• CRANBURY: Cranbury budget in search of more revenue

    David Kilby, Managing Editor    CRANBURY — The Cranbury Township Committee will hold a special budget meeting 9 a.m. Saturday in Township Hall and may discuss possible cuts as it faces many of the same issues it faced last year.    ”The issue this year is the same budget problems are coming back: reduced property value and…

  • SOUTH BRUNSWICK: Hugs for Brady Gala set

    SOUTH BRUNSWICK: Hugs for Brady Gala set

    By Charles W. Kim, Managing Editor The second annual Hugs for Brady Winter Gala is scheduled for Feb. 18 and will honor local businessman and former New York Giants offensive lineman Brad Benson. The event will take place at the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse in West Hampton, according to the organization. Foundation founder Sherrie Wells said…

  • Diocese of Metuchen to host evening prayer service to recognize those in consecrated life

    Diocese of Metuchen to host evening prayer service to recognize those in consecrated life

    By Erin Friedlander METUCHEN – The 16th annual World Day for Consecrated Life will be observed in parishes throughout the Diocese of Metuchen the weekend of February 4-5. This day, established by Pope John Paul II in 1997, recognizes those devoted to consecrated life, provides an opportunity for them to renew their dedication and invites the…

  • HUNTERDON: Health officials report several pertussis cases

       The Hunterdon County Division of Public Health is investigating a number of pertussis cases in the county.    As of Tuesday morning, eight confirmed and two probable cases had been reported, with an additional three under investigation. The cases, affecting individuals, aged from four to 15, are situated widely around the county.    Pertussis, also known as…

  • Saturday hunt benefits volunteers

       There will be a benefit for the West Amwell Volunteer Fire Company on Jan. 21 at the Hunt’s Family Preserve, located at 342 Mt. Airy-Harbourton Road. The cost is $60 per hunter for three pheasants.    All hunters must have a valid NJ hunting license. Call ahead to reserve a one-hour time slot for your group…

  • Local Pharmacy Reaches Out to Hard of Hearing Customers
  • MONTGOMERY: Students finding help the natural way

    By Charley Falkenburg, Staff Writer    MONTGOMERY — Middle and high school students are making a difference in the community, thanks to former Upper Middle School Principal Bill Robbins who resurrected the Natural Helpers Program that had faded away due to budget cuts.    The premise is that there are born leaders in schools who their peers…

  • MONROE: Lighting contest winners went above and beyond

    MONROE: Lighting contest winners went above and beyond

    Campbell and Kay Brown stand with Monroe Councilman Steve Dalina as they receive the special recognition award in the Monroe Recreation Holiday House Decorating Contest. Staff photo by David Kilby.

  • CRANBURY: Panel to get input on signage situation

    David Kilby, Managing Editor    CRANBURY — The newly formed Signage Subcommittee will hold its first meeting Jan. 25 at 6:30 p.m. in town hall to receive public input on the township’s sign ordinance and make changes if needed.    ”The purpose of the upcoming meeting is to get public comment,” said Jason Stewart, Planning Board and…

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