Category: Bordentown Register News
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Voters asked to weigh in on legalized marijuana, tax credit for veterans, changing legislative redistricting schedule
While voters are focused on the presidential election and their own local elections, they will also be asked to weigh in on public questions on the Nov. 3 general election ballot that would amend the New Jersey Constitution on a number of issues – chief among them, legalizing marijuana. The ballot asks voters to approve…
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‘Joker’ turns from comedy to horror, writing latest thriller from his Princeton home
Subhead: James S. “Murr” Murray of “Impractical Jokers” fame releases newest book, “Don’t Move” It may not be impossible to spot one of your favorite Tenderloins in the greater Princeton area. James S. “Murr” Murray, one of the stars of “Impractical Jokers” and “The Misery Index” on truTV, moved to Princeton last fall with his…
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Boheme Opera NJ offers podcast series
Boheme Opera NJ received an Emergency Federal CARES Act Award through the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, as well as a grant award from Roma Bank Community Foundation. Boheme Opera NJ (BONJ) has been busy with its virtual programming, much of which highlights productions, singers and professionals from a 31-year history, according to…
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COVID’s impact: The ‘burbs’ are back, retail is changing
By Michele S. Byers Not long ago, experts who track New Jersey’s land use and development trends were putting the nail in the coffin of suburban sprawl. As recently as this past winter, indicators showed that millennials – the generation that is taking over the workforce, and marrying and having children – did not want…
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Free virtual seminar for first-time homebuyers set for Oct. 20
Chiquita Pittman, a top producing agent for RE/MAX Platinum, is partnering with the Puerto Rican Action Board (PRAB) to host a free virtual seminar for first-time homebuyers. The event takes place at 5 p.m. Oct. 20. Pittman will review essential tips for anyone looking to make the jump from renting to home ownership during the…
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Burlington County Health Department resumes HIV/STD testing
The Burlington County Department of Health is resuming its confidential screening, testing and education services for HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. These services are provided free of charge to county residents. Burlington County Health Director Dr. Herb Conaway said that the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has garnered huge amounts of attention, but that the spread…
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New Jersey American Water verifies systems are compliant with lead, copper testing guidelines
New Jersey American Water has completed its required lead and copper sampling for 2020 and all systems tested meet state water quality regulations. The company tested 13 water systems that are required to be tested between June and September, and all results show compliance with safe drinking water guidelines for lead and copper, the company announced…
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Common calendar, Packet papers, Oct. 16
Editor’s Note: Please call before attending any event. As of press time, certain restrictions were still in place due to the coronavirus outbreak. Mondays & Thursdays Cranbury residents age 55 and older can exercise via Zoom. Classes meet on both Mondays and Thursdays from 10-11 a.m. with instructors Helen and Robin. Zoom opens…
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More than 600 people tested during first week of Burlington County’s expanded COVID-19 testing program
The Burlington County Health Department is already seeing increases in the number of people being tested for COVID-19 following the recent expansion of its testing program. More than 600 people were tested last week through the county’s home testing option or at the county’s new in-person test site at Rowan College at Burlington County in…
