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Chmiel launches reinstatement fight as Princeton High School principal
Former Princeton High School Principal Frank Chmiel has stepped up his fight for reinstatement as the principal at the high school, and is waiting for Princeton school district officials to provide the reasons for his dismissal. No reason was released for placing Chmiel on administrative leave in a March 17...
East Windsor police charge out of state trio with drug violations
Three people from out of state were allegedly found in possession of crack cocaine, drug paraphernalia at the Windsor Corner Shopping Center March 21, according to the East Windsor Police Department. A police officer responded to a report of a person slumped over the wheel of a vehicle at the...
Petition calls for resignation of Princeton superintendent of schools
More than 1,800 people have signaled a vote of no confidence in Superintendent of Schools Carol Kelley through an online petition calling for her immediate dismissal. The Change.org petition, which began circulating March 22, also calls for the reinstatement of former Princeton High School Principal Frank Chmiel. It was the second petition filed within five days of his dismissal.
Mercer County: Federal reverse mortgage loan available for older residents
There is a new federal program for homeowners in Mercer County with Home Equity Conversion Mortgages (HECM), according to County Clerk Paula Sollami Covello. The HECM is a reverse mortgage loan insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) for borrowers at least 62 years old. This government-insured loan allows homeowners to convert their home equity into cash. HECM borrowers are a particularly vulnerable population and continue to experience difficulties due to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. To remedy this, the federal government has taken significant steps to help facilitate economic recovery from the pandemic.
Women’s History spotlight: Barbara Boggs Sigmund
Barbara Boggs Sigmund (1939-1990) was the first woman elected mayor of Princeton when she won the 1983 election. During her term, Sigmund dealt with issues related to affordable housing and town development. She previously served on the Princeton Borough Council and the Mercer County Board of Freeholders where she held the position of president in 1979 and 1980.
Four residents at The Elms celebrate centenarian birthdays
Four residents at The Elms of Cranbury truly have something to celebrate with milestone birthdays. Grace Castellano turned 102 Jan. 24, Millie Banas turned 102 on Feb. 27, Christine Fresolone turned 102 on March 21 and Marie Guerra turns 100 on March 20. The birthday bash was held at The...
Students and parents demand transparency at protest in support of Princeton High School principal
Chanting “No Chmiel, no deal” and “We want Chmiel, we want Chmiel,” Princeton High School students and their parents gathered at the high school campus for a mid-day rally March 20 in support of former Principal Frank Chmiel. The crowd of about 100 or so people...
Community sets up GoFundMe account for fired Princeton High School principal
A GoFundMe account has raised more than $8,285 to pay for possible litigation by former Princeton High School Principal Frank Chmiel, who was fired March 17. The fund was established on Chmiel’s behalf “to help him protect his legal rights and stellar educational reputation,” according to the Principal Chmiel Legal Defense and Board of Education Recall Fund.
A new roadmap for protecting New Jersey’s public forests
New Jersey is the most densely populated and developed state, with an average of more than 1,200 residents per square mile. It’s the only state in which every county is deemed “urban” by the U.S. Census Bureau. Yet, 40% of this state we’re in – about 2...
East Windsor Police blotter
A 30-year-old Bronx, N.Y. man was charged with shoplifting for allegedly taking items worth $322.35 from Target on the Princeton-Hightstown Road March 15. He had already left the store, but police were able to identify him and charge him on shoplifting complaint summons. A 29-year-old Lawrenceville man was charged with...
Solutions: Another Man-made Planetary Threat
Global warming, so evident over this last year, is, alas, not the only threat to our survival as we have known it. The emissions, that allow it, continue in many places, from many sources. But in addition, population growth, viruses, environmental degradation, species declines, plastics, hunger, inequality, and autocracies all contribute to the existential threats that civilization has brought upon itself.
Municipal tax rate remains flat in Cranbury
The municipal tax rate will remain flat for Cranbury property owners. Mayor Mike Ferrante, Deputy Mayor Eman El-Badawi, Committeewoman Barbara Rogers, Committeewoman Lisa Knierim, and Committeeman Matt Scott, voted “yes” to adopt the $14.5 million municipal budget after a public hearing on March 13. The municipal budget increases...
U.S. Postal Service pays tribute to Toni Morrison with Forever stamp
Former President Barack Obama, Former First Lady Michelle Obama, and Oprah Winfrey among those to commemorate Morrison. The U.S. Postal Service has commemorated Nobel Prize Laureate Toni Morrison with a Forever stamp to celebrate her work’s influence and achievements. The dedication of the Toni Morrison Forever Stamp honoring her...
Outdoor recreation: Tell the state what you want!
Do you enjoy spending time outdoors at New Jersey’s parks, nature preserves, recreation areas, beaches and other open-air places? If so, how can your experience be improved? If you don’t get outside much, what can be done to make outdoor recreation more accessible and appealing?. The New Jersey...
East Windsor police: Newark man in possession of illegal handgun
A Newark man was charged with weapons offenses following a traffic stop on Route 130, according to the East Windsor Police Department. The 23-year-old man was stopped by police for weaving and improper use of the car’s high beam headlights March 6, police said. During the investigation, the man...
East Windsor Police blotter
A 32-year-old Fairless Hills, Pa., man and a 33-year-old Hamilton Township woman were charged with possession of heroin and possession of drug paraphernalia following an alleged shoplifting incident at Walmart on Route 130 March 7. The man was also charged with shoplifting and possession of methamphetamine. They were processed and released.
Mercer County Executive Brian Hughes ends his quest for sixth term, supports Benson
Despite initially saying he would forge his campaign ahead to the voters in the Democratic Party primary contest, Brian Hughes has decided to end his quest for a sixth term for Mercer County executive. On March 5, the Mercer County Democratic Committee had endorsed Assemblyman Daniel Benson (D-14) for the...
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