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Colorpoint Shorthair among dozens of breeds at cat show
Mad King George and General George Washington met head to head – and this time, King George won. Mad King George the cat, that is. Also known as “Legs,” the Colorpoint Shorthair cat won the cat costume contest at the Cat Fanciers’ Association Inc. show, held Feb. 24-25 at the New Jersey Army National Guard Armory in Lawrence Township.
‘These voters were disenfranchised’
Eight residents are suing Mercer County election officials for allegedly violating their civil rights during the 2022 general election. They claim their votes were tossed out over technicalities. The lawsuit, which was filed in Mercer County Superior Court on Feb. 14, also claims that votes in the 2022 general election may not have been properly counted.
Hopes soar as New Jersey’s bald eagle population grows
As thick snow fell on central New Jersey earlier this week, the bald eagle pair at Duke Farms in Hillsborough showed themselves to be responsible parents-to-be, taking turns keeping the two eggs in their nest warm while the other hunted. When it came time for a shift change, the returning eagle would inch right up against its mate, which carefully stepped aside. Transitions were quick, with barely a snowflake touching the eggs.
Lawrence Township man suffers burns in house fire
A Princeton Pike resident suffered burns when a fire broke out at his home in the 2300 block of Princeton Pike shortly before 3:30 p.m. Feb. 24, according to the Lawrence Township Police Department. The man and his two dogs were able to escape the house, but he suffered moderate...
‘I’m so grateful’
Share My Meals, a Princeton, New Jersey-based nonprofit, significantly expanded its support to more people in the fight against food insecurity and environmental waste in 2023. By rescuing nutritious meals from various sources, the organization provided essential support to 1,200 individuals each month, delivering 85% more meals in 2023 than...
St. Baldrick’s Foundation head-shaving fundraiser set for March 9
The St. Baldrick’s Foundation, which raises money for childhood cancer research, has set March 9 for its annual head-shaving event at Amalfi’s restaurant in Lawrence Township. The restaurant is located at 146 Lawrenceville-Pennington Road. The in-person head-shaving event starts at 11 a.m. A virtual option is available, also.
Common calendar, Packet papers, Feb. 23
New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), a division of New York Blood Center, which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers. The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or at the refreshment area. No medical background necessary. Volunteers should be outgoing to provide friendly customer service, be able to perform tasks as needed and must provide proof of COVID Vaccination prior to volunteering. Must have transportation. All training is provided including additional precautions for the safety of our team and blood donors. For additional information call or text Sharon Zetts, manager of NJBS Volunteer Services at 732-850-8906 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday.
NAACP college chapter established at Rider
A new college chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) was chartered at Rider University during a ceremony held on Feb. 7. The ceremony marked the inauguration of four executive committee members and included remarks from distinguished guest speakers, including Rider University trustee and alumnus Judge Marc A. McKithen ’96, Trenton’s chief municipal judge, and Mercer County Commissioner Samuel T. Frisby, Sr.
‘We turn hunger into hope’
Hunger is real and the need to provide food is growing. That’s the message from seven nonprofit groups that feed the hungry in Princeton, Lawrence Township, Trenton and other towns in Mercer County. Representatives of the organizations – from the Mercer Street Friends food bank to Arm in Arm,...
Breaking down barriers to enjoying nature
In an ideal New Jersey, all residents would have equal access to the outdoors and nature, with the joy and health benefits they bring. Unfortunately, there are barriers – some real, some perceived – keeping people out, especially in communities of color. One obvious barrier is that many...
Common calendar, Packet papers, Feb. 16
New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), a division of New York Blood Center, which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers. The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or at the refreshment area. No medical background necessary. Volunteers should be outgoing to provide friendly customer service, be able to perform tasks as needed and must provide proof of COVID Vaccination prior to volunteering. Must have transportation. All training is provided including additional precautions for the safety of our team and blood donors. For additional information call or text Sharon Zetts, manager of NJBS Volunteer Services at 732-850-8906 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Thursday.
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Pedestrian struck and killed on Route 1 near Quakerbridge Road
A pedestrian was struck and killed on Route 1/Brunswick Pike on Valentine’s Day, according to the Lawrence Township Police Department. Police were called at 6:40 p.m. to investigate the report of a crash that involved a single vehicle and a pedestrian in a southbound lane on Route 1/Brunswick Pike on Feb. 14.
Founding members of Alice Paul Institute to receive 2024 Beulah Oliphant Award
The Old Barracks Museum will recognize the achievements of the founding members of the Alice Paul Institute for their contributions to the New Jersey historic preservation during the 2024 Beulah Oliphant Award ceremony. The ceremony will include wine and hors d’oeuvres and the presentation of the 2024 Beulah Oliphant Award...
Lawrence to celebrate the ‘resilience and achievements’ of the Black community
Music, arts and food will highlight the Lawrence Township Public School District’s annual Black History Month celebration and also honor four “trailblazers” at the Feb. 24 event. The event, which is free, runs from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Lawrence High School at 2525 Princeton Pike.
‘The aim is to remove barriers’
The Lawrence Township Public Schools is poised to expand its free preschool program, thanks to a $923,486 grant from the New Jersey Department of Education. The preschool program serves both typically developing and special needs children. The three- and four-year-old children are placed in the program through an application and lottery system.
Wharton State Forest plan to control illegal motor vehicle damage is a welcome step!
New Jersey’s largest protected property, Wharton State Forest in the Pine Barrens, covers 195 square miles in Atlantic, Burlington and Camden counties. For perspective, it’s bigger than the entire land mass of Hudson County! Wharton is crossed by hundreds of miles of avenues used by motor vehicles, everything from highways to unpaved sand roads to single-track dirt bike trails.
‘Close to my heart’
Bonne O’Flanagan Giglio has been named to serve as the Lawrence Township Education Foundation’s new executive director. Giglio, who had served on the Lawrence Township Education Foundation’s board of trustees since 2021, took over the reins Feb. 1. She succeeds Karen Faiman, who resigned to take another job after seven years as executive director.
Lawrence Township swears in two new police officers
Two newly-minted police officers were ceremonially sworn into office at the Lawrence Township Council’s Jan. 16 meeting. Police officers Enosh Brobbey and Andrew Tziarris-Over, who graduated Jan. 12 from the Cape May County Police Academy, were sworn into office by Mayor Patricia Hendricks Farmer. Brobbey was born in Ghana...
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