Category: archives

  • Rabies alert in effect

    By: centraljersey.com A raccoon found recently in Lawrence Township has tested positive for rabies. Because of this increased occurrence of rabies the Lawrence Health Department is issuing this rabies alert. Rabies is a fatal disease caused by a virus, which can infect all warm-blooded animals, including humans. Rabies is most frequently spread through a bite…

  • Part-timer is doing finance jobs for city

    By: Linda Seida – Staff Writer LAMBERTVILLE – The city’s part-time finance director and chief financial officer have resigned, and to replace them, the City Council has hired another part-timer. The city hired Diane Buono, of Watchung, to take over following the resignations of Director of Finance Karen Baldino, of West Amwell, and Chief Financial…

  • Police speak out against layoffs in budget plan

    By: Geoffrey Wertime – Staff Writer MANSFIELD – A crowd of nearly 50 came out last week to object to a portion of the municipal budget the Township Committee adopted that night. Despite opposition by the Policemen’s Benevolent Association, whose members showed up in force, the committee voted 4-0 to approve both the budget and…

  • Michel, Hun boys boat are second

    Helps Raiders to row nationals By: Justin Feil – The Packet Group Cranbury resident Robbie Michel and his senior classmates from the Hun School boys crew team will be graduating today, but the year isn’t over yet. The Raiders will be meeting all next week to row in the USRowing Youth National Championships in Cincinnati,…

  • Track repairs planned for end of August

    By: Maria Prato – Staff Writer JAMESBURG – One of the borough’s busiest intersections will shut down for a few days at the end of summer while construction crews rehabilitate the railroad tracks that cross the roads. The Conrail-owned tracks at the five-way intersection of Gatzmer, East Railroad and Lincoln avenues are considered a safety…

  • Summer concerts planned by W. Windsor Arts Council

    By: John Saccenti – Staff Writer WEST WINDSOR – The West Windsor Arts Council wants to add some rhythm and beat to your summer. That’s why the group has a series of outdoor concerts slated for Nassau Park on Route 1 that explore a variety of musical styles and beats. "This year we’re focusing on…

  • A day to remember veterans

    By: centraljersey.com The New Jersey Civil War History Association will hold its annual ceremony to honor those who fought and died in the Civil War, on Memorial Day at 11:30 a.m. in the cemetery of the First Presbyterian Church of Cranbury (behind the church). There will be individuals reenacting as the 14th NJ Regiment, Co.…

  • Library happenings

    By: centraljersey.com May display: Mrs. Minsavage’s Art Classes at Christ the King School are displaying a collection of art ventures which the students from kindergarten to the eighth grade have created. The public is cordially invited to see this splendid display. Displays needed: Do you have a hobby or collection that you would like to…

  • District seeks input on next schools chief

    By: centraljersey.com The Hillsborough Board of Education is seeking input from residents to be used as the board conducts the search to replace Superintendent of Schools Edward Forsthoffer III. Dr. Forsthoffer resigned last week after being hired as superintendent for the East Windsor Regional School District. Residents are invited to complete an online survey regarding…