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  • University-N.O.W. Day Nursery accredited again

       Once again, University–N.O.W. Day Nursery of Princeton has earned accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children. NAEYC accreditation is a rigorous, voluntary process by which early childhood programs demonstrate that they meet national standards of excellence. The accreditation process carefully considers all aspects of a program including health and safety, staffing,…

  • Committee considers Brainerd dock plan

    New docks could grace the shore of Brainerd Lake soon. By: Matt Kirdahy    New docks could grace the shore of Brainerd Lake soon.    At the request of the Township Committee, the Planning Board will consider amending the Land Development Ordinance to allow for the construction of temporary docks or piers in the lake on private…

  • July 25, 2:44 p.m.: Merle Haggard and the defense of freedom

    Country star speaks out By: Hank Kalet    Merle Haggard has written some of the best country music you’ll ever want to hear. And now he’s weighing in on Iraq and the Dixie Chicks and false patriots.    Haggard has always been his own man, following his own approach and thinking for himself. He penned the flag-waving…

  • July 25, 2:40 p.m.: Five for Friday, a musical interlude

    Some thoughts on the latest tunes By: Hank Kalet    Five for Friday: Every few weeks I’m going to look over the Billboard Top 50 and pick the five singles that I like best. I’ll try to avoid repeating myself. This week:    I like "Rock Wit U (Awww Baby)" by Ashanti, which comes in at No.…

  • Borough seeking clothing to mark 150th anniversary

    Antique clothes sought for celebration of Hightstown’s 150th year of incorporation. By: Sarah Winkelman    HIGHTSTOWN — This year marks the 150th anniversary of the borough’s incorporation and people will be decked out in antique garb to celebrate the occasion. At least that is the hope of the Celebrate Hightstown Committee.    "We’re looking for vintage clothing…

  • Housing approved for Baker Farm site in WW

    Work continues on effort to rezone property. By: Gwen McNamara    WEST WINDSOR — The township Planning Board approved plans for 32 single-family homes for the Baker Farm on Old Trenton Road Wednesday, but those homes may never be built.    That’s because the board is currently working to rezone the 157-acre property for age-restricted senior housing.…

  • Stein renews old court rivalries

    Lawrence grad returns to Princeton summer basketball league By: Bob Nuse    Ryan Stein grew up playing against basketball players from Princeton and the rest of Mercer County.    Now, one year away from graduating from college, Stein is enjoying a summer of playing against many of those former foes.    Stein is spending part of his summer…

  • Letters to the Editor, July 25

    LETTERS TO THE EDITOR, July 25 Coalition opposes east-side connector To the editor:     Among the alternatives presented in the Penns Neck Area Draft Environmental Impact Statement, 11 member organizations of the Millstone Bypass Alert Coalition support Alternative D.2. At least 14 other concerned organizations from around the state also support D.2. It has Route…

  • Princeton Temperature Record – July, 2003

    By: Tom Lederer The Princeton Temperature Record is based on readings from a Nimbus Ultra digital thermometer with an accuracy of 0.2 degrees F. Readings, taken in Princeton Township near the Princeton Shopping Center, are rounded to the nearest degree. DATE HIGH LOW July 31, 2003 80 66 July 30, 2003 82 61 July 29,…