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...

Lawrence Dems Letter: development key to township success

Lawrence Township has faced some difficult times dealing with the effects of the economic downturn beginning in 2008. It deeply impacted the township along...

Letter: The most horrible sound

The most horrible sound in the world is that of the first shovelful of dirt hitting your friend’s coffin. The most painful act is...

Tying apples on the lilac tree

The arrival of the fall season of 1941 saw the world in turmoil. The drums of war were beginning to be heard in America....

Complex Simplicity: I choose to cruise

After much discussion and debate, my family decided that in 2017 we’d take a cruise. ...

From HoVal Schools: Developing character education

As the new school season approaches, I usually love the exhilarating thrill in the air and feel rejuvenated and energized as we return from...

Betting on Black: an engagement to remember

Thirty nine years ago, George and I got engaged on my parent’s porch. We were sitting on the porch when he took a small...