Category: archives
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School budget plans efficient spending
To the editor By: I am writing to voice my support for Hillsborough’s 2005 school budget. I for one will be voting in favor of this budget on April 19th. I attended a very informative school budget "Q&A" session hosted by members of the school board on April 5th. At this session, superintendent Karen Lake…
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New Internet site open for business(es)
Township launches project to give companies Web address. www.HillsboroughBusiness.org By:Melissa Edmond As of Monday night, businesses and consumers have been able to support Hillsborough businesses by visiting the Economic and Business Development Commission (EBDC) Web site. EBDC member Leon Krals presented the Web site, www.HillsboroughBusiness.org, to the Hillsborough Township Committee meeting on Tuesday. Mr. Krals,…
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Area candidates file for June primaries
Candidates for municipal government in seven local towns prepare for the June 7 primary. By: Scott Morgan and The candidates looking to earn their political party’s nod to run for municipal government seats this year are set, now that Monday’s filing deadline has passed. Candidates in seven local towns are ready for the June 7…
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Hopefuls address bypass, middle school
Four Seasons holds annual Meet the Candidates night for Upper Freehold Regional School Board candidates. By: Lauren Burgoon UPPER FREEHOLD It is often noted around election season that Four Seasons represents the largest voting bloc in town and can flex its collective muscle to affect election outcomes. With that in mind, five school board…
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Mapp sets course for senior season
Hopewell Valley outdoor track By: Jim Green Natalie Mapp has started the spring season with the same excellent level of performance as she finished the winter. But what else would anyone expect? The Hopewell Valley Central High School senior consistently has been outstanding on the track for four years, whether the meet is held indoors…
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Bulldogs open with easy win
Hopewell Valley boys lacrosse By: Mike Molaro After what must’ve seemed like an eternity, the Hopewell Valley Central High School boys lacrosse squad finally opened its season Tuesday. Following three consecutive postponements because of rain (at Kinnelon) and a home wet playing field (North Hunterdon and Princeton), the Bulldogs were emotionally charged for their first…
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Vikes rebound from first setback
By: James McKeever It must have felt like a blast of cold water to the face. After starting the season 2-0, the South Brunswick High School baseball team lost to East Brunswick 11-1 last week. The Vikings didn’t let the feeling linger though. Two days later they dealt North Brunswick a 9-3 defeat last Saturday.…
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Do your brain a favor and turn off the television
BOOK NOTES by Dr. Joan Ruddiman So what’s up with television and brain growth? Not much, actually. TV-Turnoff Week is slated April 25 through May 1. It may just as well be called "Be Kind to Your Brain Week" given what is known from current brain research. All those moms over all those years who…
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Community Calendar
Trash or treasure Friday, April 15 and Saturday, April 16 The monthly sale will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church, 339 Farnsworth Ave., Bordentown, from 9 a.m. to noon on the second floor of the education building. Spring and summer clothing will be featured. Casino trip Sunday, April 17 A charter bus…
