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‘The Jungle Book 2’
All ages are admitted to this G-rated film, but few over age 9 will admit they want to see it.[G] By: Bob Brown Since the world seems to resemble a jungle more and more these days, how about a little innocent fun in a cartoon jungle to lighten things up? Ironically, this movie is about…
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Growing up in Manville prepares researcher
Now, Anne Orlando is preparing to revisit Siberia by brushing up on her Russian By:Sally Goldenberg Anne Orlando is looking forward to revisiting Siberia this summer, where she hopes to continue her research on endangered animals through studying snow leopards. But after researching wildlife in Central America and Africa, the California resident hopes she hasn’t…
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Pennington Fire Company holds installation
Mayor James Loper and Fire Commissioner William Meytrott commended members of the Pennington Fire Company for their "outstanding service to the citizens of Pennington Borough and Hopewell Valley." The Pennington Fire Company held its annual Installation Dinner on Feb. 8 at the Pennington Firehouse on Broemel Place. Serving as master of ceremonies was Peter Hallock.…
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‘Dear Liza’ to perform at Conduit
Two members singer-guitarist Scott Rednor and bassist Greg Glasson grew up in Pennington. By John Tredrea The original members of "Dear Liza" have reunited and will perform at the Conduit in Trenton Feb. 28. Two members singer-guitarist Scott Rednor and bassist Greg Glasson grew up in Pennington. The other members of…
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Councilman: Sack manager
Says she is withholding information on budget By: Sharlee Joy DiMenichi Councilman Ted Van Hessen is calling for the firing of Township Manager Barbara Sacks. Mr. Van Hessen said the manager had not adequately responded to requests for information on the proposed township budget and that he believed she has created a climate in which…
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DISPATCHES: And the nomineers are: Who cares
Dispatches by Hank Kalet: The Grammy Awards reflect the sad current state of the music industry By: Hank Kalet I’ve never been fan of the big award shows. I don’t watch the Oscars, hate the Emmys and the Tonys and have a healthy distaste for everything associated with the Grammys. I tend to view the…
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Hidden Oasis
The Hamilton-Trenton Marsh is a world of nature and history located in your own backyard. By: Jim Boyle A great egret, right, is just one of the thousands of species of wildlife that call the Hamilton-Trenton Marsh home. Photos: Mary Leck Canoeing, above, is one of the many recreational activities available at the Marsh. It’s…
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Adam Suhaka
MANVILLE Adam E. Suhaka died Saturday, Feb. 8. He was 76. Mr. Suhaka retired as a Supervisor in the shipping and receiving department at Borden’s Chemical Company in Middlesex. He was a member of the Characters Club of Manville and the teamsters union local 701 for over 25 years. He served in the Army…
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BOE trio may run without contest
Deadline for petitions is this Monday. By: Lea Kahn Four days before the Feb. 24 filing deadline for the April 15 school board election, two candidates have turned in their signed nominating petitions to the Lawrence Township Board of Education office. Incumbent school board members Michael Brindle and Michael Wilson have turned in their petitions.…
