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HIGHTSTOWN: East Windsor Regional schools ranked
By Matt Nelson, Special Writer The New Jersey Department of Education released the new School Performance Report, replacing the former New Jersey School Report Card system to judge student performance. The School Performance Report, or SPR, was released April 10. These reports features statistics including enrollment figures, student populations and student results on state assessments.…
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WEST AMWELL: Township tab would lower taxes
By John Tredrea, Special Writer WEST AMWELL — A proposed $3,428,885 West Amwell Township budget for 2013 that, if adopted, will lower the municipal tax rate 1 cent per $100 of assessed property value was introduced by the Township Committee on April 24. ”If adopted on May 22, the tax rate will drop to 25…
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SENIOR MENUS: Week of May 2, 2013
All meals are served at noon at Hibernia Apartments in Lambertville. Reservations are required. Call 609-397-2228 24 hours in advance. The value of each meal is $5.10. Any amount donated over this is a tax-deductible contribution. All menus are subject to change and include milk and margarine. The sodium-controlled menu is the same unless otherwise…
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TRENTON: Bail set for murder suspect
By Jen Samuel, Managing Editor TRENTON — A man facing a murder charge attended his bail hearing before a Mercer County judge Monday. ”Judge Robert Billmeier maintained his bail at $500,000,” said Casey DeBlasio, public information officer for the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office, on April 30. She said Mr. Lemus-Estrada, a native of Guatemala, had…
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HIGHTSTOWN: Irene waves still continue
Hightstown clerk says special election will cost up to $25,000 By Amy Batista, Special Writer HIGHTSTOWN — The petition has officially been filed, halting Borough Hall plans as residents continue to voice concerns. “The petition was delivered,” said Eugene Sarafin, of Hightstown. Based on the November 2011 voting population, 160 borough signatures were needed.…
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POLICE BLOTTER: Week of May 3
East Windsor Police said Willie F. Jones, 29, of Etra Road was charged with possession of marijuana under 50 grams 10:01 p.m. April 18. The officer was patrolling in the area of the Town House Motel when he observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed through the parking lot. Once stopped, the…
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