Category: archives
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Springfield sees an increase in fatal accidents
By Anthony V. Coppola, Staff Writer Fatal accidents in Springfield increased more than in other area municipalities while deadly crashes in Mansfield dropped substantially, according to the 2006 New Jersey State Police fatal motor vehicle crash report. Three fatal accidents occurred in Springfield in 2006 after just one in 2005, according to the statistics, which…
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The meaning of teamwork
Why is it that so many of us love to watch those football games? What’s the true meaning of “playoff Sunday”? This past Sunday I gained some insight into those questions. It all started when shopping for that wonderful appetizer called pigs in a blanket. Last Sunday, I braved the frigid cold in search of…
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Resident researcher uncovers issues concerning cell tower debate
NoemÃ- de la Puente, Carter Road Lawrence Township and Cellco (Verizon) are considering placing a cell phone tower on Carter Road, in a residential area, in the proximity of the Bristol Myers Squibb childcare facility. It will close a dreaded gap in cell service on Route 206, which seems to be "vitally" important. Apparently, according…
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New mayor discusses his endorsement of Obama
Made announcement last week in letter to editor By Lea Kahn, Staff Writer In an apparent break with tradition in Lawrence, the township’s mayor has made a presidential primary endorsement. Last week, Mayor Mark Holmes, who was selected for the ceremonial one-year position on Jan. 1, endorsed Barack Obama, the Illinois senator, for president in…
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School News
The South Brunswick Commission on Women is currently accepting applications for scholarships to be awarded at the Women’s Leadership Conference Saturday, Feb. 23 at South Brunswick High School, Ridge Road. All graduating female seniors who reside in South Brunswick are eligible to apply. Applications are now available at the high school’s SPS office, the public…
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Residents voice opposition to Carter Road cell tower proposal
Federal law requires township to address gap in service By Lea Kahn, Staff Writer As Lawrence Township officials inched closer to providing for two cell phone towers on township-owned land on Carter Road, neighbors objecting the plan also ratcheted up their opposition to it last week. More than 40 residents, many of whom live within…
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Can you vote in the Feb. 5 presidential primary?
PRIMARY ELECTION TIPS Hopewell Valley League of Women Voters Can you vote in the Feb. 5 presidential primary? The League of Women Voters of Hopewell Valley provides the following answers. If you’re a registered voter who is not affiliated with any political party (either because you never declared a party affiliation, or you officially changed…
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Library News
The South Brunswick Public Library is located at 110 Kingston Lane, Monmouth Junction. Contact information for the following announcements, unless otherwise noted, is 732-329-4000, 7286. Adult Book Discussion Group: Open to the public. Meets 7:30 p.m. on the first Monday of every month, except for holidays. Request books at the information desk and allow a…
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Standing tall, doing it all
Teicher a versatile performer on and off the court By David Gurney, Sports Writer Enter 6-foot-5-inch senior forward Jordan Teicher. Second-leading scorer on the team, one of the top rebounders and lethal behind-the-arc. He’s also an editor for the school newspaper, The Viking Vibe, a member of The Dead President’s Society at South Brunswick High…
