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By Jennifer Kohlhepp, Managing Editor EAST WINDSOR — Maxine Shore uses color and light to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary. She paints to hold onto the memory of a special place in a particular time. “Painting a familiar scene resonates with me as it brings to mind wonderful memories,” Ms. Shore said. “But I…

By Amy Batista, Special Writer EAST WINDSOR — Despite some stormy weather, community members united to celebrate Independence Day in style. East Windsor’s annual Fourth of July event included live bands, family entertainment, a variety of vendors and concluded with a fireworks display at Etra Lake Park on July 2. The East Windsor Township Recreation…

By Amy Batista, Special Writer HIGHTSTOWN — Despite a rainy start to the morning, the sun shined on students of all ages rocking downtown Hightstown Sunday afternoon. “The Summer Jam Showcase was started to give my students the opportunity to play music with a full electric band in a live environment,” Bob Gilmartin, who is…

By Amy Batista HIGHTSTOWN — The police department has been short-staffed and utilizing overtime. In an attempt to fill the void, the borough hired a new police officer on June 15. “I had a conversation with Lt. (Frank) Gendron who advised me as of late last week two officers that are currently on the road…

By Amy Batista, Special Writer HIGHTSTOWN — The Borough Council unanimously adopted a $6.8 million budget, which calls for an increase in the municipal tax rate. Although the amount to be raised by taxation is the same as last year at $4.5 million, the tax rate will be $1.16 per $100 of assessed value. That…

East Windsor   Deonte D. Harper, 20, of East Windsor, was arrested and charged with attempted burglary, burglary to a vehicle, theft and obstructing justice and a 15-year-old male juvenile, of East Windsor, was charged with criminal attempt and theft at 3:09 a.m. on June 22 after police responded to the area of Rembrandt…

By Amy Batista, Special Writer HIGHTSTOWN — New regulations have been set for abandoned and vacant properties. The Borough Council unanimously voted to adopt an ordinance on June 15 that defines standards for registering and maintaining such properties. “It took us a while to get to this point,” resident Eugene Sarafin said. “Congratulations. Thank you…

By Amy Batista, Special Writer EAST WINDSOR — Community members put on their dancing shoes to help raise money and awareness for families affected by autism. The Hightstown Elks Lodge 1955 hosted the third annual East Windsor Autism Awareness Dance-A-Thon and Raffle last Saturday to benefit Talking About Curing Autism (TACA). “It was a fantastic…

By Jennifer Kohlhepp, Managing Editor EAST WINDSOR — A local teenager wanted to give senior citizens living at Wheaton Pointe a better mealtime experience — both nutritionally and emotionally. Kaylee Cesard, 16, of East Windsor, started a project at the affordable housing community that provides dinner and companionship to the seniors once a month. “Different…