Author: Central Jersey

  • SOUTH BRUNSWICK: Where to write

    We want your letters. They should not exceed 500 words and need to be accompanied by the writer’s address and daytime telephone number — information used only for confirmation and not published. Letters should be emailed to:     [email protected]. Letters published on this page are also posted at www.southbrunswickpost.com under Opinions, where others are welcome…

  • POLICE BLOTTER: March 13

    Robbinsville    Police charged Robert Wilbert, 19, of Hamilton, for driving while intoxicated on Feb. 24.    According to police, a car driven by Mr. Wilbert was seen with several equipment violations, prompting a motor vehicle stop, during which police said it was determined the driver was impaired.    Mr. Wilbert was also charged for careless driving, reckless…

  • PLAINSBORO: Center marks anniversary with health fair

    It was about 11 a.m. and the doors of the Princeton Fitness and Wellness Center in Plainsboro had barely stayed shut for the last three hours. By Charley Falkenburg, Special to the Packet    PLAINSBORO — It was about 11 a.m. and the doors of the Princeton Fitness and Wellness Center in Plainsboro had barely stayed…

  • HILLSBOROUGH: Raiders finish swim season on high note

    Parker, relays victorious in All-American ending By Justin Feil, The Packet Group    The Hillsborough High School swimmers had their share of nerves going into the Meet of Champions on March 2.    The Raiders just wanted to finish on a high note.    ”I think over the season we bond so much that we want to try…

  • PLUMSTED BRIEFS: March 13

    The Plumsted Youth for Nature and the Environment is inviting the public to join them for a tire cleanup event Saturday and Sunday, March 15 and 16.    PYNE hopes to remove approximately 350 tires between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. both days on public land near Route 539 and East Colliers Mill Road.    The clean…

  • STATE WE’RE IN: Green parks bring in the ‘Green’

    by Michele Byers Most park benefits are obvious.    Glorious green spaces for playing and relaxing outdoors boost our physical and mental health. They provide shelter for wildlife and places where we can connect with nature, and they teach us about our history and heritage.    Parks can serve as large swaths of open space that safeguard…

  • MONROE: Falcons ready to play ball

    MONROE: Falcons ready to play ball

    Leading by two and heading into the sixth inning two years ago, the Monroe Falcons could see the prize within their grasp. By Matthew Liebross, Special Writer MONROE — Leading by two and heading into the sixth inning two years ago, the Monroe Falcons could see the prize within their grasp.    They were six outs…

  • POLICE BLOTTER: March 13

    Florence    Police charged Treshawn L. Roberts, of Florence, for narcotics possession on March 2.    According to police, during a motor vehicle stop, patrol detected evidence of narcotics. An ensuing search of the car revealed drug paraphernalia and residue, police said.    Mr. Roberts was also charged with possession of a controlled dangerous substance in a motor…

  • GrownSmall helps smaller local farms find customers

    GrownSmall helps smaller local farms find customers

    By Dan DeLuca Allentown residents Dan and Lauren DeLuca, have launced a new website GrownSmall to help smaller farmers find local customers. They have created a unique system to facilitate face to face local sales. GrownSmall offers farmers, gardeners and other crafters of artisanal ‘farm made’ goods an online store to showcase their products, track inventory,…