Tag: Princeton Opinion
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Princeton Transitway Study is welcome news to Princeton-West Windsor area
The recent report from NJ Transit (NJT) on the Princeton Transitway Study is welcome news for our immediate regional area. If this project were not to continue advancing, we are bound to lose this treasured piece of infrastructure in operation for over 150 years and, apparently, the shortest rail line in the world. Because of…
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Federal Child Tax Credit needs to be restored to help prevent child poverty
The good news is that the child poverty rate in Mercer County has been gradually declining over the last several years. Your recent articles about the work of Housing initiatives of Princeton, the New Jersey Coalition to End Homelessness, and the HomeFront panel discussion at Labyrinth Books, showcase what they have been doing to provide…
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Belle Mead resident expresses shock during experience at Princeton bookstore signing
A Princeton friend invited me to the November 30th book signing of: “Teaching White Supremacy-America’s Democratic Ordeal and the Forging of Our National Identity” held at Labyrinth Books. The author, Donald Yacovone and commentator Eddie Glaude, Princeton Distinguished University Professor, hosted a presentation of the book followed by a question-and-answer session. A personal discussion with…
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Chair of Housing Initiatives of Princeton thanks ‘generosity’ of supporters for successful annual Rent Party
Housing Initiatives of Princeton (HIP) held its annual Rent Party on Saturday, Nov. 5 when our sold-out crowd of over 175 people gathered on a gorgeous night at the beautiful Updike Farmstead to help us “raise the rent” to assist low-income working families in our community. Through the generosity of our supporters – including the…
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Princeton Democratic organizations call out ‘hateful rhetoric’ in school board race
The Princeton Community Democratic Organization (PCDO) and the Princeton Democratic Municipal Committee (PDMC) have always maintained a hands-off policy when it comes to school board elections, which are non-partisan. As organizations, we do not financially support, endorse, or hold debates for school board candidates. Further, we hold dear our right to free speech, including political…
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Stony Brook Regional Sewerage Authority chair addresses recent state violations, consent decree
Stony Brook Regional Sewerage Authority (SBRSA) has entered into a Consent Decree with the United States Department of Environmental Protection (EPA) and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). The Consent Decree addresses notices of violation brought by the EPA and DEP alleging that SBRSA violated the Clean Air Act and associated laws and…
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Danger of nuclear weapons use remains acute as Ukraine War continues
Russian President [Vladimir] Putin has doubled down on his nuclear saber rattling as he increasingly feels cornered. Experts are warning that we may be closer to nuclear weapons use than we’ve been since the Cuban Missile crisis about 60 years ago, when the world came terrifyingly close to a full-scale nuclear war that could have…
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Residents support Kanter for reelection for Princeton Public Schools’ Board of Education
We are writing in support of Susan Kanter, who is running for reelection to the Princeton Public Schools’ Board of Education (BOE). Having served alongside Susan on several local boards, we know her to be a deeply conscientious and community-oriented team player. Susan is a great asset to the school district and greater Princeton community…
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Princeton Planning Board: Community Visioning Survey crucial step in Princeton’s future
Creating a municipal master plan is a data-informed process by which a community outlines its goals for growth. For the Planning Board, its Master Plan Subcommittee, and the resident-led Master Plan Steering Committee, a very important data point is Princeton’s vision for its future as articulated by those of us who live here. As work…