Author: Central Jersey

  • PRINCETON: Council opts to hire new police chief

    The Princeton Council could name a new police chief as soon as next month, Mayor Liz Lempert said Wednesday. By Philip Sean Curran, Staff Writer    The Princeton Council could name a new police chief as soon as next month, Mayor Liz Lempert said Wednesday.    The decision to hire a chief follows the recommendation this week…

  • HAMILTON: Hospital offers insurance signup aid

    HAMILTON: Hospital offers insurance signup aid

    John Hagymasi, left, a self-employed East Windsor resident, questions Jayne Silver, of the New Jersey Hospital Association, about his insurance options. Staff photo by James McEvoy

  • Princeton council needs Sue Nemeth and Bernie Miller

    Bill Enslin, Princeton To the editor:     As we enter the second year of the new Princeton it is more important than ever that we have council members that have a demonstrated track record of leadership and performance. Sue and Bernie worked for consolidation that has led to a reduction in the municipal tax rate.…

  • 12th District Congressional Candidacy Announcement

    By Frank Gibson Dr. Frank Gibson(D) of Hopewell New Jersey announces he will run to fill the 12th district’s congressional seat to replace the retiring Rush Holt.  He will be running as a Democrat.

  • Celebrating its 20th Year, Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County is Providing Record Levels of Services to Area Seniors

    Celebrating its 20th Year, Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County is Providing Record Levels of Services to Area Seniors

    By Diane Blaszka Hamilton, NJ n February 19, 2014 n As it celebrates 20 years of providing free caregiving for people who are elderly and/or disabled, Hamilton-based nonprofit Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County (ICGMC) is also marking a year of record-breaking service levels. Executive Director Jane Latini describes 2013 as “both blessed and overwhelming.”…

  • Shabbat Connects

    Shabbat Connects

    By Toby Ehlrich Wilf Transport, on the move transporting participants from the JCC of Middlesex County’s Shabbat Connects program as they brave the cold, are boarding the bus home, after a delicious Shabbat meal and entertainment, including singing traditional Jewish songs and show tunes. Rabbi Ari Saks of Congregation Beth Mordecai in Perth Amboy led the…

  • SPRINGFIELD HAPPENINGS: Feb. 20

       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 5…

  • HILLSBOROUGH: Gateau-Barrera selected as Teacher of the Year

    HILLSBOROUGH: Gateau-Barrera selected as Teacher of the Year

    She’s a media specialist at Triangle Elementary    Taysha Gateau-Barrera, media specialist at Triangle Elementary School, is the Hillsborough Township District Teacher of the Year.    She will be considered to become the Somerset County award. A state winner is then chosen from the 21 county nominees.    Ms. Gateau-Barrera is also Triangle School’s Teacher of the Year.…

  • BORDENTOWN JOTTINGS: Feb. 20

    Third Tuesday of the month    The Bordentown City Green Team meets the third Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Carslake Community Center, 209 Crosswicks Road. Meetings are open to the public. Reach the Green Team at [email protected]. February    ”Winter Gala 2014,” is a group exhibit celebrating the beauty of winter at The…