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  • Monroe enthused by well-played tie

    By: Carolyn M. Hartko    NORTH BRUNSWICK — There have been some good high school soccer games in the closing days of the 2002 season, and the one played in the North Brunswick High School stadium between the Raiders and Monroe this past Monday night was one of them. These two Greater Middlesex Conference White Division…

  • Dems supporting GOP candidate

    At least one Democratic Borough Council member is hoping residents vote against the incumbent Democratic mayor. By: Scott Morgan    HIGHTSTOWN — Typically, election season is defined by campaign rhetoric, differences of opinion and party-line politics.    This year’s borough election race is typical and not. While there has been much said for, by and against both…

  • Borough may end shared inspectors

    Requirements of new ordinance overburdens part-time inspectors By:Sally Goldenberg    The borough of Manville is considering ending its 4-year-old agreement to share building and fire inspection services with neighboring Somerville Borough because inspections have fallen behind on some multi-family homes.    The Borough Council passed a resolution in September to evaluate its pact with Somerville that enables…

  • Candidate pushes for Aughenbaugh

    Letter to the editor By:     It has been my pleasure during the campaign to work with Mayor Amy Augenbaugh of Hightstown. Amy is a tireless worker. Her contributions as mayor are seen by all as they go through Hightstown. Amy will continue to work hard for her constituents when she is re-elected Nov. 5.…

  • Council member to back Democrats

    Letter to the editor By:     As a Hightstown councilman, I have been dismayed by the destructive campaign that has been lobbied against Mayor Amy Aughenbaugh’s team for mayor and council. The team of Patten, Laudenberger and Holtzclaw has said everything from Hightstown is "alive and well" to the claim that we’re on the verge…

  • Kelly’s Steak and Fish House

    The Doylestown restaurant and night spot tames its tapas with an expanded menu. By: Judith Norkin Kelly’s Steak and Fish House 29 S. Main St. Doylestown, Pa. (215) 345-8108 Food: Good Service: Good Prices: Moderate, with appetizers (formerly tapas) ranging from $5.50 to $9.95, and entrées ranging from $15.95 to $25.95. Soups, salads and sandwiches…

  • AROUND CRANBURY: Scout receives recognition

    Lorraine Sedor shares the latest scoop with Cranbury residents    Congratulations to Steven Golisano, who recently received the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest rank in Boy Scouting. He was recognized by various dignitaries and received letters of commendation from President Bush, State Senator Peter Inverso, U.S. Senator Robert Torricelli, Assemblywoman Linda Greenstein and local officials.…

  • Anton Franklin, Jr.

       Anton Franklin Jr., of Jamesburg, died Monday at St. Peter’s University Hospital in New Brunswick.    He was the newborn infant son of Kamita Harvey and Anton Franklin of Jamesburg. Anton is survived by his parents; maternal grandmother, Deborah Harvey of Jamesburg; his paternal grandfather, Henry Franklin of Jamesburg, and by his god brothers and god…

  • Elect Wintress in Montgomery;Carden is choioce in 7th District

    PACKET EDITORIAL, Oct. 25 By: Packet Editorial    Control of the Montgomery Township Committee is at stake in the Nov. 5 election, a rematch of last year’s race between incumbent Karen Wintress and former Committeeman Mark Caliguire. If Mr. Caliguire wins, the Republicans will return to power. If Ms. Wintress wins, the Democrats will retain their…