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HIGHTSTOWN: Patrolman bids farewell
By Amy Batista, Special Writer HIGHTSTOWN — David Chenoweth, 48, recently retired after 18 years as a patrolman with the department to spend time with his family. He lives in Middletown. ”My farewell to the residents of Hightstown,” Mr. Chenoweth posted on his Facebook page Dec. 9, the day of his retirement. “The time has…
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FLORENCE: Township honors retiring crossing guard
Florence Mayor Craig Wilkie expresses gratitude to retiring crossing guard Parker Mullen, who was presented a plaque for his service, at the Township Council meeting on Dec. 19. (Photo by Charley Falkenburg)
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HIGHTSTOWN: Businesses, students embrace holiday spirit
By Amy Batista, Special Writer HIGHTSTOWN — The borough is looking festive with holiday décor. Recently, Hightstown’s downtown became a winter wonderland as students from Hightstown High School and The Peddie School picked up their brushes and painted merriment art on business windows. ”The theme this year was snowflakes,” said Ryan Rosenberg, chairman of Downtown…
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BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP: Town managed storm with extensive emergency crew
By David Kilbly, Special Writer BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP — With about 15,000 residents living in a mixture of rural, suburban and urban settings, the municipality presents unique challenges when it comes to emergency management. However, the township’s Emergency Management Council of a dozen and a half employees and volunteers were there to meet those challenges when…
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EAST WINDOSR: Crash causes afternoon stir
Batista A car hit a pole, which snapped it in half and brought wires down, at the intersection of Brooktree and Dutch Neck Road on Dec. 14. (Photo by Amy Batista)
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HIGHTSTOWN: Police: Stay alert
The Hightstown Borough Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in thwarting crimes, and is providing safety tips for residents, according to a Dec. 17 press release. A rash of vehicle burglaries and suspicious incidents, to include a residential and a commercial burglary have occurred in the past week — throughout the borough, police…
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EAST WINDSOR: Township seeks better communications post Sandy
By David Kilby, Special Writer EAST WINDSOR — Superstorm Sandy taught many local lessons. And while the East Windsor Township Council understands Jersey Central Power and Light had a great task ahead of itself when the storm hit, members still believe something should be done about the communications between municipalities, utility companies and the New…
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MANSFIELD: Township seeking to tackle cost of renovations
By Charley Falkenburg, Special Writer MANSFIELD — The pricey renovations for the new municipal complex on Route 206 are well under way, and the town is continuing to pursue all avenues to help cover expenses. Just last week, the Township Committee approved applying for a $76,000 Community Development Block Grant at its Dec. 12 meeting.…
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FLORENCE: Township honors retiring crossing guard
By Charley Falkenburg, Special Writer FLORENCE — When William Bott would see crossing guard Parker Mullen every day, rain or shine, it was impossible for him to be in a bad mood. To him, it was impossible for anyone to be upset once they saw Mr. Mullen at his post, cheerfully crossing folks and greeting…
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