Category: archives
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DWI arrests on the rise
by Davy James, Staff Writer Three drunken driving accidents over the weekend are part of what police are calling an “alarming rise” in alcohol-related motor vehicle incidents since the beginning of January. Police said that nine drivers have been arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated, eight following accidents, during the first three weeks of…
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Manville wrestlers win with strategy
Gorbatuk’s homework pays off by Rudy Brandl, Sports Editor Although he’s just in his first season as a head coach, Pat Gorbatuk understands the importance of giving his young Manville High wrestling team the best chance to win against an equal opponent. It takes many wrestling coaches a few years to master the craft of…
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John Kropewnicki
MANVILLE — John A. Kropewnicki, 96, died Sunday at his home. He was born on May 16, 1911, in Chelsea, Mass., and lived in Elizabeth, Flemington and Manville. Mr. Kropewnicki retired in 1965 as lieutenant in the Manville Police Department after 25 years of service, and was a member of their PBA. Before his police…
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Robbinsville ice hockey clinches spot in states
By Sean Moylan, Sports Writer The Robbinsville High varsity ice hockey’s team’s 8-1 victory over Hamilton West this past Monday at Mercer County Park instantly became the most significant win in the club’s short two-year history. Not only did the Ravens collect their first Mercer County Tournament triumph ever, they also qualified for the NJSIAA…
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A big thanks to YMCA
I would like to take this time to highlight the wonderful experience I had with the South Brunswick Family YMCA and its terrific staff and especially to recognize the help of Executive Director Tom Libassi. Mr. Libassi helped the members of Girl Scout Troop 81301 earn their Water Fun and Leadership badges by providing access…
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Irene M. Esposito
BORDENTOWN CITY Irene M. Michaloski Esposito, 92, died Friday at the Compassionate Care Hospice, Trenton. Born in Trenton, Ms. Esposito was a lifelong Trenton and Lawrence Township resident before recently moving to Bordentown City. She retired in 1981 after eight years employed with the New Jersey Education Association at its Trenton offices. Previously, she…
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Police blotter
Police reported finding the front door of Outer Limits Motorcycles on South Main Street smashed at 1:11 p.m. Jan. 15. Police believe a BB or pellet gun caused the damage, which is estimated at $500. At 9:45 a.m. Jan. 15, Kellen Gall, 40, of South Main Street, was charged with an open container violation after…
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Schools’ Web site not complete
Mark Bradley, Bleecher Street Dear Manville Board of Education members: I was happy to see the progress of facility upgrades on the main page of the district Web site. I was also extremely disappointed that the administration did not see fit to inform the viewers of this site that this project was funded by grants…
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United Way touts Alzheimer’s Association
RoseAnn Slawson, Board member, United Way of Monmouth County To the editor: I would like to go back a few months and spotlight the works of the Alzheimer’s Association, whose recognition month is November. Their formal mission statement is “to enhance care and support for individuals, their families and caregivers, and to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease…
