Category: archives
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School Daze
"Kindergarten Recess," Randall Hagadorn’s photograph of children in Belmont Runyan Elementary School in Newark.
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Author places fourth in contest
By Linda Seida, Staff Writer WEST AMWELL — A West Amwell author’s manuscript has placed fourth out of 150 entries in a national children’s book competition. Lois Castellano, of Frontage Road, was the only New Jersey author among 10 finalists in the fourth annual ABC’s Children’s Picture Book Competition. Her 1,000-word entry, “Zebra Berries for…
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Helene Marilyn Cody
Helene Marilyn Cody, 16, of Cranbury, died on her 16th birthday from a brain aneurysm and surrounded by her loving family. She was a lifelong Cranbury resident and Princeton High School sophomore. Helene was an active member of the Youth Group of the First Presbyterian Church of Cranbury. She was a runner on cross country…
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Resident endorses Republican candidates
Anna Muschal, Bordentown To the editor: Local government is in your face government – of the people – for the people and by the people. If you have a difference of opinion you have the right and duty to express it. Heaven knows I have. This year we have the opportunity to elect three…
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Police: Man no danger to children
By Linda Seida, Staff Writer SOLEBURY — Police say the elderly man suspected of attempting to lure a child with the offer of a dog is not a danger to anyone but himself. The 81-year-old man, who police would not identify, likely is suffering from dementia. The man lives alone and is “a bit of…
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Movie Times: Oct. 31-Nov. 6
Movies and times are valid from Oct. 31-Nov. 6. 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): Haunting of Molly Hartley (PG13) Fri. 12:50, 3:05, 5:20, 7:35, 9:50, 11:45; Sat.-Thurs. 12:50, 3:05, 5:20, 7:35, 9:50. The Changeling (R) Fri.-Thurs. 12:40,…
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Remember vets on Veterans Day
Richard Zalinkanskas, state Legion commander In the fast-paced world in which we live, it becomes all too easy for many of us to take our American way of life for granted. Folks just don’t stop to think about the sacrifice it takes to maintain our democracy. We’re free to worship where we choose, and…
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Police Blotter-Oct. 30, 2008
Lambertville Oct. 20 at 3:15 p.m., Elizabeth A. Wendte, 19, of Warminster, Pa., turned herself in on a motor vehicle warrant out of Barnegat Township. Ms. Wendte posted $156 bail and was released. Oct. 21 at 7:40 p.m., Thomas J. Suhay, 43, of Frenchtown was stopped on Route 29 for having a headlight out. Two…
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Lawrence Intermediate School wins ‘Promising Practices’ award
By Lea Kahn, Staff Writer Lawrence Intermediate School has been awarded a “Promising Practices” award from the Washington, D.C.-based Character Education Partnership for its annual “Character Kick-Off” program. LIS gifted and talented program teacher Jessica Heller and physical education teacher Cindy Westhead traveled to Washington D.C. this past weekend to pick up the award at…
