One person was killed and two other residents suffered injuries after fire tore through a South Plainfield home on Cedarbrook Avenue.
The incident involved a resident who makes firework-like devices. A half dozen of the devices were found on his property near a wooded area, which is in proximity to the parade route, authorities said.
This is a freight train crossing that appears to be controlled by lights and signals, but does not appear to have crossing gates.
Grant Elementary school hosted a school-wide initiative to promote acceptance and understanding.
The Middlesex County Prosecutor's Office said 29-year-old Mallory Christ, of South Plainfield, was charged with endangering the welfare of a child on Monday.
All employees at every level, including Chief Administrator Raymond Martinez, will be imediately required to undergo thorough customer service training during the course of the next year.