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  • Peggy Harris of Rocky Hill named outstanding woman

    By: Jake Uitti    ROCKY HILL — The Somerset County Commission on the Status of Women has selected borough resident Peggy Harris as one of the recipients of its 2007 Outstanding Women in Somerset County Award.    Ms. Harris served on the Borough Council for 19 years and has also recently written a children’s book, titled "My…

  • University security force adds a new tactic

    Going to school to learn Krav Maga defense technique By: Courtney Gross    Two men dressed in black from head to toe circle each other, skillfully maneuvering around the wrestling mats of Princeton University’s Jadwin Gymnasium on Monday.    One lunges. The other blocks, successfully keeping at bay a supposed attacker.    "You got to think about what…

  • Where will the seniors live?

    Plans for senior housing in Princeton Ridge area lag, but a new proposal is in the wings By: Courtney Gross    More than five years after the designation of senior housing overlay zones in Princeton Township, not a single foundation has been laid nor has one piece of siding been mounted.    And some are calling for…

  • Letters to the Editor, Jan. 30

    LETTERS TO THE EDITOR, Jan. 30 Alliance offers thanks, plans for new year To the editor:     On behalf of the board of trustees of the West Windsor Bicycle and Pedestrian Alliance, we would like to thank our membership for their support and encouragement in our first year.    We would also like to thank the…

  • Princeton Public Library seeks teen art for exhibit

    By: Courtney Gross    The Princeton Public Library is accepting submissions of original works by teenagers for its YouthWorks Festival and Exhibit slated for late March.    Submissions from students in grades six through 12, including works done independently or during school assignments, will be accepted in the Youth Services Department on the third floor until March…

  • With new member, Rocky Hill council back to full strength

    James Banks unanimous choice at special Monday meeting By: Jake Uitti    ROCKY HILL — James Banks was unanimously appointed by the Borough Council to fill a vacant council seat during a special meeting Monday.    Mr. Banks, a 14-year resident of the borough, said he was happy about the appointment and that he would bring an…

  • Deadlines past, convention best hope for reform

    PACKET EDITORIAL, Jan. 30    One of these days — and we hope it’s sooner, rather than later — Gov. Jon Corzine is going to have to accept the fact that the New Jersey Legislature is simply not up to the job of tax reform.    Day after day, week after week, the state’s lawmakers offer up…

  • Mercer County wildlife center seeks volunteers

       HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP — The Mercer County Wildlife Center, which rehabilitates wild birds and animals for release back into the wild, is seeking community volunteers to provide support services.    The Wildlife Center has scheduled its 2007 volunteer orientation and training days for 10 a.m. to noon March 3 and 11.    To work directly with the animals,…

  • Leddys making splash for Cougars

    MHS newcomers help at Somerset meet By: Justin Feil    In their first year of swimming for Montgomery High School, Meghan and Mike Leddy have made a much-anticipated impact.    Meghan won the 200 individual medley and the 100 backstroke at the Somerset County Championships to help the Cougar girls finish third behind winner Mount St. Mary…