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...

Letter: Robbinsville superintendent decries school funding inequity

The Robbinsville schools received very disappointing news from the state this week—we are the only school district in Mercer County to not see an...

August Zeller: Carving a niche out of stone

For three days in July of 1863, the carnage of the Civil War swept the bucolic landscape of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania with unimaginable bloodshed. Bodies...

Dabbene: 50, shades of grey

To anyone who thinks that comma placement is unimportant, I would draw your attention to the title of this column, which does not refer...

From Hopewell Township: Strengthened ratables lead to lower taxes

One of the core duties of the Hopewell Township Committee is to deliver the services our residents expect for the lowest possible cost. ...

Nature in the Valley: Earth Day 2023 offers hope in nature

With a column entitled Nature in The Valley, it is not surprising that each April, I write an Earth Day piece. I must confess...

Fight in the Museum: 9 questions with Constantin Cotty Nazarie

Constantin Cotty Nazarie is a sculptor who lives in Hamilton. He is a family man, who works as a production supervisor for the world...