Category: archives
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MANVILLE: Scout leader Jim Kelly steps aside
His assistant, Mike Trond, will succeed him By Mary Ellen Day, Special Writer The reins have changed and there is a new leader for Boy Scout Troop 193. Longtime Scoutmaster Jim Kelly has retired, and named Assistant Scoutmaster Mike Trond to succeed him. "It’s time. The troop needs to grow and evolve," said Mr. Kelly.…
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HILLSBOROUGH: Zackeru family thanks community for its support
To the editor: My husband, Gary Zackeru, passed away on June 21 after a 13-month courageous battle with ALS. During this time, our friends and family also became the most courageous people I know. Endless amounts of time, as well as effortless heroism were bestowed upon me and my children. . . all to make…
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Historical Society seeks homes for house tour
The Lambertville Historical Society’s Autumn House Tour is an event anticipated and enjoyed by nearly a 1,000 attendees. If you would like to recommend a house for the 2014 Tour (including your own), leave a message at 609-397-0770 or [email protected]. If you prefer, you can mail a suggestion to: LHS, P.O. Box 2, Lambertville, 08530.…
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STATE WE’RE IN: Biologist subject for filmmaker
By Michele Byers Tyler Christensen failed high school biology. He was too busy outside studying the natural world to pay attention to the classroom. His love of the outdoors, and birds in particular, led the 21-year-old Hopewell Township resident to become a self-taught field researcher, studying neo-tropical migratory birds in Costa Rica. Now Mr. Christensen…
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Rago’s Jewelry/Couture/Objets de Vertu Auction: Sunday, December 7, 2014
Rago Arts and Auction Center Rago’s Jewelry/Couture/Objets de Vertu Auction: Sunday, December 7, 2014 Rago’s principal jewelry sale of the year showcases fine and period jewelry, luxury goods, precious gemstones, diamond jewelry, couture bijoux, timepieces, objets de vertu, designer accessories and an extensive collection of Georgian and Victorian jewelry. Highlights to date is a Van…
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MANVILLE: Plaintiffs had ties to Johns-Manville plant
The families who won judgments in asbestos-related cases all worked or were relatives of people who worked at the Johns-Manville plant, according to the plaintiff’s attorney, Leah Kagan. The 11 families, who would receive varying amounts, said Ms. Kagan, are related to these people: Peter Danysh (October 1947–Feb. 1, 2011): Worked at the Johns-Manville plant…
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BORDENTOWN: Annual fishing derby launches celebrations
By Amy Batista, Special Writer Families and friends started the Fourth of July holiday weekend with some fishing despite stormy skies during the annual Fish Derby on Friday morning. The fishing derby was held at Northern Community Park. Registration began at 9 a.m. followed by the fish derby from 10 a.m. to noon. ”It…
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HILLSBOROUGH: Hunting program to enter 10th year
Township allows hunting on land it owns By Gene Robbins, Managing Editor Hunting on township-owned land will continue for its 10th year, starting in the fall and running to February, after yet another season of no complaints and no safety problems. The Township Committee passed a resolution adopting a wildlife management plan for the 2014-15…
