• U.S. Supreme Court says that corporations are people too

    Coda • • GREG BEAN This is a dark day in America. Two weeks ago, I wrote that the U.S. Supreme Court was expected to do away with most of the laws that limit campaign contributions to candidates and much political advertising by corporations and special interest groups. And late last week, the court did…

  • Be cautious with house pets during winter time

    Winter has descended, requiring special attention to your pet’s well-being. Dogs and cats are subject to many of the same effects that humans feel during winter, including frostbite and dry, itchy skin. The basic rule is an easy one: If it’s too cold outside for you, it’s too cold for your pets. Bring them inside!…

  • ‘Hate’ revealed following GaGa for Gays Day M

    My child attends North Brunswick High School. She has enjoyed attending school there up until the GaGa for Gays Day. When asked to write GaGa 4 Gay on her arm, she declined. She stated that she did not agree with the gay lifestyle. Immediately she was verbally attacked by the students around her. They accused…

  • Political double standard at work in N.B. I

    It occurred to me how — roughly 10 years ago, when a Republican North Brunswick Township Council wanted to acquire the Otken farm by eminent domain — many people, mostly Democrats, strongly challenged this action, in spite of the (legitimate) argument that we had a dearth of open space and recreation facilities. And yet today…

  • Caregiver praises writer for Alzheimer’s article T

    The lengthy, informative article in the Jan. 20, Sentinel is very helpful, informative and gave me comfort in knowing I was not alone. As a caregiver for almost 10 years for my beautiful and gracious mom, the article gave me additional insight. Mom does the “sundowner” questions — “When am I going home” over and…

  • Virginia VanDermark

    Mrs. VanDermark, 74, of the Monmouth Junction section of South Brunswick, died Jan. 12, 2010, following a battle with cancer. She was predeceased by a brother and sister-in-law, Donald E. Westlake and Abigail Adams. Mrs. Van- Dermark is survived by a son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Marion Blodgett Sr.; a daughter, Judith; and 21 grandchildren.…

  • Mary A. Ricca

    Miss Ricca, 91, of North Brunswick, died Jan. 15, 2010, at the Francis E. Parker Memorial Home, Piscataway. She was a production worker at Revlon Inc., Edison, for 27 years, retiring in 1984. She was predeceased by three brothers, Alfred, Larry and Joseph Ricca; and a sister Rose Rugel. She is survived by a brother,…

  • James V. Fallon

    Mr. Fallon, 67, of Lake Hopatcong, died Jan. 10, 2010, at home. He resided in the Kendall Park section of South Brunswick for 30 years, prior to relocating to Lake Hopatcong seven years ago. He was a retired general manager at Con Edison, where he was employed 37 years. He is survived by his wife,…

  • Dr. Fayez Barsoum Ibrahim

    Dr. Ibrahim, 82, of North Brunswick, died Jan. 11, 2010, at home. He was employed in the field of analytical chemistry, and published several papers and articles. He was a member of “Who’s Who in Science and Engineering.” He was a founding father of St. Mary’s Coptic Orthodox Church, East Brunswick. He is survived by…

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