Commentary

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: On holding a grudge

Even though the moment for New Year’s resolutions is past and, besides, no one really had any intention of making any such foolish resolutions,...

Peter Dabbene: Star Wars: The Fandom Menace

Like many, I was excited for the release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker last December. From the comfort of a cushioned, reclining...

Lisa Wolff: Considering conservation

A group of like-minded Mercer County non-profits and organizations partnered on an ambitious program, slated for early 2020, intended to secure the future of...

Robin Schore: Cats, not the musical

Social media is currently being called to account for spreading misinformation, violating privacy, manipulating markets, and generally attempting to control the universe. However, the...

From the Robbinsville schools: a picture book is worth a thousand words

Will it surprise you to learn that one of my favorite things to do at this time of year involves visiting the children’s section...

Thomas Kelly: 12 questions with D.J. Haslett

Painter, sculptor, poet and musician are a few titles describing D.J. Haslett. He is an assistant curator for the art displayed at the Hamilton...