Category: archives
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HILLSBOROUGH: Township briefs
By Audrey Levine, Staff Writer Zoning for squad, fire buildings introduced The Township Committee unanimously approved the introduction of an ordinance to amend the township’s code to permit the building of fire companies and rescue squads in the township’s residential/agricultural zones, rural/suburban, all residential (R, R1 and R2), central residential, affordable housing and planned development…
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City resident supports Cheesman for commission
Margaret P Griffin of Bordentown City To the editor: I will vote for Heather Cheesman in the upcoming election for Bordentown City Commissioner. Heather is the product of a multi-generational Bordentown family, and a graduate of the Bordentown School system. She holds a masters in special education and has taught in Bordentown City as well…
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LAMBERTVILLE: Lower fire tax approved by city voters for 2009
The budget will reduce the fire tax for the average homeowner by $36 By Linda Seida, Staff Writer LAMBERTVILLE — Voters have approved the Board of Fire Commissioners’ 2009 budget, elected two new commissioners and returned an incumbent commissioner to office. Voters approved the $633,825 budget 77-41. The budget will reduce the fire tax for…
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No bail for bank robbery suspects in Monmouth jail
Trio charged with armed bank robbery, conspiracy to commit bank robbery and brandishing a firearm during the commission of a violent crime By Linda Seida, Staff Writer Denied bail last week, a man who was arrested as one of a trio of suspected bank robbers declined an opportunity to request bail again this week and…
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Movie Times: Feb. 27-March 5
Movies and times are valid from Feb. 27-March 5. Because of the possibility of last-minute schedule changes, it is wise to call the theater before leaving home. EAST BRUNSWICK MEGA MOVIES (732-651-6342): The Watchmen (R) Thurs. 11:59 p.m. The Wrestler (R) Fri., Mon.-Thurs. 2:10, 4:45, 7:20, 10; Sat.-Sun. 11:40, 2:10, 4:45, 7:20, 10. Milk (R)…
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ALLENTOWN: Sewer, water funding top Allentown wish list
by Matt Chiappardi, Special Writer ALLENTOWN — If borough officials get their wish, nearly $5 million of the $787 billion federal stimulus bill signed into law by President Barack Obama earlier this month will be making its way to Allentown. More than half of that amount would head to sewer and water improvements, and close…
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LAWRENCE: St. Ann School goes green
Together with parochial schools across the nation, Saint Ann School recently commemorated the 36th annual Catholic Schools Week. The Lawrenceville school exemplifies this year’s theme, “Catholic Schools Celebrate Service,” due in large part to its ongoing dedication to going green. Following the lead of the United Nations and countries around the world, Saint…
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Millstone Township Performing Arts Center presents!
CIRCO COMEDIA – starring the duo of Jean Saucier and Patrick Cote By Barbara Schulze The Millstone Township Performing Arts Center (MPAC) is excited to welcome CIRCO COMEDIA, starring the duo of Jean Saucier and Patrick Cote, all the way from Canada, to perform on March 29th, 2009 at 2:00 pm. Following in the tradition of…
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ALLENTOWN: Higher taxes, activity fees explored in UFRSD
by Judy Bocklage, Special Writer ALLENTOWN — Homeowners in Upper Freehold and Allentown could soon see their school taxes rise by hundreds of dollars a year. And parents of students in the Upper Freehold Regional School District could start paying fees for their children’s extracurricular activities. That’s the picture as district officials, well aware of…
