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Understanding the Role of Infusion Therapy in Treatment for Cancer and Other Diseases
By Peggy Kenny, MSN If you have been diagnosed with cancer or another medical condition that requires infusion therapy as part of your treatment plan, you likely have some questions. What exactly is infusion therapy? What can I expect during treatment? What about side effects? At the JoAnn Heffernan Heisen Infusion Therapy Suite at Penn…
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Hillsborough Township Police blotter
July 30 – A Freemansburg, Pa man was arrested for DWI while on a traffic stop on Dukes Parkway East. He was processed and released. July 30 – A resident of Andria Ave reported their unlocked vehicle while parked in the building parking lot. A wallet containing $20 was taken. Investigation is ongoing. July 30…
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Bronx man charged with catalytic converter thefts
A 31-year-old Bronx, N.Y. man allegedly stole 19 catalytic converters from vehicles in various township locations over a period of three months, according to the Hillsborough Township Police Department. Police were able to identify the suspect and suspect’s vehicle through an investigation. The thefts, which caused damage to vehicles, occurred during the overnight hours between…
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‘A tribute to the living world’: NJ illustrator’s book celebrates Endangered Species Act’s 50th Anniversary
by Alison Mitchell, Co-Executive Director, New Jersey Conservation Foundation Ever since he was a boy growing up in Somers Point, Atlantic County, in the 1970s – fishing and crabbing in the bay, exploring the meadows and marshes – Allen Crawford has loved nature and all living things. But nature struggled during his childhood years. Due…
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Annual Butterfly Festival draws thousands of visitors
About 2,000 people visited The Watershed Institute on Aug. 5 for the 23rd Annual Butterfly Festival. People were able to go on tours of the Kate Gorrie Butterfly House, which features native butterflies including the endangered monarch butterfly and black swallowtail, New Jersey’s state butterfly. In addition to learning about the life cycle of these…
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Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office names first assistant prosecutor
First assistant prosecutor is a lifelong Mercer County resident, Lawrence High School grad Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri recently announced the promotion of Jennifer Downing-Mathis to first assistant prosecutor. Downing-Mathis was sworn by the Honorable Janetta D. Marbrey, J.S.C. at the Mercer County Criminal Courthouse, according to a press release on Aug. 2. In…
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National Night Out ‘a tremendous community success’
East Windsor Township celebrated National Night Out on Aug. 1, at the East Windsor P.A.L. complex. More than 2,000 people enjoyed festivities, which featured crime watch information, fire and EMS equipment displays, games and activities, and over 60 organization and business booths. The event was hosted by Mayor Janice Mironov and council members and Chief…
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Recognize the Risk Factors and Warning Signs of Heart Disease
By Bipinpreet S. Nagra, MD Did you know that heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States each year? In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 1 in every 5 deaths are caused by heart disease. Many people may not…
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Jane Taggart Whittaker, 92
Jane Taggart Whittaker, 92, of Pennington, New Jersey, formerly of Brigantine passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday August 3, 2023. Jane was born to the late John and Marjorie Taggart in St. Petersburg, Florida on May 24, 1931. She spent her childhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and her summers inBeachHaven,NewJersey. Jane graduated from Upper…
