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...

Donnie Black: What am I doing here?

You might have come to this page looking for an Ilene Black special. Unfortunately, my beautiful mother passed away on New Year’s Day (see...

Happy Valley: Great things happening in Washington Crossing

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think about the local history of this area? Is it pork roll? Washington crossing...

From Hopewell Borough: A new year in the borough

Last month, I had the privilege of sitting down for a simple community meal of soup and bread organized by the Hopewell Borough Council...

Fight in the Museum: 10 questions with painter James Doherty

James Doherty is a contemporary figure painter. His strong compositions leave no doubt about what he wishes to portray. His singular figures are looking...

Burlington History: Clara Barton, American icon and Bordentown pioneer

March is not only Women’s History Month, but it is also Red Cross Month. ...

Schore to Please: Nation needs a shrink

If America were an individual in an institution, it would be on suicide watch. ...