Category: archives
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Letters to the Editor, July 1, 2004
Scouting facts needed To the editor: Is there anyone who was involved in Cub Pack 10 during the 1960s? Can you tell me when it began, who sponsored it, when it ended and any interesting stories about the pack? I am in the process of preparing a history of Boy Scouting in Hopewell Valley.…
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
By: Compiled by Mary Stulack Tell us about you. If your nonprofit organization plans a special event and you would like to have the information published in The Manville News, drop a note to Mary Stulack, Calendar, 307 Omni Dr., Hillsborough, 08844. All items should be typed and mailed or faxed to our office at…
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Thomas Nivison
By: HILLSBOROUGH Thomas A. Nivison died June 23 in Foothill Acres Nursing Home in Hillsborough. He was 76. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y., he moved to Millstone and then Florida, before moving to Hillsborough in 2003. Mr. Nivison was a staff manager for Bell Atlantic in Newark for 37 years, retiring in 1989. He served…
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Culinary Masterpieces
New Hope’s ‘Showcase of the Arts’ emphasizes the palate over the palette. By: Amy Brummer "Petit Fours" by Yardley artist Jo-Anne Osnoe is one of several paintings designed to tempt the palate during New Hope’s Showcase for the Arts. It takes more than tasty food to make a meal a masterpiece. Creativity, presentation, service and…
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‘Spider-Man 2’
Director Sam Raimi has taken the series to a new level, with exciting action, better-developed characters and a tighter story. By: Jim Boyle Superman never had these kinds of problems. Two years after saving the city from the Green Goblin, life hasn’t gotten any easier for Spider-Man. Sure, swinging around New York City and catching…
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Legion team drops heartbreaker
Two-run homer spoils great performance By: Rudy Brandl One big hit completely changed the fortunes of one team and spelled more misery for another in Monday night’s American Legion baseball game at Manville High. Hillsborough third baseman Adam Rothblatt ripped a laser shot to center field that sailed over John Levy’s head and gave…
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Babe Ruth 13s gain valuable experience
Babe Ruth baseball By: Shawn Mecchi The Lawrence Babe Ruth League 13-year old All-Stars were eliminated from the District 1 Tournament on Sunday after their second loss in as many games. Still, Lawrence coach Dan Bannister’s team is "excited about playing." Matched against Ewing, last year’s District 1 champs, Lawrence opened its scoring when Ryan…
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Cell phone ban takes effect
Starting July 1 using a hand-held cell phone while driving could cost you $250 in New Jersey. By: Scott Morgan Amid the ubiquitous sea of bumper stickers, an increasingly common one shouts, "Hang up and drive!" Love or hate that piece of frustrated advice, it would be a good idea to listen to it, because…
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Mansfield clerk, four others resign
Five Mansfield Township municipal employees resigned last week, all citing personal reasons. By: Scott Morgan MANSFIELD The Township Committee last week accepted the resignations of five municipal employees, including Township Clerk Judith Lawrence. Ms. Lawrence, who was appointed to the post in June 2003, resigned for what officials said are personal reasons on June…
