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  • 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…

  • Stephen Siegel

       Stephen A. Siegel, 58, of Monroe, died Wednesday, Oct. 16, at Haven Hospice at JFK Medical Center in Edison.    Born in New Brunswick, Mr. Siegel lived in the Monroe area for over 30 years. Mr. Siegel was employed for 30 years as an installation technician for Bell Atlantic, New Brunswick. He was a charter member…

  • Northstar Café

    With Mediterranean food, live music and tapas served until 2 a.m., this upscale New Brunswick eatery has captured a following. By: Antoinette Buckley Northstar Café 25 Liberty St. New Brunswick (732) 846-0700 Food: Good to very good Service: Good to very good Prices: Moderate to expensive Cuisine: Mediterranean Ambiance: Trendy yet sophisticated Hours: Mon.-Fri. 11:30…

  • Students delve deep to discover talents

    Middlesex County offers Arts Middle School and Arts High School for talented students By: Nick D’Amore    MONROE — Through Middlesex County, young writers, artists, musicians and dancers have an opportunity to delve deeper into their crafts and develop their talents.    Though the Arts Middle School and Arts High School, students in grades seven through 12…

  • Segarra living up to coach’s forecast

    By: Redd E. Patrick    Monroe High School cross country coach Frank Bonich was so excited when he saw freshman Elizabeth Segarra run for the first time, but he was also cautious.    "I don’t want to get too excited, but I really think Elizabeth could be a real good one, a special one," said Bonich prior…

  • Strong finish for MHS field hockey

    By: Carolyn M. Hartko    The Monroe Township High School field hockey team ended their regular season on a positive note with a 3-0 victory over South Brunswick at home on Wednesday. The win capped a striking season turn around for the Lady Falcons. After opening up 0-7, Monroe went 5-1-1 down the backstretch to finish…

  • John Leonard

       John Joseph "Jack" Leonard, 77, of formerly of Kendall Park, died Tuesday, Oct. 22, at home.    Born in Queens, Mr. Leonard lived in Kendall Park for 27 years and East Brunswick for 13 years before moving to Monroe two years ago. Mr. Leonard attended Pratt Institute for seven years. Prior to retiring, he was a…

  • Officials wrangle over borough’s bond status

    A candidate’s statement last week that the borough’s bonds were given the best rating available has fueled debate. By: Scott Morgan    HIGHTSTOWN — No other topic this election season has been more divided by party lines than the issue of the borough’s financial future.    Where the Democrats (Mayor Amy Aughenbaugh and council candidates Joan Woomer…