crossman Road, he said.

The plan includes removal of 192 trees, most of which are small caliber, sort of junk trees, Shenoda said. They will add a greater number of trees back.

A Wawa with gas pumps is located at 969 Route 9 in the borough.

In January, it was announced that QuickChek signed a lease for nearby space at the Gateway Services portion of Riverton, the planned 418-acre $2.5 billion development on the banks of the Raritan River.

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