Category: archives
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New citizens anxious to cast their votes
Next week’s voting will be particularly meaningful for one voter, casting his first vote in an election of any kind. By:Mark Moffa EAST WINDSOR – "I finally will be able to make a difference on my own," said Alberto Bellini, an East Windsor resident who became a citizen two months ago and will be…
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Election season brings memories along with it
PHASE THREE by Arnold Bornstein When names like Washington, Jefferson or Lincoln first appeared on presidential ballots, one wonders how many voters sensed greatness or felt indifference or boredom or disdain. While the Gore-Bush election hasn’t exactly captivated the nation, and the winner’s face seems unlikely to appear on future U.S. currency, the fact remains…
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ELECTION NIGHT RESULTS
Visit The Cranbury Press Web site Tuesday night for election results. By: Visit The Cranbury Press Web site Tuesday night for election results.
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School board hires new WW-P North pricipal
Masonis departs following 26 years in district By: David M. Campbell The West Windsor-Plainsboro School District has hired a new High School North principal to replace Barbara Masonis, who left Tuesday after a 26-year career in the district. The school board voted 7-1 on Oct. 21, with board President Cheryl Larrier-Jemmott dissenting and Barbara Friis…
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Key injury costs HHSfootball shot at upset
By: Kyle Moylan When told that he was the coach of a good 1-6 team, Bruce Broadbent couldn’t help but laugh. "I don’t if that’s what you want to be," the first-year Hightstown coach smiled. Whether it was the original goal or not, Hightstown is clearly a good 1-6 team. This was never more…
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Cable competition ordinance before committee
RCN may have to face rivals in Montgomery By: Helen Pettigrew MONTGOMERY – The Township Committee is expected to introduce an ordinance next week that would bring competition to the current township cable provider, RCN Corp. According to Cablevision representative Elizabeth Murray, who gave a presentation at the committee meeting Thursday, Cablevision wants to build…
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TANGENTS: A ‘hairbrained’ way to vote
By:John Saccenti So you’re getting ready to vote. You’ve watched the debates, perused a few articles in newspapers and national magazines and even sniffed a few pieces of junk mail sent by one of many candidates. Ambitious voters may even have visited a Web site or two, just to get a better sense of…
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Baptist Church marks 255 yearsby honoring longtime members
‘Society being more mobile, you’re not necessarily going to see long-time church members.’ Ann Elaine Vallaster By: Michael Arges HIGHTSTOWN – Woody Allen is quoted saying that 90 per cent of success is showing up. As part of First Baptist Church’s 255th anniversary celebration Sunday, the congregation will honor members who have helped make…
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Pumpkins and ghouls at borough bash
Children enjoy Halloween celebration By: Nick D’Amore JAMESBURG – Cool autumn weather and a variety of attractions brought many residents out to be a part of the borough’s annual Halloween celebration. This year’s celebration featured pony rides from Stonaker Farms, train rides and musical entertainment for the kids. Tigger and Cookie Monster were also on…
