Author: Central Jersey

  • PRINCETON AREA: Police blotter

    Princeton Hung Nguyen, 59, of Princeton, was charged with serving alcohol to minors when he was stopped on Nassau Street on June 6 at 9:45 p.m. Two juveniles were also charged with underage possession of alcohol. Anthony White, 42, of Princeton, turned himself in to police on an active warrant for $81 out of Hamilton…

  • MONTGOMERY: The old West comes to Montgomery

    bY Geena Molinaro, Special Writer Set against the backdrop of Daube Farm’s sprawling fields, the Montgomery Rodeo transported its visitors from suburban Montgomery to a land laden with hints of rustic, Western flair. Decked in flannel, families from surrounding neighborhoods walked along Sunset Road towards the farm to spend some time under the beaming springtime…

  • PRINCETON: Hun celebrates 100th at commencement 

    By Geena Molinaro, Special Writer The Hun School of Princeton graduated 140 seniors on Friday at the school’s 100th commencement celebration. Families, friends and alums gathered outside of Russell Hall on a spring day to recognize the students’ accomplishments and the school’s history. Headmaster Jonathan Brougham welcomed the seniors, faculty and guests and talked about…

  • HILLSBOROUGH: College grads share news of their achievement

    HILLSBOROUGH: College grads share news of their achievement

    On May 6, Erich Markus Etter graduated summa cum laude from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University at its Daytona Beach, Florida, campus, earning a bachelor of science degree with a major in aeronautical science, a minor in business administration and a specialization in airline pilot. He also attained his certification as airport dispatcher. Erich is employed as…

  • NEW BRUNSWICK: Tracy Morgan ‘more responsive,’ but still critical

    Wal-Mart truck driver to appear in court Wednesday By Charles W. Kim, Packet Media Group NEW BRUNSWICK — Former Saturday Night Live star and comedian Tracy Morgan remained in critical condition Monday while the truck driver charged with causing Saturday’s deadly New Jersey Turnpike crash prepares to appear in court on Wednesday. In a statement…

  • MANVILLE: Hillsborough Rockettes/Rocket to perform Tuesday at senior center

    The Hillsborough Rockettes and Rocket dance group will perform Tuesday, June 10, for seniors at the Manville Senior Center at the Fire Company No. 1 at 20 South Third Ave. The senior center is normally open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.–2:30 p.m. A suggested lunch donation of $2 is recommended for individuals age 60 and older. The…

  • FLORENCE: Local Hero Day declared in honor of Darnell Taylor

    By Amy Batista, Special Writer     The mayor and council honored resident Darnell Taylor for his bravery and fearless actions in saving the lives of four people by declaring May 25 “Local Hero Day.”     Council President Ted Lovenduski noted at the May 21 council meeting that Mr. Taylor is “our local hero.”…

  • NationaLease Careers Website Sees 42% Growth Rate in Openings Posted

    By 1888PressRelease 1888PressRelease – NationaLease member companies are posting more jobs for technicians and job seekers by the thousands are responding. Since NationaLease, one of the largest full service truck leasing organizations in North America, launched its new Careers page one year ago, the number of job openings posted has grown 42%, while the number…

  • MANVILLE: Patriots infielder Spears is signed by Phillies

    He’s sixth Patriot this year to be snatched up by a major league organization Somerset Patriots infielder Nate Spears has been signed by the Philadelphia Phillies organization and will report to Triple-A team, the Lehigh Valley Iron Pigs. Spears was among the team’s best hitters, leading the Patriots in RBIs with 21. He batted .248…