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  • Princeton Public Library plans busy fall season

    From politics, to poetry, to commemoration of Sept. 11 By: Rachel Silverman    The Princeton Public Library has announced an impressive fall lineup of programs, featuring former Gov. Christine Todd Whitman, "Superman Returns" director Bryan Singer and celebrated American poet Walt Whitman — resurrected, that is.    This season marks the debut of the Christopher Reeve Lecture…

  • Playground for the Soul

    The Fleisher Art Memorial provides a sanctuary for artists and art-lovers. By: Susan Van Dongen    There have been some changes in the Philadelphia neighborhood where I used to live, the edge of Queen Village and Bella Vista, just a few blocks from the 9th Street (Italian) Market.    The run-down sandwich place that also sold tepid…

  • WW open-space tax debated as revaluation unfolds

    Referendum considered to cut rate as compensation for reassesment impact. By: Emily Craighead    WEST WINDSOR — A special meeting of the Township Council on Wednesday will address a possible referendum on the municipal open-space tax.    "The purpose of this meeting is to continue this dialogue in a more publicized fashion to respond to very legitimate…

  • WW Planning Board pushes for shopping center facelift

    Princeton Arms Shopping Center representative cites budget constraints By: Emily Craighead    WEST WINDSOR — The Planning Board is pushing for a facelift for the Princeton Arms Shopping Center on Old Trenton Road as a condition for approving a plan to double the shopping center’s size.    "The way I view it, doing repairs in existing areas…

  • Montgomery 13s return to WS

    Wilson thrilled to experience first time with all-stars By: Justin Feil    Being called up to the major leagues is a big deal for any minor leaguer.    Brad Wilson knows the feeling.    He’s been playing baseball since he was 8 years old, but hadn’t made the Montgomery district team until this summer. After playing for the…

  • New date set for Arts Council ‘yard sale’

       The Arts Council of Princeton has announced a change of date for its "Art & Artifacts Yard Sale." The event will take place Saturday, Sept. 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The sale will take place on the front lawn and parking lot of the building at 102 Witherspoon St. and will include live…

  • Acacia

    The chef/owner understands the importance of detail in recognizing and meeting the desires and high expectations of a wide spectrum of diners. By: Kate and Tom O’Neill Acacia 2367 Main St. Lawrence (609) 895-9885 www.acaciacuisine.com Food: Excellent Service: Amiable, polished, informed Prices: Expensive Cuisine: Progressive American with Thai, Southwest and French influences Vegetarian Options: Standard…

  • Historic barn on the move

    Cranbury’s oldest structure gets a facelift. By: Josh Appelbaum    One of the oldest remaining structures in Cranbury will get a face-lift and wash before it gets moved to its new home.    The Howarth barn, which was previously located on the Updike property on the north side of Cranbury Neck Road, was dismantled July 20 and…

  • Gymnastics Academy moves to Stults Road

    Cranbury Gymnastics Academy says goodbye to Clark Drive. By: Josh Appelbaum    Children who like to leap, tumble and flip may have a slightly longer ride to gymnastics now that the Cranbury Gymnastics Academy has moved.    Cranbury Gymnastics Academy, formerly of Clark Drive in Cranbury, moved to Stults Road earlier this month, just a short ride…