Category: archives
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Bordentown man indicted in Lawrence assault
Attack occurred on Valentine’s Day this February. By: Lea Kahn A Bordentown man was indicted in connection with the Valentine’s Day sexual assault of his former girlfriend in her Lawrence Township home, according to a county spokesperson. Howard S. Hughes, 32, of East Union Street, Bordentown, was indicted June 16 on three counts of aggravated…
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Library sets plan for technology improvements
High-speed connection, computers part of five-year plan By:Roger Alvarado Patrons of the Manville Public Library can look forward to using new computers with high-speed Internet access in the months ahead, now that the library’s board of trustees has approved plans to upgrade the facility’s technology. The plan, which could total as much as $25,000, will…
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Resident says police target range unsafe
Tells council range should be closed By:John Patten Security and maintenance at the borough’s police firing range are too lax, according to a Huff Avenue resident who wants the facility closed. "I accepted the pistol range for 40 years, but not anymore," Basil Kulick told the Borough Council Monday night. Mr. Kulick listed his complaints…
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Princeton Public library to close Sunday and Monday
The Princeton Public Library will be closed Sunday and Monday in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
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Ordinance plan may cause more harm
To the editor By: As a dog owner, and a tax-paying resident of Manville, I and several others still oppose Mr. St. Angel’s amendment to place such severe restrictions on dog barking. Yes, I whole-heartedly agree to responsible pet ownership in its various forms; spay/neutering, current vaccinations, proper socialization, safe confinement, and, of course a…
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PERCEPTIONS: Extra, extra! Moore in bed with Bush
All parties seem to benefit from ‘Fahrenheit 9/11’. By: Steve Feitl President George W. Bush is already one of the most recognizable human beings on the planet, but for one week, he’s also the biggest movie star in the country. In an ironic twist, that achievement is all thanks to filmmaker Michael Moore, who spends…
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A lesson in civics
Local sisters travel to nation’s capital to attend conferences on government By:Matthew Kirdahy Two sisters, though four years apart in age, share two common interests in and out of the classroom dancing and history. One of those interests earned them a trip to Washington, D.C. Casey Holstein, 11, and her sister Ashley, 15, of…
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Dog death prompts evaluation of cage dryers
Owner, groomer concerned over malfunctioning unit. By: Lea Kahn John Puckett unfortunately knows what it’s like to lose a dog in an unexpected accident. He’d now like to ensure no one faces similar trauma. Mr. Puckett’s dog was burned to death in a freak accident involving a cage dryer at the Curry Corner pet grooming…
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Sourland planning group is taking close look at area’s capabilities
Following presentations from professional consultants, the board was expected to determine whether a build-out analysis, designed to give them an idea of what the area would look like in the future if all the land were to be developed according to its current zoning, is necessary. By Roger Alvarado The Sourland Planning Council, representing Hillsborough,…
