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...

Schore to Please: Rain on my parade—please

Even though it’s been more than a month, I’m still irritated by this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade. ...

Dave Fried: There’s still time to ‘Shop ‘R’ Hometown for the Holidays’

On behalf of my entire Robbinsville Township team, I hope everyone had a peaceful Hanukkah and a very Merry Christmas! ...

Kevin Nerwinski: There’s a lot going on in Lawrence Township

The following is an update that I gave to township council regarding various matters of concern to the township at its Nov. 9 meeting....

Fight in the Museum: 10 questions with sculptor Dawn Arena

Dawn Arena is a sculptor who uses different material to achieve shapes and beings found in nature. She has many works available in the...

Christmas tree farms: a tradition born in Hamilton?

Last year, during the holiday season, a reporter called the Hamilton Township School District, the municipal offices, and the Hamilton Township Public Library with...

Complex Simplicity: The night wanderer

As my children have gotten older and engaged in the process of driving legally, new wrinkles to parenthood have emerged: higher auto insurance costs...