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...

Helen Kull: Marking places and People

So, did anyone explore the Historical Markers database...

Ilene Black: Throwing in the towel

I debated long and hard whether I should write this piece. I had planned to, but then I realized that a few of my...

Pia de Jong: The conspiracists next door

National surveys show that more than half of Americans believe in some kind of conspiracy. That the moon landing is a Hollywood production. That...

Wolff: Deer control essential to ecological health of Hopewell Valley

September marks the beginning of fall — my favorite season. The slight chill in the air arrives as the leaves start to color. While...

Fried: We hear your frustrations loud and clear

As if 2020 was not challenging enough, Tropical Storm Isaias lashed New Jersey on Aug. 4 to remind us the ongoing war against COVID-19...

Peter Dabbene: The conveyor belt of yesteryear, the thrill ride of tomorrow?

Amazon.com has made headlines with its apparent interest in purchasing some or all of JCPenny’s assets on the cheap, particularly the bankrupt company’s real...