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  • ROBBINSVILLE: NorthStar VETS hosts blessing of the animals

    ROBBINSVILLE: NorthStar VETS hosts blessing of the animals

    Members of Allentown Presbyterian Church blessed pets both large and small in honor of St. Francis of Assisi. by Nicole W. Wells, Special Writer ROBBINSVILLE — Obtaining a blessing when one is injured, ill or just in need of a rise in spirits is nothing out of ordinary, unless of course the recipient of grace…

  • LAWRENCE: Food waste recycling possible

    LAWRENCE: Food waste recycling possible

    Township residents may be offered the option to “recycle” their food waste in a separate container, which would reduce the amount of trash that goes into the landfill and save money, Township Council learned Tue By Lea Kahn, Staff Writer    Township residents may be offered the option to “recycle” their food waste in a separate…

  • COUNTY: College hosts lecture series

    The British Empire, the American War of Independence and the associated impact on the Irish people will be the topic of a lecture by Mercer County Community College Associate Professor Padhraig Higgins on Wednesday, Oc WEST WINDSOR — The British Empire, the American War of Independence and the associated impact on the Irish people will…

  • SPRINGFIELD HAPPENINGS

    by Michelle Marinello The Columbus Grange is hosting a square dance on Oct. 19. For more information, contact Marion at 609-298-4262.    The Springfield Republican club will hold its annual dinner and fundraiser in support of local, county and state candidates on Friday, Oct. 18 6:00 p.m., at the Jacksonville Community Center.    Tickets are $75. Contact…

  • HAMILTON: Caregivers honor shining lights

    HAMILTON: Caregivers honor shining lights

    Honorees of the Interfaith Caregivers of Greater Mercer County’s annual Shining Lights Aware are, from left, Carol Olivieri, Ann M. Cannon, Rev. Thomas Vala, of the Church of St. Gregory the Great, Helping Hands Advisor Gaetana Iseicz and Group Leader Gina Hopkins. Courtesy photo

  • BORDENTOWN CITY: Thompson Street decorations begin to sprout

    BORDENTOWN CITY: Thompson Street decorations begin to sprout

    The Rios family makes final touch ups to their residence for last year’s Halloween competition. The theme last year was mummies. Photo courtesy of Frank Rios

  • Good luck, Ms. Buono!

    Joe Shoemaker, Lambertville After viewing the New Jersey gubernatorial debate and contemplating the outcome, New Jersey State Sen. Barbara Buono seems the better choice for the governorship of New Jersey. Both candidates have a loving feel for the citizens of New Jersey.    Ms. Buono’s passion and compassion, slightly nervous, seemed heartfelt.    Rocking back and forth…

  • Keep Manville’s progress rolling

    Ron Skirkanish, Manville    As a former member of the Manville Flood Committee, I would like to address the ongoing issue of Rich Onderko’s involvement with this committee.    In 2010, Rich was appointed as the council liaison to the new flood committee by Mayor Lillian Zuza. With Mayor Zuzas and Rich’s approval, I was named as…

  • NEW EGYPT: Sarah Palin stumps for Lonegan

    NEW EGYPT: Sarah Palin stumps for Lonegan

    Rally held in New Egypt days before special election By James McEvoy, Managing Editor NEW EGYPT – Former Alaskan Republican governor and 2008 vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin stumped for U.S. Senate candidate Steve Lonegan at a campaign rally Saturday at the New Egypt Raceway. Gov. Palin amd Mr. lonegan appeared before approximately 2,000 supporters…