Author: Central Jersey
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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SPRINGFIELD HAPPENINGS: March 13
Springfield Township is seeking volunteers for several emergency medical services and Fire Department openings. Those interested in joining the township’s team of emergency volunteers should contact Patricia Clayton, township clerk, at 609-723-4848. The Springfield Township School District is seeking incoming kindergarten students for its all day kindergarten for the 2014-15 school year. Children must turn…
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ROBBINSVILLE: School taxes set to increase
Public hearing set for April 29 by James McEvoy, Managing Editor ROBBINSVILLE — The owner of a home assessed at the township average of $368,000 could pay nearly $100 more in school taxes, not including debt service, school officials said during the introduction of the 2014-15 budget last week. Superintendent Stephen Mayer, and other school…
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JAMESBURG: Borough still wary of fickle weather
The borough will be ready if another snowstorm hits the state. By Jenine Clancey, Special Writer JAMESBURG — The borough will be ready if another snowstorm hits the state. Councilman Brian Taylor said the head of public works has made all repairs on equipment, including plows during Wednesday night’s Borough Council meeting. ”This hard winter…
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HIGHTSTOWN: Councilman hosting public forum
Borough Councilman Rob Thibault will hold his monthly public meeting on tomorrow at the Hightstown Library at 11 a.m., according to a press release. HIGHTSTOWN — Borough Councilman Rob Thibault will hold his monthly public meeting on tomorrow at the Hightstown Library at 11 a.m., according to a press release. While there is no set…
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PLUMSTED: Committee maintains fire budget
The committee maintained the budget as presented to taxpayers by resolution following a public hearing, discussions with fire officials and a brief executive session at the March 5 meeting. by James McEvoy, Managing Editor PLUMSTED — Citing only minimal cuts that would have little to no impact on residents’ taxes, the Plumsted Township Committee opted…
