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Rider eyes increased security
Lawrence Police presence coming to campus. By: Lea Kahn Aiming to beef up security at Rider University social events, the college has signed an agreement with the Lawrence Township Police Department to pay for a sergeant and two patrolmen on an "as-needed" basis. Township Council approved a resolution Tuesday night that authorizes the contract for…
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Hopkins runs out an incredible rushing season
By: Sean Moylan Like Chicago’s Gale Sayers the 60’s and Detroit’s Barry Sanders in the early 90’s, New Egypt junior running back Lee Hopkins is living proof that a great runner can transform a mediocre football team into a compelling one. Not only does Hopkins hold every major rushing record in the short history of…
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Allentown its rise and progress, Part 4
HISTORICALLY SPEAKING The following unpublished history by Charles R. Hutchinson is from Book 4 titled "Local History." Acquired in 1929 by the New Jersey Historical Society from his estate, the collection represents not only a valuable genealogical resource but documents this entire region’s early history. This week’s installment continues to describe the properties along South…
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Land’s price stalls talks
Township Council still hopes to buy 20-acre tract. By: Sharlee Joy DiMenichi Negotiations to buy an approximately 20-acre property high on the township open space committee’s wish list are stalled because the lot’s price might be too expensive for the township, Mayor Frank Gambatese said Tuesday. Mayor Gambatese would not specify the property’s appraised value…
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POLICE BLOTTER
Hung Cao, 33, of Bridgewater was charged with possession of marijuana at 10:30 p.m., Nov. 18. Police saw a white four-door Toyota driven by Mr. Cao traveling westbound along Hillsborough Road with its front driver side headlamp out. Police pursued the Toyota and saw it cross over the double yellow lines four times. After stopping…
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A modern interpretation of a classic British sedan
Although the styling is familiar, the new XJ is longer, wider and taller than before, yielding more interior space for up to five occupants and their luggage. By: Malcolm Gunn, Whellbase Communications Passion and performance have always been the Jaguar XJ’s defining elements. Now you can add high-tech overachiever to the mix. Previous XJs were…
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Tag day donations help young musicians
To the editor The Manville High Marching Band and Color Guard along with the Manville Music Organization would like to thank all the people who generously contributed during our "Tag Day" collections Friday (Nov. 28) and Saturday (Nov. 29). We would also like to thank the following merchants for giving their permission to "tag" at…
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Young, talented AHS field hockey team set for another great year in 2004
By: Kyle Moylan One of the first things one notices about the state runner-up field hockey team from Allentown High School something that makes the accomplishments of the team even more amazing is the fact it is set to have another great year in 2004. The players may have been very poised, but…
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Pearl Harbor left its mark on residents
South Brunswick residents recall what they were doing when they learned of Japanese attack 62 years ago. By: Sharlee Joy DiMenichi News of some historic events is so stunning that it can leave a permanent mark on those who live through it. Such is the case for some South Brunswick residents who say they remember…
