Category: archives
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LETTER: RHS football players and parents live the dream
To the editor: As the Robbinsville High School Football squad finished their last pre-season scrimmage game I am convinced that our youngest son is “living the dream!” He has a varsity spot on the front line and is coached by a 5-time pro-bowler and first round draft pick with a staff of former “Eagles”…
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HAMILTON: Officials address mold in schools
The beginning of the 2013-14 school year has underscored facilities needs, according to school officials. by James McEvoy, Managing Editor HAMILTON — The beginning of the 2013-14 school year has underscored facilities needs, according to school officials. During his report at the Sept. 18 board of education meeting, Dr. James Parla, superintendent of schools, lamented…
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PLUMSTED: Officials respond to school status of ‘underperforming’
In response to a publication’s ranking that designated New Egypt High School as performing below average, Plumsted School District administrators are making some changes to the school by David Kilby, Special Writer PLUMSTED — In response to a publication’s ranking that designated New Egypt High School as performing below average, Plumsted School District administrators are…
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REGION: Dan Aykroyd hawks vodka in East Windsor
Who you going to call for vodka? Dan Aykroyd of course. By Charles W. Kim, Managing Editor EAST WINDSOR — Who you going to call for vodka? Dan Aykroyd of course. The famed actor, musician and entrepreneur stopped by the Bottle King liquor store in East Windsor on Saturday to meet fans and promote his…
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SPRINGFIELD HAPPENINGS
by Michelle Marinello The Springfield Township Republican Club will meet Thursday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m. at the Garden State Diner, located at the intersections of county routes 537 and 545. A social hour will follow the business meeting. Guests and new members are welcome to attend. The Springfield Fire Company will meet on Monday,…
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LAMBERTVILLE: Kenyan man walks to protect elephants
Nyamu was in the midst of a walk to Washington D.C. from Boston to raise awareness that elephants face extinction due to “the brutal and illegal slaughter” of the species for their tusks On Sept. 19, there was an evening reception with local dignitaries for Kenyan Jim Nyamu at the Inn at the Lambertville Station,…
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MANVILLE: Beware — election season is upon us
It’s time for you to determine fact from fiction Colloquially, it’s known as the silly season. The weeks before an election are the time for candidates’ barrages designed to get your attention and make an impression, positively or negatively. The traditional election is Nov. 5. Prepare for an onslaught of ads and mailings from Chris…
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HAMILTON: School district to prioritize attendance
To address both academic achievement and loss of aid tied to frequent absences, school officials have acknowledged renewed efforts to reinforce district policies regarding attendance. by James McEvoy, Managing Edior HAMILTON — To address both academic achievement and loss of aid tied to frequent absences, school officials have acknowledged renewed efforts to reinforce district policies…
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FROM THE MAYOR: Providing services while watching bottom line
Earlier this month our community enjoyed a spectacular day in Veterans Park where a record number of attendees enjoyed our 31st annual Septemberfest celebration. Thanks to the generosity of our local business sponsors, the event was made possible at no additional cost to our taxpayers. Finding creative ways to save residents’ hard-earned tax dollars, such…
