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New Jersey faces intense harmful algal bloom season
State’s harmful algal bloom dashboard allows public to view information on HABs. New Jersey is on track for another intensive harmful algal bloom (HAB) season in 2023. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) warned on Aug. 3, that the state agency is seeing an increase of HABs in state waterbodies.
Princeton school district applies for tree planting grant
Princeton public school district officials have applied for a $165,245 grant through the Trees for Schools program to plant trees at Princeton High School, Princeton Middle School and the four elementary schools. The money would be used to replace dozens of trees that have been lost to the emerald ash...
Princeton school board to consider $12.9 million bond referendum
A bond referendum provides a mechanism to get state aid to reduce the impact on taxpayers, according to board member Beth Behrend. Princeton Public Schools officials are gearing up for a proposed $12.9 million bond referendum in November that would provide money for security and technology upgrades at all six schools.
National Night Out ‘a tremendous community success’
East Windsor Township celebrated National Night Out on Aug. 1, at the East Windsor P.A.L. complex. More than 2,000 people enjoyed festivities, which featured crime watch information, fire and EMS equipment displays, games and activities, and over 60 organization and business booths. The event was hosted by Mayor Janice Mironov...
Preparing New Jersey for a warmer, wetter future
The timing was coincidental, but could not have been more poignant. On July 16, Gov. Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency due to widespread flash flooding, landslides, and downed trees from severe thunderstorms that swept through the state. The next day, new state regulations to protect people and property from river flooding went into effect.
A field of five candidates will run for three Princeton school board seats
Five candidates, including two incumbent school board members, turned in nominating petitions to run for three open seats on the Princeton Public Schools Board of Education by the July 31 deadline. Incumbent school board members Beth Behrend and Michele Tuck-Ponder are being challenged by Adam Bierman, Eleanor Hubbard and Rene...
Common calendar, Packet papers, Aug. 3
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.
‘Celebrating community, law enforcement, and first responders’
As police sirens sounded and children were heard playing, families descended on Village Park to celebrate community with the Cranbury Police Department for its annual National Night Out on Aug. 1. Children played basketball on the courts, volleyball in the sand, and soccer on the park grass while music played...
‘Trustworthy, accountable and collaborative’
Nearly 500 people respond to informal survey seeking input for next Princton High School principal. The informal survey results are in. The next Princeton High School principal should be someone who is “trustworthy, accountable and collaborative.”. Nearly 500 people responded to the survey, which was issued by school district...
Democratic candidates candidly speak during forum
Democratic candidates for state legislature in District 14 and Mercer County executive highlighted their work, introduced themselves, and heard directly from voters ahead of the fast approaching November general election. New Jersey Sen. Linda Greenstein, Assembly candidate Tennille McCoy, and Assemblyman Dan Benson, spoke directly to current and prospective constituents...
A giant step forward for Capital Park in Trenton
The completion of a six-year, $300 million renovation of New Jersey’s historic State House in Trenton was cause for celebration this spring, but there was something important missing: a green oasis worthy of this magnificent building and the capital city’s residents and visitors. Thanks to a vigorous campaign...
Hightstown man charged with shoplifting
A Hightstown man was charged with shoplifting at Wegmans June 20, according to the West Windsor Police Department. The man allegedly filled a shopping cart full of merchandise valued at $788.42 and left the store without paying, police said. He was confronted in the parking lot by store security officers, who were able to get back all of the merchandise.
‘They get to see us outside of the vest’
Cranbury police officers are giving back to the community they serve through an evening of fun as celebrations will take place for the 40th annual National Night Out. The Cranbury Policemen’s Benevolent Association (PBA) Local 405 and police department join others across America on National Night Out as they enhance personal connections and trust with their communities on Aug. 1.
Common calendar, Packet papers, July 27
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.
‘Sound of Freedom’ film exposes scale of child sex slavery
An unseen, brutal world where child sex slaves are sold, raped and abused by human traffickers and pedophiles is the focus of the summer hit movie Sound of Freedom. The film highlights the efforts of Tim Ballard, a U.S. Homeland Security agent who – after rescuing a young boy from traffickers – learns the boy’s sister is still being held captive by rebels in the Columbian jungle.
HomeFront is seeking donors for back-to-school backpack drive
The happiness of a backpack full of school supplies, a new outfit and new shoes for the first day of school may be hard to experience for children whose parents struggle to make ends meet. That is why HomeFront hopes to distribute about 1,500 backpacks filled with school supplies and...
Are green spaces a fountain of youth?
The news these days is full of suggestions for how to live a longer life. You may be doing just that if you live near a green space like a park, community garden or nature preserve. A just-published study by researchers at Northwestern University found that people who live near...
East Windsor Police blotter
A 28-year-old Hightstown man was charged with driving under the influence, careless driving and reckless driving following a car crash on Abbington Drive near the CVS drug store July 19. The man allegedly showed signs of impairment and was arrested. He was processed and released. A 20-year-old Trenton woman was...
East Windsor Township man charged with 28 counts of criminal mischief
A 25-year-old East Windsor Township man was charged with 28 counts of criminal mischief following vandalism incidents reported in the Twin Rivers development from February, according to the East Windsor Police Department. The man allegedly caused more than $38,000 worth of damage to numerous vehicles, police said. The victims, who...
Common calendar, Packet papers, July 20
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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