Category: Sentinel-EBS Opinion
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Vet humbled, ashamed about WWII article
I was simultaneously humbled and embarrassed after reading Bryan Sabella’s article about local World War II veterans ("Sixty years later" The Sentinel, June 4). I was humbled by the description of quiet, dutiful service World War II veterans performed. I was embarrassed by the tell-all, open nature of our society today. Mr. Sabella explained in…
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The Best of the Class of ’04
The Best of the Class of ’04 As the school year drew to a close over the past two weeks, area high schools said goodbye to their seniors. In turn, each of our graduating students have bid farewell to what has become their home away from home. For most of these students, the senior year…
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Water tower, smokestack are ‘symbol of Milltown’
I am all in favor of the redevelopment of the Ford Avenue property — it has been an eyesore for much too long. My first thoughts were any improvements made would be beneficial to our town. The construction of senior and age-restricted housing, restaurants, commercial and office space, along with pedestrian walkways and open space…
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Obituaries
Willis F. Krug Obituaries Willis F. Krug Mr. Krug, 91, of South River died June 15 at home. He was predeceased by his wife, Helen E. Heine Krug in 1994. He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Paula and Leonard Krishinski of South River; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial…
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Calvano defends herself against ‘false accusations’ on Triangle site
I was appalled by the misinterpretation and false accusations presented in Mr. Richard Klein’s recent letter to the editor concerning my position on the Route 18 Sam’s Club property. As an elected member of East Brunswick’s Township Council, I feel it is my duty and responsibility to represent the people of this town. As their…
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Your Turn
Robert A. RichardsGuest ColumnMemorial symbolizes the ultimate price for freedom Your Turn Robert A. Richards Guest Column Memorial symbolizes the ultimate price for freedom Robert A. Richards Guest Column Memorial symbolizes the ultimate price for freedom This letter is in response to a letter written by John Steiner, formerly of Milltown, and titled "Memorial Glorifies…
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Obituaries
Angela M. Halpin Obituaries Angela M. Halpin Mrs. Halpin, 60, of Manalapan died June 17 at home. Born in Jersey City, she moved to Manalapan 30 years ago. Mrs. Halpin was a school teacher in Jersey City, and most recently taught kindergarten at Corpus Christi School in South River, retiring three years ago. She was…
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The sound of music transported listener
I was blown away recently, but not by one of the world’s famous winds with musical names like Chinook, Sirocco or Williwaw, but by the harmonious sounds of vibrating columns of air coming from the Rutgers University Alumni Wind Symphony. I went to the Nicholas Music Center on the Douglass College campus of Rutgers University,…
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Savor the moment of high school graduation
Savor the moment of high school graduation This week and next will see a lot of smiles on the faces of teenagers in Middlesex County. It is high school graduation season — a time when administrators, teachers, parents, family members and friends can celebrate the accomplishments of another group of young adults. The school communities…
