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...

Joelle DeAngelo: Amid pandemic, athletes focus on what we can control

Editor’s note: Joelle DeAngelo is a three-sport standout at Lawrence High School. Entering her senior year, DeAngelo wrote down her thoughts on how the...

Kevin Nerwinski: A brief description of Lawrence Township’s affordable housing obligations

A long, long time ago, before our lives were changed by the coronavirus, a common event played out at the door to my office...

Anthes: As school year approaches, pandemic continues to reveal hard truths

With September just around the corner, I spent a lot of time last month talking to parents in Hamilton about the upcoming school year....

Helen Kull: Marking time on area roads

If you’re a regular reader of this column, then you are likely interested in learning about the history of Ewing. Maybe you’re even interested...

Kevin Nerwinski: Volunteers provide an invaluable service to the town

DISCLAIMER: This article is intended to shine a light on Lawrence Township’s volunteer firefighters. It is not steeped in facts and data, and will...

Fried: Light at the end of the tunnel

Take a quick bow, Robbinsville. Then let’s get...