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...

Happy Valley: Tabletop Games aims to be third place’ for HoVal hobbyists

Last month, my column discussing how intergenerational communication helped improve both mental health and humanity seemed to resonate with lots of readers. ...

Dr. Klim’s Korner: Expansion of Lawrence Middle School/Bond referendum survey

I am thrilled to share some exciting updates regarding our district and our long-range reconfiguration and expansion plans. Last month, our very own Lawrence...

Schore to Please: Keeping your head above water (costs)

As you may have heard, the price of water in Hopewell Borough just went up by a whole lot. One of the borough’s pipes...

Complex Simplicity: I want my dumb TV

When I was a kid in New York, TV was simple. CBS was channel 2, NBC was channel 4, ABC was channel 7. WWOR...

Donnie Black: There’s nothing like a Firehouse Dance

If you went to a Ewing school during my era this will relate to you. I was born in 1985 and graduated from Ewing...

Helen Kull: A must-see exhibit at ETHPS

People often tell me that they enjoy reading this column, and learning of the people and places that have contributed to the formation and...