Mayor Chris Bobbitt: Two decades of service shaped by community

As I was thinking about the topic of this month’s column, I was also thinking about the Memorial Day holiday. The big event of the long weekend is the...

Bordentown History: Francis Hopkinson, the flag, your money and the branding of America

When we think of the American flag’s origins, the name Betsy Ross typically springs to mind, conjuring images...

Complex Simplicity: Lessons from a recently spayed pet

By Lumi Dabbene I suppose I should begin by introducing myself—the name’s Lumi, and I’m a young dog who...

Donnie Black: Grandparents are grand!

This story goes out to all of the grandparents out there. I am so lucky to have had...

Bordentown History: Which side are you on?

As we approach the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, many critics and historians evaluate the legacy...

Keevey: A good start toward a multiyear budget strategy for New Jersey

Editor’s Note: Although Gov. Phil Murphy recently announced a deal with state union leaders that will affect roughly 800,000 public employees and save the...

Searching for magic in the Magic Kingdom

The text message from my wife arrived a few days before we were to leave on a 1st anniversary trip to Disney World. ...

Sciarrotta: After an injury, stay off the field

When Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers exited the Sunday night season opener against the Bears, all looked lost for the Green and Gold and their...

Ewing Then and Now: A showplace in Ewingville

We continue with the “Destination: Ewingville” series ...

Black: Youth sports are good for adults as well as kids

Most of our sons’ childhoods were spent on an athletic field in Ewing. Soccer, baseball, basketball, they did them all at one time or...

Letter: Blake makes case for another term

My name is Julie Blake, and I am proud to be the Democratic candidate for the Hopewell Township Committee. ...