Author: Central Jersey

  • HILLSBOROUGH: Forum to examine open space question

    Hillsborough’s ballot question about open space funding will be the subject of public forum from 7 to 8:45 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 21, at Avalon Assisted Living’s public space at 393 Amwell Road.    Hillsborough’s ballot question about open space funding will be the subject of public forum from 7 to 8:45 p.m. on Monday, Oct.…

  • BUCKS COUNTY: See fall colors from Bowman’s Hill

    BUCKS COUNTY: See fall colors from Bowman’s Hill

    Rising 125 feet in the air and offering a 15-mile view on a clear day, Bowman’s Hill Tower is a favorite stop for photographers and “leafpeepers” alike.    Bucks County boasts many scenic spots to take in the fall foliage. But there’s only one place to get an above-the-trees, bird’s-eye view of the surrounding countryside and…

  • HOPEWELL VALLEY: Police blotter

       Early Oct. 16 (Wednesday), Harnett County, North Carolina, Sheriff’s Department arrested Jonathan Brakel, 26, of Hopewell Township, on warrants issued by Hopewell Township police.    According to Chief George C. Meyer, Mr. Brackel is charged with armed robbery, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and unlawful possession of a weapon.    Mr. Brackel’s vehicle was…

  • HILLSBOROUGH: Teachers press school board on negotiations

    HILLSBOROUGH: Teachers press school board on negotiations

    Parents displayed signs at the back of the audience at Monday’s school board meeting. Stacy Westhusin, holding sign at left, told the board that teachers had not complained to parents or students about the pace of contract negotiations, but she hoped the situation would be resolved quickly. Staff photo by Gene Robbins 

  • MANVILLE: Candidates address issues
  • County library sponsors homework ‘survival guide’

    At Hillsborough Library    Somerset County Library System will present a free workshop on “Homework: A Survival Guide,” for parents, early childhood educators and caregivers on Wednesday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. at the Hillsborough library on South Branch Road.    Also coming up:    • Huntington Learning Center will discuss the most prevalent problems facing parents when dealing…

  • COUNTY: MCCC to host youth conference

    Mercer County Community College and the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. Pi Chapter are partnering to present “Preparing for Greatness,” a youth empowerment conference to be held Saturday, Nov. 2, 9 a.m. WEST WINDSOR — Mercer County Community College and the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. Pi Chapter are partnering to…

  • Manville can’t afford more Democrats

    Rudy Nowak, Manville    Before you let Democrats and Democrat want-a-bees “work for you” again, their campaign slogans beg the following questions.    Were Ms. Lynn and Mr. Petzinger “working for you” as they were the deciding votes to raise your property taxes every year for the last four years? They offered no budget cuts or cost-saving…

  • LAMBERTVILLE: After 27 years, the’re getting married

    LAMBERTVILLE: After 27 years, the’re getting married

    Beth Asaro and Joanne Schailey are poised to make New Jersey history — again. And, once again, Lambertville Mayor David Del Vecchio is ready to help them, by joining them in wedlock. By John Tredrea, Special Writer    LAMBERTVILLE — Beth Asaro and Joanne Schailey are poised to make New Jersey history — again. And, once…