Tag: Bordentown News
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MTIS founder’s relative discusses institution’s legacy at lecture event
Making a connection between the learning experiences and teaching models of the past and present, the Bordentown Historical Society served as the host to a lecture series event with Mildred Rice Jordan, Ed. D., granddaughter of the Bordentown Manual Training and Industrial School (MTIS) Founder, Rev. A.S. Rice. The lecture event was held at the…
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Bordentown Township first responders hold “Take Your Child to Work Day”
For the children of employees of the Bordentown Township municipality, mom or dad’s workday on April 25 entailed only excitement and fun when the township’s first responders were the host to the second annual “Take Your Child to Work Day.” The event was held at the Township Senior Center, where the youths of parents/guardians and…
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Community comes together at event for drug awareness
In the face of an opioid epidemic sweeping the country, the Bordentown Residents Against Drugs (BRAD) served as the host to an annual town hall event to bring community organizations and officials together to raise drug awareness. The event was held on April 16 at the Carslake Community Center in Bordentown City where members of…
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Bordentown police reflect on pedestrian safety campaign efforts
When Bordentown’s law enforcers kicked off a grant-funded pedestrian safety operation in October last year, township and city officials said they intended to make a commitment to education and outreach on the importance of protection for residents traversing on foot through the area. As the grant cycle’s funds come to a close this month, Bordentown…
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Bordentown Township officials adopt $14.58M budget for 2019
The Township Committee in Bordentown Township has adopted a $14.58 million municipal budget and spending plan for 2019. Municipal officials voted unanimously to adopt the budget during a meeting on April 8. The township’s residential and commercial property owners will pay $6.54 million in property taxes to support the municipal budget. Other revenues will make…
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Bordentown Historical Society still seeking donations for restoration project
In an attempt to breathe new life into a piece of local history, the Bordentown Historical Society recently began an initiative to restore a portrait of a once famous resident, Francis Hopkinson, who was a founding father and signer of the Declaration of Independence. The painting of Hopkinson, which was created in 1974 for the…
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Bordentown High baseball looks to move past opening loss
One game will not determine a season. That is the point that Chris Glenn, the coach of the Bordentown Regional High School baseball team, has shared with his players. Bordentown launched the 2019 season with a 3-1 defeat to Moorestown High School on April 2 in Bordentown. “It’s the first game of the season, and…
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Bordentown High softball looks to depth and leadership this season
As the Bordentown Regional High School softball team gears up for the 2019 season, its lineup depth will be a key focus this spring. With a number of incoming freshmen as well as key returning seniors, Bordentown coach Nicole O’Leary said that communication between the veterans and underclassmen will be essential for a successful year.…
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Bordentown City Cats’ fundraiser event returns in April
Returning back to Bordentown City this April after a two-year hiatus is the Bordentown City Cats’ (BCC) long-running flea market fundraiser. The group’s officials said that the event will include a new and expanded line-up featuring new and used goods, artisan crafts, antiques, cat-centric items and unique vendors. The local event will take place on…
