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  • Jeanne Muehleisen

       PLUMSTED — Jeanne C. Atkins Muehleisen, 66, died Feb. 26 at her home.    Born and raised in Trenton, she was a resident of New Egypt for 35 years.    She was a clerk for the State of New Jersey, a teller for the Bank of Mid-Jersey and she worked in the bakery department of the New…

  • Dog tale’s happy ending

       After a very harrowing few hours, I’m happy to say that my family is reunited thanks to the efforts of the South Brunswick community and its local officials.    Recently, my dogs escaped from the back yard when the gate was accidentally left open by visitors. Oodle, our standard poodle, was returned to us by the…

  • Casino trip set March 11

    For seniors and guests    The Hopewell Township Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a trip to Bally’s Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City on March 11. The group will depart from Independence Park at 8:30 a.m. and leave Atlantic City at 4 p.m. to return at 6 p.m. This trip for senior citizens and their…

  • School News

       The South Brunswick School District invites community members to nominate a teacher or educational services professional for recognition in the 2008 South Brunswick Teacher/Educational Services Professional Recognition Program. Letters of nomination must be received by Tuesday, March 11.    Nominations for teachers must explain how the teacher makes sure the students learn, makes learning fun, maintains…

  • Duke Farms envisions future in agri-tourism

    Duke Farms envisions future in agri-tourism

    Doris Dukes’ orchid greenhouses will be open to the public after being rennovated. Staff photo by Audrey Levine

  • MHS jayvee boys enjoyed good season on hardwood

    Team posted eight victories by Shawn Tyrrell, Sports Writer    While the Manville High varsity boys’ basketball team’s 2007-08 season was not what one would consider a successful one, the junior varsity squad enjoyed a very positive campaign.    The young Mustangs posted an 8-10 mark and gave fans something to look forward to in the upcoming…

  • Doctor, dentist to visit Howell

    DOWN ON THE FARM    When is a ¾- ton workhorse a chicken? When the doctor and dentist come … maybe.    Visitors and horses will find out on March 8 when the horse doctor and dentist make their rounds at Howell Living History Farm.    Besides seeing some of the tools, techniques and products that relate to…

  • Pearson’s Region 5 run ends

    WRESTLING By John E. Powers, Sports Writer    Lawrence High School’s junior 169-pounder Sean Pearson was the last Cardinal standing at last weekend’s Region 5 Tournament at Hunterdon Central.    Pearson, a District 17 champion, came into the region quarterfinals as a fourth seed, and head coach Chris Lynne was confident Pearson would be one of the…

  • Anna L. Cenni

       HAMILTON — Anna L. Cenni, 80, died Feb. 27 in Compassionate Care Hospice at St. Francis Medical Center.    Born and raised in New York City, N.Y., she moved to Hamilton in 1959.    In New York City, Ms. Cenni worked as a fashion design apprentice for a major designer, where she learned the skills necessary to…