Author: Central Jersey

  • Volunteers needed to Pack Christmas care packages for US troops deployed overseas

    Volunteers needed to Pack Christmas care packages for US troops deployed overseas

    Volunteers prepare Christmas gift boxes at last year’s Operation Shoebox New Jersey packing event at the Manville VFW

  • HILLSBOROUGH: If Hillsborough’s got talent, please show it

    Calling all local talent! The first "Hillsborough’s Got Talent" show is scheduled for Jan. 24, 2015 in the Hillsborough High School auditorium. Each performance-based organization is allowed to submit up to four different acts to compete. Individuals are also encouraged to enter. Ten performers in the township will be chosen for a show that will…

  • HILLSBOROUGH: Le rebuts letters on her school board record

    Letter to the editor To the editor: It is inevitable that public service exposes you to criticism that must be answered to set the record straight. Last week, the Hillsborough Republican Election Committee Treasurer, Mr. Peter Cipparulo, made a false accusation that "the school budget rose well over cap during her (Thuy Anh Le) three…

  • More voices against PennEast pipeline

    Laura Hanson, Kevin D. Kuchinski, board members, SB-MWA Hopewell Valley is a beautiful place, with its rolling hills and preserved farmland, miles of recreational trails and open space, and a cohesive community spirit. We’ve worked together over the years to build a strong community, preserving the rural character and open spaces that have made Hopewell…

  • MANVILLE: Halloween fun night is Thursday

    Community calendar issue of Oct. 30 Thurs., Oct. 30 Halloween event: Manville recreation department holds "fun night" at VFW hall, 600 Washington Ave. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Games, costume contest, hot dogs and chili, music with DJ Sparrx. Drop off jack-o-lanterns for contest judging between 5:15 and 5:45. Sat., Nov. 1 Polish dinner: Manville Exempt Firemen’s Association…

  • Flu shot: Most important way to help everyone stay healthy

    GUEST COLUMN Hopewell Township officials Hopewell Township is closely monitoring the ongoing infectious disease issues that are occurring locally and globally. The Hopewell Valley Office of Emergency Management, Health Department, Hopewell Valley Bureau of Fire Safety and all Valley emergency responders have actively prepared and trained to ensure a safe and proper response to any…

  • HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP: Committee candidates are introduced

    HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP: Committee candidates are introduced

    Four Hopewell Township residents are seeking two three-year terms on the Township Committee in the Nov. 4 general election. They are (in alphabetical order): — Ron Cefalone (Republican) serves as The Arc Mercer’s director of recreation/integrated sports and respite services. Arc is an organization servicing people with developmental disabilities. Mr. Cefalone is also the owner…

  • HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP: Committee candidates are introduced
  • Vote for the person, not the party

    Carol de Groot, Bordentown  I have been a resident of the Bordentown Township for 37 years and have seen a lot of changes. Before I go any further, let me tell you a little about myself. I am a conservative and served on the Township Committee for six years, as mayor for one year,…