Category: archives
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Superstars in training
Michael McClure passes on his knowledge and experience to stage and screen hopefuls. By: Jim Boyle One of the studios at the Professional Center for the Arts in Hamilton is in chaos on a warm Wednesday afternoon. Four balls of energy 8-year-olds Wesley Cappiello and Alanna Rothman, 6-year-old Taylor Thornton and 9-year-old Victoria Scialfa…
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Scientists warn of infestation of hardwood-eating insect
Asian longhorned beetle found in northern Middlesex County. By: Shanay Cadette It is only a matter of time before the Asian longhorned beetle that can wipe out hundreds of hardwood trees finds it way to the Princeton area, a local expert is warning. That’s why state and local officials are hoping residents chip in to…
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PHS parking permit plan awaits board OK
With decals on order, lottery may decide who gets student permits. By: Jeff Milgram Now it’s up to the Princeton Regional Board of Education to approve a permit parking plan for Princeton High School students. And that approval could come Tuesday night. "This Tuesday, the board is going to have a resolution on its agenda…
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Jackson
"Jackson," a very sweet and friendly 1-year-old Lab mix, is in need of a loving home and available for adoption from SAVE, 900 Herrontown Road, Princeton. For information about adopting "Jackson" or another dog or cat, call (609) 921-6122. SAVE: http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/NJ143.html
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Yo! Ho! Ho! Pirates and a lecture
Senior center hosts discussion By:Joseph Harvie MONROE Scurvy. Aargh! Where’s me buried treasure? We’ll meet again in Davie Jones’ locker. These are some things pirates have said on the silver screen for years, but did you know certain pirates, called privateers, were actually considered legitimate businessmen and sometimes, as was the case with Jean…
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Online Survey – Win 4 Tickets to Great Adventure!
Focus Group Answer these questions about our website and you will be entered to win. 4 Tickets to Great Adventure and Wild Safari Park Valued at $195.00. Valid for 2004 Season through 10/31/2004. ONLINE SURVEY Name: Email: (required) 1. Do You access our website from? Home Work Other 2. Have you ever placed a classified…
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West Windsor police offer e-mail alert system
Voluntary program will give residents a heads up about evacuations, immediate threats, road closings and other information. By: Shanay Cadette WEST WINDSOR The West Windsor Police Department could have used an e-mail notification system when Tropical Storm Floyd hit New Jersey back in 1999, drenching the state and causing problems with water supply. Instead,…
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Mixed reaction on resignation
Possible scandals worry politicians By:Josh Appelbaum Gov. James McGreevey’s decision last week to resign following his disclosure that he is "a gay American" has raised much controversy and divergent opinions among locals politicians, and not necessarily along partisan lines. Local politicians say the governor’s homosexuality is a nonissue, but point to scandals he could face…
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New option could help with open space preservation
Cranbury approves Eight-Year Farmland Preservation By:Sarah Winkelman An alternative to traditional open space and farmland preservation programs is coming to Cranbury. The Township Committee unanimously approved an ordinance Monday that would enter a 20.25-acre parcel owned by Henry Realty Co. LLC on South River Road into a municipally approved Eight-Year Farmland Preservation program. The program…
