Tag: Opinion
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On The Road 7/16: 2021 Lexus UX250h
By Peter Perrotta In this post-pandemic world, shortages seem to be the new normal. Not only are there shortages of new and used vehicles, but the gas used to run most of these cars is currently in short supply as well. As the prices at the pump seem to be going up each day, consumers…
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On The Road 7/9: 2021 VW Atlas Cross Sport V6
By Peter Perrotta If there is anyone who knows about being “cross cultural,” it’s me. My parents came from as many different backgrounds as can be. My dad’s family is rooted in a small Italian village, Esperia, nestled about 30 miles or so to the southwest of Rome. My mom’s family is Jewish and immigrated…
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SOLUTIONS 7/9: The D&R Greenway Land Trust – Environmental Leader
The D&R Greenway Land Trust, the region’s unofficial land steward reaching in many directions to preserve and enhance our environments, has recently launched two new important projects. But first, the D&R, a nonprofit, environmental leader since 1989, has been instrumental in saving local woods and fields, farms and community gardens, and establishing trails for people…
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Opinion: Development trends should be through ‘lens of the residents of Princeton’s beautiful and desirable neighborhoods’
The Princeton Coalition for Responsible Development (PCRD) is a non-profit organization that was formed recently to advocate for and enable a more effective and collaborative approach to land use development and redevelopment in Princeton. We are not opposed to new development and redevelopment in our town; that said, we do believe in smart, eco-friendly development…
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On The Road 7/2: 2021 Lincoln Nautilus Black Label AWD
By Peter Perrotta Back in the day, when I lived in the Bronx during the ’60s, you were either a Lincoln Continental fan or a Cadillac Coupe DeVille aficionado when it came to your cruiser of choice. The hot shots in my neighborhood would spend the day polishing their cruisers and at night they would…
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SOLUTIONS 7/2: Capturing Carbon – Ideas Large and Small
By Huck Fairman Most local readers know about the climate crisis we face, and they recognize that we have limited time to reduce emissions before the problem becomes catastrophic. What many may not be aware of are the numerous, diverse efforts to reduce our carbon emissions. Among those widely known are electric vehicles, solar panels,…
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Opinion: Townhomes are not suitable for former restaurant site in Edison
As are many Edison residents, I am very concerned about and object to the proposed development on the former Charlie Brown’s Steakhouse site located at 222 Plainfield Road. The proposed 23 townhouses do not conform to the property or the community. The plan is against Edison’s Master Plan and zoning codes, and requires numerous variances…
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Opinion: Townhomes are not suitable for former restaurant site in Edison
As are many Edison residents, I am very concerned about and object to the proposed development on the former Charlie Brown’s Steakhouse site located at 222 Plainfield Road. The proposed 23 townhouses do not conform to the property or the community. The plan is against Edison’s Master Plan and zoning codes, and requires numerous variances…
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Opinion: The impending migration wave
America is a nation of immigrants — and for the most part, at least historically, immigrants have been welcomed with open arms. However, the United States is on the precipice of a large migration wave due to the added hardships, scarcities and lack of opportunities that millions of families worldwide are currently facing amidst the…