Category: archives
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EDITORIAL: Legislature passing buck on NJ debt?
The New Jersey Legislature is giving serious consideration to putting a constitutional amendment on the ballot in November that would prohibit it from borrowing money without voter approval. At first blush, this amendment might seem to be unnecessary since the state constitution already contains a provision requiring that any proposal that would add to…
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Band hits big time at Warped Tour
by Davy James, Staff Writer The road to stardom for many rock bands is littered with broken dreams and failed attempts to get recognition. But for some South Brunswick High School graduates, their dreams of music success have taken on the feel of a Cinderella story. The rock band, Lux Astra, won first place at…
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Candidate thanks supporters
Ron Shapella,West Amwell deputy mayor I would like to thank Democrats and Republicans who cast their votes for my re-election during the June 3 primary. I am grateful for Democrats who in large numbers expressed their support for my candidacy and for our county committee members. It is unusual for a candidate of one party…
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Youth program welcomes teens for summer fun
By Stephanie Prokop, Staff Writer BORDENTOWN CITY—While the organizers of the Bordentown Youth Summer Program are counting down until the July 7 start date, they are still seeking community support to put the finishing touches on the program. The program is designed specifically with teens in mind. Last summer 56 teens registered, and this year,…
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Wesley Bodine Sr.
STOCKTON – Wesley B. Bodine Sr., 75, of Stockton, died on Wednesday, June 4, in the Hunterdon Medical Center, Raritan Township. Born in Trenton, Oc.5, 1932, he was the son of the late Frank and Elizabeth Prall Bodine. He was a lifelong farmer in Delaware Township, who loved his farm and his…
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Post 401 shows no weaknesses so far
By Rich Fisher, Sports Editor It’s early, but it’s encouraging. After an opening-day loss, the South Brunswick Post 401 Senior Legion baseball team won its next five with a lethal combination of strong hitting, good pitching and consistent defense. ”The first time around our pitching was not as good as I thought we’d be,” manager…
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POLICE BEAT: Plumsted
Douglas Betterley, 58, of Whiting, was airlifted to Capital Health System, Fuld campus, in Trenton on Friday after his motorcycle collided with a car driven by Marc Zahirnyl, 37, of Newtown, Pa., police said. Police said Mr. Zahirnyl was traveling north on Route 539 at 8:20 p.m. in front of Mr. Betterley’s motorcycle, and that…
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Time to focus on important challenges
Robert Frascella, Upper Freehold To the editor: I would like to thank the voters of Upper Freehold for the confidence they have placed in me. Thanks to my campaign team for a job well done. We achieved victory in all four districts. This is a crucial time for Upper Freehold Township, and I am…
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Appreciation for great teaching
We would like to take this opportunity to thank Jessie Parker, as our daughter was one of the lucky students to have had her as her kindergarten teacher. Ms. Parker is a warm, loving person who made each child feel welcome in her classroom. Although our daughter is an adult and has finished her academic…
