Category: Sentinel-EBS Opinion

  • Obituaries

    Obituaries MARIO R. CASALE, 73, of East Brunswick died March 28 in Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick. Surviving are four daughters, Debra Burrows of Mill Hall, Pa., Dawn Casale of Swedesboro, Jenny Rowe of Middlesex and Julie Rowe of Seattle; and a son, James Rowe, also of Seattle. Services were held at Crabiel…

  • What about woodland preservation in East Brunswick?

    What about woodland preservation in East Brunswick? The township is very proud of its accomplishments regarding farmland and open space preservation, but what about woodland preservation? Yes, indeed, the Kelemen farm is persevered, but what is it really? A chunk of land in the middle of busy streets that is used for what? I see…

  • Our View

    Anyone for another Our View Anyone for another school tax increase? The annual school elections arrive next week, and what does that mean for local school districts? In many cases, it will likely mean defeated school budgets being shipped over to municipal governing bodies for what usually wind up being minimal, token cuts that save…

  • Community participation sought for Relay for Life events

    The American Cancer Society has been an active member of central New Jersey communities for many years, offering a number of patient and family services, cancer support groups, tobacco control programs and lifesaving research. We continue our mission thanks to the help of dedicated staff and generous volunteers. Plans are currently under way for the…

  • Think twice before gifting children with a live rabbit

    Before you rush out to get a rabbit for a child this Easter, please understand that they do not make good "starter" pets for children. Rabbits require a lifetime commitment of care and expense that is the same or greater than that of a cat or a dog. They need exercise, a proper diet and…

  • Science rooms should be upgraded at school annex

    The other day as I drove past Churchill Junior High School in East Brunswick, I was amazed at the size of the much-needed addition to the school. Overcrowded classrooms have been an ongoing problem for years. I hope that with the addition to the building, consideration will also be given to the makeshift science rooms…

  • Township is not taking enough care of local parks, trails

    My wife and I recently returned from what should have been a lovely hike in East Brunswick. We ventured on an early spring afternoon to the back of the old nature center (now teen center) via the parking lot of Crystal Springs Family Aquatic Center. We entered a trail marked by Boy Scout Troop No.…

  • Commander reassures public during time of unrest

    During this time of unrest in the world, I would like to assure the public The Salvation Army will continue its tradition of supporting our troops and their families, both here and abroad. Best known for the Donut Girls of World War II, The Salvation Army has played a part in every major war and…

  • Fiscal realities, need for good education spur Baker

    Being a working mom, I have always been appreciative of individuals who have volunteered to spend their own personal time for the betterment of the education system in East Brunswick. My son has benefited from their efforts. I attribute the excellence of the district to good teachers, parental involvement, a supportive community and to the…