Author: Central Jersey

  • LETTER: Resident concerned with tax hike

    To the editor:     The Chesterfield Township Board of Education recently passed their 2014 budget despite the protests of many residents about the budget’s impact to their property taxes. Board members and the school superintendent insist that the increased budget is necessary to meet the demands of a projected increase in enrollment due to new…

  • STATE WE’RE IN: 10 reasons why cool spring is cool

    by Michele Byers New Jersey’s climate in March was the coldest in 30 years and the 11th coldest since the first records of the late 1880s!    Data isn’t in yet for April, but we all know it’s been cold — and forecasts call for continued cooler temperatures.    While some folks can’t wait for hot weather,…

  • IN THE KITCHEN: Spring into collards

    Soften the edges of these healthy greens with these recipes By Faith Bahadurian, Special Writer    Until recently, many of us didn’t cook collards unless we had a southern background. But today, they are far from just the occasional accompaniment to ham or barbecue, although I do include a recipe for that iconic side dish below.…

  • CRANBURY: Reyes stars for PHS baseball

    Cranbury product is hitting .405 in second year By Justin Feil, The Packet Group    A promising freshman year set the bar high for Hayden Reyes, and he has lived up to lofty expectations in his second season of varsity baseball.    The sophomore shortstop has improved in every facet of the game. He remains one of…

  • HILLSBOROUGH: Golf course hosts ‘Meet the Mayors’ on June 4

    Leaders from south and central Somerset County to speak    Mayors from south and central Somerset County will discuss issues of common interest at an event sponsored by the Somerset County Business Partnership from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 4, at Royce Brook Golf Club, 201 Hamilton Road in Hillsborough.    The discussion will feature the…

  • MILLESTONE: More than just doggy day care

    MILLESTONE: More than just doggy day care

    Phil McAuliffe Katey O’Connell plays with Lilla, a lab mix in a pool at the Green Leaf Pet Resort and Hotel in Millstone. Staff photo by Phil McAuliffe

  • SBGA Provides Cost-Effective Solutions for Members to Grow Their Businesses at the Most Profitable Places
  • COLUMBUS CORNER: May 1

    by Packet Media Group The Columbus Grange will be serving a ham dinner on Saturday May 3rd at 6 p.m. For advanced reservations, call Claudia Teal at 609-324-0729.    Tickets are $15 for adults and $6 for children. All proceeds will benefit the continued building improvements at the Grange Hall.    The Grange is located at 88…

  • HILLSBOROUGH: Man charged with homicide and arson