• Be prepared for natural disasters

    To the editor:      Even as New Jersey continues its recovery from Superstorm Sandy, we’re reminded that a new hurricane season is upon us. Now is a good time to consider your personal and professional readiness for any emergency, but particularly for a natural disaster.     The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Prediction…

  • BURLINGTON CITY: Police: Cab driver murdered

    Police found the body of a 49-year-old Trenton resident near the intersection of Route 130 North and York Street early Sunday morning and have ruled it a homicide.    BURLINGTON CITY — Police found the body of a 49-year-old Trenton resident near the intersection of Route 130 North and York Street early Sunday morning and have…

  • LAWRENCE: Class of 2013 members head out with confidence

    LAWRENCE: Class of 2013 members head out with confidence

    Lawrence High School’s class of 2013 is ready for the real world. By Payal Marathe, Special to the Ledger    Lawrence High School’s class of 2013 is ready for the real world.    The graduation ceremony took place at the Sun National Bank Center on Tuesday. Student leaders and adults who spoke gave the class of 2013…

  • CHESTERFIELD CHATTER: June 20

    The Chesterfield Township Historical Society Museum will host an open house from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, June 23. By Nancy Mrzljak    The Chesterfield Township Historical Society Museum will host an open house from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, June 23, at the Chesterfield Township Historical Society Museum on Ward Avenue in Crosswicks.    This event…

  • HILLSBOROUGH: Thursday’s the big night for expected 598 graduates

    High school to hold last commencement on school grounds    Tonight’s the big occasion for nearly 600 graduates of the Class of 2013 at Hillsborough High School.    Barring rain, the class graduation ceremony will take place on the school athletic field, beginning at 6 p.m. It will be the last commencement held at the campus; the…

  • LIBRARY HAPPENINGSL June 20

    The Bordentown Library will offer family yoga Tuesday, July 2, at 10:30 a.m.    BORDENTOWN CITY — The Bordentown Library will offer family yoga Tuesday, July 2, at 10:30 a.m.    Children 5 and older with a parent or guardian are invited to learn basic yoga postures. Bring a mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing.    Fitness…

  • LAWRENCE: Bullying reports drop in schools

    Bullying is on the decline in the Lawrence Township public schools, based on the school district’s state-mandated violence and vandalism report. By Lea Kahn, Staff Writer    Bullying is on the decline in the Lawrence Township public schools, based on the school district’s state-mandated violence and vandalism report.    Superintendent of Schools Crystal Edwards reviewed the report,…

  • NEW HOPE: The Revolution: What happened in Bucks?

    NEW HOPE: The Revolution: What happened in Bucks?

    On June 20, learn about key events and places in Solebury and New Hope    Perhaps those fortunate enough to live in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, take all its rich history for granted. Or, maybe, some just do not really know what happened in the area during the Revolutionary War.    A program has been announced that will…

  • ROBBINSVILLE: Open season for Farmers Market

    ROBBINSVILLE: Open season for Farmers Market

    Staff photo by James McEvoy. New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas H. Fisher speaks with Amy Giovanelli and her daughter Kathryn, 6 of Windy Acres Farm, during the formal opening of the Robbinsville Farmers Market June 17.

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