Tag: Princeton
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Graduation ceremony, speeches spotlight Princeton High School seniors’ perseverance and resilience
Princeton High School (PHS) seniors in the Class of 2021 celebrated a life milestone together as they graduated in person to complete their senior year. The 428 high school graduates in their blue caps and gowns gathered on the turf field at PHS Stadium in Princeton on June 23. The Class of 2021 is PHS’s…
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The Jewish Center welcomes new rabbi
On July 1, Rabbi Andrea Merow will become the new rabbi of The Jewish Center in Princeton. Merow, formerly on the rabbinic staff at Beth Sholom Congregation in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, has experience in rabbinic leadership, pastoral counseling and membership engagement, according to information provided by the synagogue on June 28. In a joint statement…
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New Princeton bakery is ‘Delizioso’
Delizioso Bakery at 205 Witherspoon St. in Princeton held its grand opening on June 24. In attendance were Mayor Mark Freda, who cut the ribbon; Jack Morrison, president of Princeton Merchants Association; and Councilwoman Michelle Pirone Lambros. Delizioso Bakery & Kitchen is owned by Eric and Lynne Weshner. The bakery is…
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Princeton University alum will row for Australian Olympic team
An athlete from the Princeton University Class of 2015 has been named to the Australian Olympic Rowing Team. Tim Masters will row in the eight for Australia in his first career Olympic event, according to information provided by Princeton University. He is the fourth men’s heavyweight alumni to be named to an team, joining Fred…
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Junior coaches raise money for Mercer Bulldogs
In a year of COVID-19 lockdown, when Mercer Special Hockey (aka Mercer Bulldogs), a non-profit for kids with special needs who play hockey, had no ice time or season at all, two junior coach volunteers, Andreas Oskiper and Collin Penders, decided to give the kids some fun by organizing a virtual bingo night. In the…
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Opinion: Princeton University’s proposed relocation of 91 Prospect is in the public interest
Princeton University’s plan to relocate 91 Prospect to create a gateway to its Schools of Environmental Studies and Engineering and Applied Science is in the Municipality of Princeton’s interest. The Municipal Planning Board should approve the minor site variance needed to accomplish it without further delay. The post-pandemic shift toward hybrid work will exacerbate future…
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American Repertory Ballet names international ballet star as first artistic associate
American Repertory Ballet welcomes iconic ballerina Gillian Murphy to be the organization’s first-ever artistic associate, effective immediately. “We are incredibly honored to welcome Gillian Murphy to the artistic team,” Executive Director Julie Diana Hench said in a prepared statement. “She is such an inspiration, with her unparalleled gifts, unique artistry, breadth of experience, and generous…
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Princeton creates coordinator of school security position
Aiming to ensure the safety of students and staff, school district officials in Princeton have created the new position of coordinator of School Security Operations. The new position was approved by the Princeton Public Schools Board of Education at its May 25 meeting. The coordinator will be appointed for a one-year contract that is renewable…
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Opinion: A tree street perspective on Princeton parking
I live on Maple Street and believe it exemplifies the best of Princeton, where tree-lined neighborhoods nurture a safe, friendly and diverse community that cultivates spontaneous interactions, and where one can walk within minutes to locally owned restaurants, cafes, food shops, as well as a huge variety of university activities. However, as Princeton returns to…
