Category: archives
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That day in Dallas, 40 years later
Historical Society of Princeton to host panel discussion. Where were you when President John Fitzgerald Kennedy was shot? The Historical Society of Princeton is hosting a panel discussion that asks where Princeton was on that momentous day. The forum commemorates the 40th anniversary of the Kennedy assassination on Nov. 22, 1963, in Dallas, Texas. On…
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Judge hears suit about Twin Rivers
Mercer County state Superior Court Judge Neil H. Shuster considers debate about planned communities. By: David Pescatore TRENTON The future of planned communities in the state now rests in the hands of a Mercer County state Superior Court judge. Judge Neil H. Shuster heard arguments Tuesday in the case between the Committee for a…
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Goals similar, approaches differ in 14th District contest
Democrat incumbents Linda Greenstein and Gary Guear face off against Republican challengers Bill Baroni and Sidna Mitchell. By: Jennifer Potash Candidates running for seats in the state Assembly from the 14th Legislative District agree on the need to revamp the property-tax system and end the medical malpractice insurance crisis, but they differ on how to…
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Dispatches: A petri dish for brewing bad behavior
DISPATCHES by Hank Kalet: Hazing in high schools is becoming a growing epidemic. By: Hank Kalet The story is horrible. A group of varsity football players at Mepham High School in Nassau County on Long Island are accused of sexually assaulting several junior varsity players while the team was sequestered at football camp in the…
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PHS contractor chosen by school board
But bid is $2 million over budget. By: Jeff Milgram By a 6-1 vote, the Princeton Regional Board of Education awarded a $32.8 million contract Thursday night to renovate and expand Princeton High School even though the bid is some $2 million over budget. The board also authorized an additional $1.6 million 5…
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Taking Care of business at Hun
Raiders junior moves back to shore up boys’ soccer defense By: Bob Nuse Because it was best for the team, Hun School boys’ soccer coach Chris Kingston had little doubt junior Matt Care would move from his position in the center midfield for the Raiders to the defensive sweeper position. "He’s been a midfielder for…
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After-school program hires new director
Seeking a blue-ribbon for Princeton’s Young Achievers. By: Jeff Milgram She’s got the right experience, boundless energy and infectious enthusiasm. And Nichelle Hill, Princeton Young Achievers’ new executive director, wants to turn the program into a model after-school program. And Jean Grossman, the nationally recognized expert on child issues, including after-school programs, who also serves…
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District, union close to deal
Opposing sides are one step closer to finalizing a contract. By: Rebecca Tokarz MONROE The Monroe Township Education Association and the school district are one step closer to finalizing a new contract. The MTEA ratified a tentative pact Monday with a 288-166 vote, according to MTEA President Caren Castaldo. Ms. Castaldo said she could…
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Letter: Land swap foes distorting truth
To the editor: I am a senior citizen and have lived in the retirement community of Clearbrook for 14 years. I am very disturbed by the rhetoric that I have been reading by those who are opposed to building a high school in Thompson Park. Many of the objections are patently untrue. For example…
