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  • Carlos R. Ixcopal

       HAMILTON — Carlos R. Ixcopal, 28, died Sunday.    Born in Guatemala, he came to the United States when he was 12 years old and lived for a time in Hightstown. He was a 1999 graduate of Hightstown High School.    Mr. Ixcopal was working for Volkswagon of America in Cranbury at the time of his death.…

  • Bridie T. Buckley

    Son resides in Belle Mead    CLEARWATER, Fla. — Bridie T. Buckley, formerly Bridie T. Gallagher, died Wednesday at Largo Medical Center. She was 88.    Born in County Cavan, Ireland, she moved to the United States in 1942.     The daughter of the late George Smyth and Ann Daly, She was predeceased by her husband Edward…

  • EDITORIAL: Cameras will make for safer intersections

       A dozen New Jersey towns are about to enter a brave new world of traffic enforcement.    We don’t yet know the identity of the 12 Garden State communities chosen by the state Department of Transportation to enter this world. But we do know that they’ll be using cameras at selected intersections to nab motorists who…

  • Slumlord business thriving in Lambertville

    Ron Wootters of Lambertville     What is the fastest growing industry in Lambertville?    If you said the slumlord business, you are on top of what is going on in town.    If you are not sure, here is a partial definition: “Slumlord: somebody who owns housing and overcharges for rent and does not maintain or repair…

  • Movie Times: Sept. 19-25

    Movies and times are valid from Sept. 19-25. 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): My Best Friend’s Girl (R) Fri., Mon.-Thurs. 2:25, 4:55, 7:20, 9:50; Sat.-Sun. 11:50, 2:25, 4:55, 7:20, 9:50. Ghost Town (PG13) Fri., Mon.-Thurs. 2:35, 5:05,…

  • Jacqueline D. Urbish

       BERKELEY TOWNSHIP — Jacqueline D. Urbish, 74, of the Holiday City West section of the township, died Monday at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, Hamilton.    Born in Llondovery, South Wales, United Kingdom, she came to the United States in 1953 to marry her husband, Frederick, and they lived in Perth Amboy, N.J., before moving to…

  • Firefighters extinguish tractor-trailer fire

    by John Saccenti, News Editor    Several tractor-trailers in the parking lot of a warehouse on Stults Road caught fire Sunday, said township officials.    At approximately 1 p.m., the Monmouth Junction Fire Department responded to a report of a tractor-trailer fire in the lot of 60 Stults Road.    Upon their arrival, firefighters discovered two tractors engulfed…

  • I heard it through the grapevine:

    I heard it through the grapevine:

    Laurita Winery to open doors this weekend in Plumsted after decade of preparation By John Dunphy, Managing Editor    PLUMSTED — After a decade of preparation, wine enthusiasts will finally get the chance to taste the fruits of Laurita Winery’s labors.    Starting at noon Saturday, Laurita Winery, 35 Archertown Road, will open its doors to the…

  • Community Day, parade planned for Saturday

       BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP — The annual Community Day will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, in and around the Senior Community Center on Municipal Drive.    A parade will be held in honor of the Little League All-Star State Champions beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the city. The parade route has been…