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Local researcher traces history of regionalization effort
Lambertville resident Phil Mackey, a veteran education researcher and historian, said “something rang a bell” when he first read about plans to seek regionalization of the four local school districts — the subject of a Sept. 24 voter referendum in Lambertville, Stockton and West Amwell. After consulting his files, he found a 1995 report by…
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SIMPLE GREEN LIVING: Scout raises awareness of composting
Princeton High School senior Anthony Teng builds composting bins from shipping pallets. Courtesy photo
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HILLSBOROUGH: Flag on foyer mat upsets resident
The thought of hundreds of feet walking all over the United States flag, which is part of a student-designed floor mat, at Auten Road Intermediate School moved resident John Pratt to come to Monday’s school board meeting.
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PLAINSBORO: 9/11 memorial dedicated in township
Monroe resident Evelyn Pryor, who grew up in Plainsboro, took her time as she made her way down the rows of empty chairs arranged just outside the township’s courtroom. By Charley Falkenburg, Special to the Packet Monroe resident Evelyn Pryor, who grew up in Plainsboro, took her time as she made her way down…
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Town Hall, Sept. 18
Dave Beaumont West Amwell A reminder — the informational Regionalization Town Hall will be held Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. at the West Amwell Municipal Building. All residents are invited and encouraged to attend to hear, learn and ask questions about school regionalization, what it is and is not, the educational and financial benefits,…
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Hopewell library is hosting a Scavenger Hunt for adults
Anyone can pick up a hunt booklet at the library, 13 E. Broad St. Take the month of September to explore all the streets of Hopewell Borough and look closely at the signs, architecture, gardens and other surprises that fill the town. Unless otherwise noted, all items can be observed from the sidewalks of Hopewell…
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ALLENTOWN: Redbirds get defensive in opening win
By Bob Nuse, The Packet Group HAMILTON — A year ago, the Allentown High School offense averaged nearly 32 points a game to help the Redbirds to a 9-2 record. The offense may eventually become that potent again this year. But for one week — and the first half in particular — it was…
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HAMILTON: Rep. Smith opposes military intervention
While President Barack Obama has announced intentions to pursue further diplomatic efforts with regards to Syria, Representative Chris Smith has announced he will not support military intervention if such Charles W. Kim, Gene Robbins and James McEvoy, Packet Media Group HAMILTON — While President Barack Obama has announced intentions to pursue further diplomatic efforts with…
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SPORTS CALENDAR: September 13
Hamilton High School West Fri., Sept. 13 Girls freshman field hockey @ Burlington Township, 3:45 p.m. Girls varsity field hockey vs. Burlington Township, 4 p.m. Girls junior varsity field hockey vs. Burlington Township, 5:15 p.m. Mon., Sept. 16 Girls varsity field hockey @ Pemberton, 4 p.m. Junior varsity football vs. Hopewell Valley Central at Timberlane…
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