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...

A season to celebrate and share Hopewell Valley’s abundance

Each November, I like to do a piece about gratitude. My version of Thanksgiving does not rely on the suggestion of past unity, but...

Ilene Black: The true Jersey girl

Contrary to worldwide belief, true Jersey girls bear little resemblance to what is pictured on TV. Most of us have never had plastic surgery,...

Schore to Please: Living in the computer rage

Even though Election Day is just days away and may well foreshadow a fascist takeover of the nation, and; ...

From Hopewell Township: Demanding change at Trenton Water Works

There is nothing more basic and important than safe drinking water. That is why the State of New Jersey needs to take over Trenton...

Paul Ligeti: The story of West Windsor’s first suburban community

Today, the Historical Society of West Windsor—a 100% volunteer nonprofit that preserves and promotes local history—explores the history of West Windsor’s first suburban development,...

Helen Kull: Stockton’s folly

Driving north along Route 29 beside the D&R feeder canal from Ewing to Lambertville and beyond is lovely and enjoyable. I have done it...