Category: archives
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Borough crosswalk plan gains county OK
The crosswalks are expected to add to the safety of pedestrians in Hightstown. By: Scott Morgan HIGHTSTOWN Mercer County Administrator John Ricci recently lent the county’s support to the borough’s plans to include crosswalks on county roads as part of its application for state transportation trust funding. This is good news for the borough,…
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Sweet Rebirth
Andrea Brachfeld and Phoenix Rising will perform at the Metuchen Street Fair and Jazz Fest June 23. By: Mary Jasch The life of Andrea Brachfeld musician, bandleader, mother and teacher is a tapestry woven with the strength of family and duty, and colored with the sounds of multiple cultures. Ms. Brachfeld of Kendall…
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Denby at home in Princeton summer hoops league
After break, former PDS star enjoying time on court By: Bob Nuse As much as Peter Denby loves playing basketball, he found himself needing a break a couple of years ago. "After playing in high school and then for a couple years in college, I just wanted to take a break from it," said Denby,…
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Movie Timetables
Going to the movies tonight? Find out where and when the show you want to see is playing. Movies and times are valid from Friday, June 21 through Thursday, June 27. Because of the possibility of last-minute schedule changes, it is wise to call the theater before leaving home. Please note: In the event that theaters…
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Critics find lots of faults with garage
Some one design changes, others don’t want it at all. By: Jennifer Potash A larger plaza, a smaller garage and more retail stores were some of the elements Princeton Borough residents requested as part of the proposed downtown garage project at a meeting Wednesday. But as many discussed the details of the project, another group…
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Montgomery board weighs options on use of space
Problems expected, no matter which plan is chosen. By: Steve Rauscher MONTGOMERY The Board of Education is expected to decide Tuesday night how to best use the extra capacity that the opening of a new high school will create in the district’s existing schools. The board will seek suggestions from the public as it…
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Robert Arace
EAST WINDSOR Robert Arace, 71, died June 13 at CentraState Medical Center, Freehold Township. Born in East Orange, he lived in Newark from 1931 to 1966 and in East Windsor for 20 years. Mr. Arace retired from North American Philips Lighting Corp., Hightstown, after 37 years as a personnel manager. He is survived by…
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EDITORIAL: Tangent on tangents
Changing the topic of conversation to unrelated tangents livens up any conversation By: John Saccenti Changing the topic of a conversation, sometimes to something completely unrelated to the original subject, is a fine way to fill the dead time at parties or family gatherings. The title of this column was inspired by a conversation I…
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Upgrades ahead for Princeton Shopping Center
Business is booming, manager says. By: David Campbell The Princeton Shopping Center is upgrading its facilities amid a boom in business not witnessed in years. "The shopping center has never been so hot and never been so attractive," said shopping center manager Chris Hanington. The shopping center is currently installing 18 shade-tree islands on the…
