Category: lifestyle/the_princeton_packet
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Capital events begin in Princeton
Martha Leigh Wolf of Morven Museum & Garden Thanks to the support of the 1783 Committee, 1783 Honorary Chair, Nina Mitchell Wells, Secretary of State, and Governor Jon S. Corzine, the Opening Event of Princeton 1783: The Nation’s Capital held at Drumthwacket and Morven Museum & Garden on May 27, 2008 was met with…
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Opposing council raises in W. Windsor
Richard Eland and fellow WW residents After leaving the May 19 West Windsor Township Council meeting, we could not help but recall the old Twilight Zone series with Rod Serling. Essentially, a Township Council member complains about delays in receiving reimbursement from his expense report, including, apparently, a lunch where he invited the current…
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Did ‘illegal alien’ cause Salmonella outbreak?
Margaret W. Adelsberger of Willow Grove, PA Regarding the recent salmonella outbreak at Princeton University, nobody is mentioning the unmentionable. Could it be that the people who handled the food which was contaminated with salmonella are unscreened illegal aliens? It is impossible to find out just who the ill food service worker is and…
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Improvements needed on Bear Brook Road
Ken Carlson of West Windsor Bicycle and Pedestrian Alliance To the editor: This letter is in response to an article that appeared in the May 20 Packet, entitled “Intersections, ‘S’ curve among road projects in West Windsor.” As president of the West Windsor Bicycle and Pedestrian Alliance (WWBPA), I am thrilled to see West…
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Dog owners must stay alert for thieves
Nina Austenberg of Domestic Companion Animal Council To the editor: Members of the Domestic Companion Animal Council have seen an alarming rise in dog thefts in recent months and warn pet owners to be vigilant. In the first three months of 2008, the American Kennel Club has tracked more than 30 thefts from news…
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FINE ART AND ANTIQUES: Marine Corps celebrates new museum
The National Museum of the Marine Corps will quickly become the standard by which other major military and history museums are measured. By Dr. Lori Special to The Packet On Memorial Day, especially, the thoughts and prayers of Americans are with the members of the armed services stationed around the globe. These brave and…
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Plant sale supporters deserve thanks
Eleanor Pinelli of Princeton/Pettoranello Sister City Foundation To the editor: On behalf of the Princeton/Pettoranello Sister City Foundation, I would like to thank everyone who supported our plant sale on Saturday, May 10. Thanks to the Board of Trustees and gardeners for their generous time and to area residents who came to Pettoranello Gardens…
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GO NATURAL: It’s time to spring into greens!
Spring-cleaning our bodies, by choosing only the fresh est, live plant foods, is a sure bet for a healthier, more energetic you. By Rochelle Blank A Natural Choice “To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art.” Francois de La Rochefoucald (1613-1680) Finally, the loveliest season of them all — and…
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EMS members earn our gratitude
Major Donald E. Berry, N.J. State Commander To the editor: On behalf of The Salvation Army, New Jersey Division, I would like to extend our gratitude and appreciation to all Emergency Medical Services members in honor of EMS Week which began May 19. The Salvation Army has a long-standing relationship with First Responders everywhere.…
