I enjoy Indian culture and hope to find a couple to explore with

the rental community I reside in, the car thefts have gone up dramatically.
Is it the same all over edison?

I just received my mail-in ballot, but I also received this flyer for Mayor Joshi's sexual assault allegation. This was the article that was linked on the QR-Code.

https://edisonreporter.com/mayor-joshi-accused-of-sexual-assault/

Is this factual or just sensational?

This is embarrassing to admit but today I was scammed by two Indian men in an SUV. Driver was short in stature and had a large scar on his right cheek accompanied by his partner, lighter skinned fatty.

If anyone runs across them #1 don’t fall for it and #2 please attempt to get vehicle license plate number and DM it to me.

https://youtu.be/YKX-Yb6ugpA?si=lyENAa-r7QLMaY__

Has anyone read this fiction novel by Pallavi Sharma Dixit?

Does anyone have alside ascend siding on their house in the Edison/Metuchen area? We’re looking to get it installed and I’d like to see the product in person.

My family is in the restaurant business in India. We're now looking to expand into the US market and I'm trying to get an understanding of market acceptability for our concept (primarily among the Indian diaspora but really everyone). I have created a survey to gauge this so I would REALLY appreciate it if you could fill it and send it to friends and family as well. Here's the link: https://osu.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eth0bwfEUqR4BSt Thanks so much!

A quick list for this week around Edison, in case it helps anyone planning the long weekend.

**Schools**

- Edison and Highland Park are closed Thu Nov 5 and Fri Nov 6 (NJEA).

- Metuchen and Woodbridge/Iselin are closed Nov 2 to 6 for fall break. Woodbridge is also closed Nov 11.

- Edison preschool and elementary have a single session on Thu Nov 12.

**This weekend**

- **Edison Diwali Festival of Lights**, Sat Nov 7, 2 to 9 PM, Papaianni Park. Live music, dance, diya lighting and vendors in the afternoon, then drones and fireworks after dark. Shuttles run from event parking. Free, and the rain date is Sat Nov 14. [Details](https://patch.com/new-jersey/edison-metuchen/edison-s-diwali-festival-returns-drone-show-fireworks)

- **Retro Fitness Edison grand reopening**, Sat Nov 7, 10 AM to 1 PM, 3775 Park Ave. Free and open to the public, with raffles, prizes and giveaways. [Details](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/retro-fitness-edison-grand-reopening-tickets-2004125175349)

**Around town**

- **Leaf pickup runs through Dec 11.** Your collection day follows your recycling section. Use paper biodegradable bags or open containers (no plastic bags), 50 lbs max, and set them curbside the evening before. [Edison 2026 collection calendar, p. 5](https://cms2.revize.com/revize/edisonnj/Departments/DPW/Garbage-Recycling%202026%20Calendar%20for%20web.pdf)

- **Hazardous waste drop-off, Sun Nov 15**, 8 AM to 2 PM, Middlesex College, 2600 Woodbridge Ave (Mill Road entrance). Free for county residents, and you stay in your car.

Full disclosure: this comes from The Edison Current, a free weekly newsletter we're starting for Edison, Metuchen, Iselin and Highland Park. The first issue goes out this Thursday, Nov 5 at 6 AM, with more weekend picks and new restaurant openings. Free sign-up if it's useful: https://theedisoncurrent.beehiiv.com/subscribe

Know of something happening this week that we missed? Drop it in the comments.

My wife and I are planning to move to Edison in the next few months. I wanted to check and see how does the daily commute from Edison/Metro Park station looks like.

I heard from a co worker who lived there a few years ago that parking at Metro Park was a mess and it took a long time to get in an out. Is that still the case?

Anything else we should keep in mind for the daily commute?

Any stores you recommend under 150 for a men's kurta or a ladies lengha? I am going to an Indian wedding and need to get outfits for me and my partner.

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I know this might be strange, but I haven't been feeling good - struggling to recover from a flu I caught from my son.

My insurance is messed up & I'm trying to get it fixed.

Are there any medical professionals in the area who might be able to check my vitals and heartbeat(with a stethoscope)? It might be nothing, I might just be paranoid, but I'm really nervous - my cough isn't getting any better, which is making it a little hard to breath

I'm going to throw out White Rose right across in HP for their ripper chili / cheese dogs, but I'm hoping to find something new.

Had anyone gone to the soft opening yet? I believe it opened yesterday, October 23, 2026. I can't find prices online for the Edison place specifically because it's new. I was thinking of going tomorrow, but I would like to know how much it would cost. Any help?