Category: archives

  • HIGHTSTOWN: Timeline of a murder in Herald headlines

       Three years passed between the time Amy Giordano went missing and Rosario DiGirolamo admitted he killed her.    Here’s a look back at the headlines that appeared in the Herald — dated by print and online publishing dates — as we chronicled the grisly murder case:    June 21, 2007 — Police seek Millstone man in baby…

  • No fans of Kirson

    By: centraljersey.com We couldn’t believe our eyes when we saw the statement from our newly elected mayor. He wants to consolidate the school district!?!? We were under the impression that we had regionalized the district about 40 years ago. We guess we had the wrong information! It is wonderful that the people have elected a…

  • LAMBERTVILLE: Mayor looks at the good and bad

    Annual state-of-the-city address By Linda Seida, Staff Writer    LAMBERTVILLE — The city held its annual reorganization Jan. 1, when the council president was re-elected, new council members were sworn in and the mayor addressed the economic difficulties that are “the new norm.”    Mayor David Del Vecchio presented his annual state-of-the-city address. He touched on many…

  • Take a wide view of Witherspoon Street sites

    By: centraljersey.com What town changes should we be watching for in 2011? As your article "Crystal Ball" (Dec. 31) correctly points out, "the redevelopment of Witherspoon Street will be in the spotlight this year." There are actually four major endeavors that should be the "talk of the town" on that one street: The redevelopment of…

  • Lightning swims to win in opener

    By: centraljersey.com The Lawrence Lightning swim team recently opened its season with its first dual meet, and came away with a victory over the Princeton Pirates at Lawrence High School. In the boys and girls individual medley, Angelina Franceschini (1:41.00.) led the girls 10/under age group followed by Rebecca McCormack and Maria Tkacz. Alexander Sukach…

  • Mary Ellen Zangara

    By: centraljersey.com Sometimes good things can grow out of a tragedy. For the Knape family, they have learned to share what grew from a devastating family experience. Now, Cliff and Lori Knape host a holiday open house for two days each year, sharing with friends and family what they have done since they experienced their…

  • Treasure hunting in our treasured places

    By: centraljersey.com Technology is often accused of turning people into couch potatoes. There’s no question far too many folks spend far too much time in front of computers, TVs and video games and not enough time outdoors getting fresh air and exercise. But one technology that’s become a must-have for many motorists also is getting…

  • SOUTH BRUNSWICK – Gallery exhibit showcases local talent

    SOUTH BRUNSWICK – Gallery exhibit showcases local talent

    By Mary Brienza, Staff Writer    Three township residents are participating in an art show at the Municipal Building that opened yesterday.    The “See All the People” Exhibit opened at the South Brunswick Gallery on Jan. 5, and will run through the end of March, according to a press release from the South Brunswick Arts Commission…

  • ROBBINSVILLE: Raven boys win first tourney title

    ROBBINSVILLE: Raven boys win first tourney title

    Robbinsville High’s Joe Carruba gets off a shot during the Ravens’ 51-39 win over Morrisville in the Raven Holiday Tournament final last week. Photo by Dennis Symons/dennissymons.com