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Hopewell Borough adopts $3.3 million budget for 2020 By ANDREW HARRISON

Staff Writer

Hopewell Borough council members unanimously voted to adopt a $3.33 million budget to fund municipal operations for 2020. Council President C. Schuyler Morehouse, Councilman Chris Fossel, Councilman Ryan Kennedy, Councilman David Mackie, Councilwoman Samara McAuliffe and Councilwoman Debra Stuhler voted “yes” on the measure at a June 4 council meeting. Borough officials are expecting a reduction in revenue during 2020 due to the ongoing corona-

virus pandemic. “The 2020 budget anticipates a reduction in a variety of revenue sources (fees, permits, municipal court fines, interest, etc.). We have tried to factor those reductions into the budget, using best estimates/guesses in this unprecedented time,” said Michele Hovan, borough administrator for Hopewell. “We were able to offset those losses in revenue with reductions in expenditures throughout the budget combined with a slight increase in the use of surplus to keep the levy flat.” The borough is not cutting any specific services with the 2020 budget, Hovan said.

Hopewell Valley’s school district braces for loss in state aid By ANDREW HARRISON

Staff Writer

The coronavirus pandemic continued to alter school budgets when Gov. Phil Murphy announced a $335 million reduction in school aid from the proposed 2020 state budget. As the Murphy administration released specific figures on May 25, Hopewell Valley Regional School District was one of the districts receiving a reduction. The school district’s state aid will drop from $4.02 million to $3.73 million, a decrease of $291,000. According to district administration, they did foresee the pos-

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sibility of a loss in school aid due to the pandemic. “The district believed that a reduction in school aid would be made once the impact of COVID-19 was realized by the state. We believed a larger reduction would be announced and are still bracing for additional cuts over the summer,” Superintendent of Schools Thomas Smith said. “Until the appropriations act is signed, the revised state aid is not finalized. Should the reduction stand the district will have to address the $291,000 loss in state aid.” He added he is confident that small reductions in many areas can mitigate the current reduction they are facing. “For example, I am anticipating a reduced premium increase in property and casualty insurance due to COVID-19 similar to what people have been experiencing with their own insurance coverages,” Smith said. “No programs will experience a significant impact.” When the Hopewell Valley Regional Board of Education adopted the district’s $92.3 million budget for the 2020-21 school year in April, the budget proposed a reduction of four fulltime teachers (two from the K-5

“There is an expectation that some operational costs will decrease due to the cancellation of events, utilities for buildings and maintenance, etc.,” she said. Residential and commercial property owners are projected to pay a $1.99 million tax levy to support the 2020 budget. The budget does not include an increase in the municipal tax rate, which is expected to remain stable at 62.9 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. The owner of an average home that is still assessed at $426,000 will pay $2,679 in municipal taxes to support the budget. Municipal taxes are one item

on a property owner’s total tax bill, which also includes school taxes and Mercer County taxes. The amount an individual pays in taxes is determined by the assessed value of his home and/or property, and the tax rate that is set by each taxing entity. The 2019 budget totaled $3.26 million. Residential and commercial property owners paid a tax levy of $1.99 million to support the budget. In the 2019 budget, officials used $271,000 from the surplus funds as revenue in the budget. For 2020, officials will use $304,000 from the surplus funds as revenue in the budget.

In addition to property taxes and funds from surplus, revenues in the 2020 budget are projected to include $657,000 in miscellaneous revenues and $170,000 in state aid. The borough’s appropriations for 2020 include: $578,000 in salary and wages, $520,000 in shared service agreements, $435,000 (debt service), $247,000 to sewer, $175,000 in capital improvements and $171,000 to insurance. Hopewell Borough’s budget covers the cost of providing public safety, general government, public works, salaries and wages, shared service agreements, and insurance.

Hundreds join March for Change rally in Pennington

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Hundreds of area residents attended the Pennington March for Change rally at the Pennington Municipal Building and Police Department on June 7.

level and two from Hopewell Valley Central High School), one administrative position and one secretary’s position. Smith said the district does not anticipate making additional staff reductions with the loss in aid. “At this time, we do not plan on making reductions to staff but will continue to monitor our class sizes and specific needs of students to determine the appropriate level of staffing for Sep-

tember,” he said. “We will be examining any request to replace retiring or leaving staff members closely as we normally do.” The district has established a Return to School Committee to deal with the potential additional costs of COVID-19 with the uncertainty of next year’s return to school. “We are identifying areas where additional costs may occur such as the purchase of personal

protective equipment, disinfectant products, additional materials for the support of remote learning should we have to continue with that in some format, transportation and food service,” Smith said. “As in standard operating procedure, we will continue to closely monitor our purchasing and look for savings and reductions that can help address areas where additional support is needed.”

Hopewell Township Committee releases statement on death of George Floyd

Members of the Hopewell Township Committee released a collective statement denouncing the death of George Floyd and calling for an end to racial injustice. “All of us on the Hopewell Township Committee are outraged by the murder of George Floyd. Like all of you, we have watched protests spread from Minneapolis to cities across the United States. Tens of thousands of people have protested peacefully. “In Trenton on May 31, a few opportunists decided to move from protest to destruction and

violence. As a result, residents woke on the morning of June 1 to see their city damaged. We recognize the need for change and understand this was far from an isolated incident. We support and honor those who protest peacefully, and we renounce opportunists who overshadow the desire for a better America for people of color by looting and burning. “Words spoken decades ago resonate today. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, ‘Hate begets hate; violence begets violence; toughness begets a greater toughness. We must meet the forces of hate with the power of

love.’ And Senator Robert Kennedy noted that when a person stands up for an ideal, acts to improve the lot of others, or strikes out against injustice, that person ‘sends forth a tiny ripple of hope, and crossing each other from a million different centers of energy and daring, those ripples build a current which can sweep down the mightiest walls of oppression and resistance.’ “We stand with black Americans. Killing black women and men has to stop. We look forward to working with other Hopewell Valley community leaders, especially leaders of color, to under-

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CALENDAR Editor’s Note: Please call before attending any event. As of press time, certain restrictions were still in place due to the coronavirus outbreak. cluding basic dance instructions. stories of the land, animals, people and indusNow open • Sunday, June 14 at 1 p.m. Video stream tries that make the reserve a state and national The weekly Sunday Farmers Market at of Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro from the Festreasure. NJ State Museum, 205 W. State St., Duke Farms is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. tival’s 2015 production. This opera will be Trenton. For more information, visit tinyurl. Sundays, through Sept. 27. streamed only once. com/y2qgvkqs. Social distancing and safety precautions More details on these events, plus a full will apply. list of “Virtually Yours” events in the remainOnly the farmers market will be open to Mon., July 6-Fri., July 10 the public. Duke Farms park and trails remain ing three weeks of the season, may be viewed Princeton Photo Workshop has transat https://princetonfestival.org/virtually- lated many of its photography classes, inclosed. Duke Farms is located at 1112 Dukes yours/. cluding photography basics, photo editing, Parkway West, Hillsborough. portrait photography, composition, and black For more information, visit the Duke Farms Market Facebook page or www.dukefarms.org

Sun., June 14

Supporters of Housing Initiatives of Princeton (HIP) will gather at 5 p.m. June 14 via Zoom for the annual Garden Party Fundraiser. HIP’s mission is to help lowincome working families and individuals in and around Princeton avoid homelessness by providing transitional housing and temporary rental assistance, along with “wrap around” services for self-sufficiency. Frederick Wherry, a Townsend Martin, Class of 1917 professor of Sociology at Princeton University and director of the Dignity and Debt Network will present his work on debilitating debt and how neighbors who’ve been forced into unemployment by the COVID crisis will take on debt loads they won’t be able to repay after the crisis passes. Attendance is free but sponsorships will be accepted. Registration is required. For more information, email info@housinginitiativesofprinceton.org or visit https://housinginitiativesofprinceton.org

Through Sun., June 14

“Virtually Yours,” the free online performing arts series from The Princeton Festival, will be available at www.princetonfestival.org or its Facebook page from the day they launch through the end of June. Most streams begin at 9 a.m., unless otherwise noted. • Friday, June 12 at 8 p.m.: The Princenton Festival Baroque Orchestra’s 2019 Festival concert, featuring music of C.P.E. Bach, Vivaldi, Zelenka, Corelli, and Lully. Available on WWFM radio and the www.wwfm.org website. This concert will be streamed only once. • Saturday, June 13, beginning 5 p.m.: Fleur Seule Latin band’s Video Playlist, in-

Thurs., June 18

The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber will hold its Women of Achievement awards ceremony virtually from 10-11 a.m. on June 18. Dr. Kemi Alli of the Henry J. Austin Health Center, Caryn Barnes of Langan Engineering, Judith Hutton of YMCA Princeton and Ana Montego of the American Red Cross are the 2020 honorees. Tickets are $30 for members or $40 for future members. Ads and sponsorships begin at $50; ad deadline is June 8. For ticket or sponsorship information, visit web.princetonmercerchamber.org

Sat., June 27 and Sun., June 28

Clean Up Weekend in Cranbury. This is the weekend to dispose of large household items that are too large to fit into the trash bin, or unwanted items not worthy of donating. No household trash, construction from contractors, household hazardous waste, paint or carcasses will be accepted.

Sun., June 28

Historical and architectural walking tours of Cranbury. The tour is approximately two hours long, covering the history and architecture of the oldest founded village in New Jersey (1697). A contribution of $7 per person is suggested; proceeds go to the Cranbury Historical and Preservation Society. 2 p.m. Cranbury Museum, 4 Park Place E., Cranbury. To register, call tour guide Richard Moody at 609-819-1359. Preserving the Pinelands: Albert Horner’s Portraits of a National Treasure. The exhibit will feature images which capture the beauty and landscapes of New Jersey’s Pinelands National Reserve by photographer Albert Horner, and artifacts from the NJ State Museum’s collections which tell some of the

The Pennington School congratulates the Class of 2020

Ian Cavalcanti de Albuquerque Julianna Marie Alito Sophia Cristina Amaro Andres Eduardo Argueta Leah Marie Balerna Hope Olivia Blair Jacob Hurley Bongiovi Jordan Michael Bostick Carlo Broccolini Chad Joseph Brunner Abigail Blair Bulger George Timlin Burditt Vincent Andrew Colalillo Kelli Lynn Collins Annelise Faustine Cornet Charlotte Bess Diamond Andrew Michael DiDomenico Tori Falyn Dorfman Carlos Duato Robert Ney Dusek III Rickey Benjamin Eng Olivia Layne Ernst John Paul Fancher Reid Rana Gajewski Aidan Mark Gross El Hadji Ousmane Gueye Blake Hart Gavin Hart Ameer Mateen Hasan Elise Faith Hawkey Caroline Frances Heffern Olivia Marguerite Heimann Maxwell Anderson Henry

Erin Nicole Heyeck Logan Janáe Hill John William Hoblitzell Severin Ilya Ihnat Aidan Roy Israel Nicole Johan-Wisnierski Kofoworola Ibironke Jolaoso Maria Dimitria Khartchenko Promise Lyn Klink Jenna Kari Kollevoll Daniel Franklin Kottcamp Deon Jamal Kraft Shreya Krishnan Alexa Elizabeth Lepold Xinyi Li Nashay Cierra Little Mingjia Liu Christopher Warfield Long Katherine Zelda Long Meng Lu Jon-Henri Thomas Marlow Edwin Alejandro Marmolejos Jordan Christian Matthews Mitchell Damiano Mavellia Samantha Jeanne Mazzoni Malcolm John McGill Jayne Tierney McGrath Anna Quaid McLaughlin Laura Katherine Mertz William James Miller Yaoxin Mo Gabriela Carolina Montero Jonathan Lawrence Moskowitz

Molly Katherine Nelson Aaron Louis Orshan Connor James Ort Lucas Jordan Ort Marta Ortiz Griffin Francis Papa Deep Manish Patel Luis Fernando Paúl Julia Rose Peters Sophia Antonina Petrone-Gramer Brooke Avery Riley Timothy James Riley Ethan Michael Rizzuto Grace Caroline Roberts Kostiantyn Rogankov Artem Rukavishnikov Raul Ankoor Shah Sydney Ash Shah Matthew Jacob Shipley Karis Yan Mei Sneed Jenna Elizabeth Yasser Soliman Kenzo Alexander Takeda Peter Arshag Tarpinian Frederick William Tewell Tsung Yuen Tung Alexandria Catherine Ume Harper Farrington Usiskin Alexander Robert Wallace Jacob Ian Washton Carter Smith Williams Huiyu Yang Lila June Yazujian Yiren Zhou

and white photography, into fully interactive remote classes. Summer Photo Camp for Teens will be held from July 6-10 and from Aug. 10-14 via Zoom since the workshop is closed through at least September. Camp will start at 10 a.m. for about four hours. Campers will learn the basics of taking better pictures, including camera settings, composition and using light to capture the image you envision. After a break for lunch, campers will learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic to download, edit, organize and creatively process photos. At the end of each virtual day, campers will then be assigned photo exercises. New experiences will include how to do virtual portraits, experimenting with abstract art photography and an exploration of science-fiction-like worlds with renowned Macro photographer Don Komarechka, direct from his home in Ontario. Requirements are a digital camera and computer. To register, visit princetonphotoworkshop.com/remotecamp

Mon., July 13

Princeton PFLAG meeting. PFLAG is a support group for families and friends of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) individuals. Peer-facilitated discussion and information sharing in a safe, confidential, non-judgmental setting. Refreshments. Newcomers welcome. Serving Central New Jersey and beyond. 7-9 p.m. Trinity Church, 33 S. Mercer St., Princeton. Visit pflagprinceton.org for more information.

Tues., July 14

Disney Institute 2020. The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton will host Disney Institute: Disney’s Approach To Leadership Excellence. This course is based on a time-tested approach demonstrated by leaders. They’ve learned that leaders who intentionally nurture an environment of mutual trust and respect tend to drive stronger employee performance, which leads to exceptional customer service—and ultimately— improved business results. 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Robert Wood Johnson Conference Center @ RWJ Fitness & Wellness, 3100 Quakerbridge Road. To register, visit tinyurl.com/uy8oxey.

Thurs., July 16

The Mercer County Senior Art Show will be available online from July 23 to Aug. 7. Any Mercer County resident age 60 or older can submit an entry. Deadline is July 16. The closing reception and award ceremony is planned for 1-2 p.m. Aug. 7 via Zoom. Winners will be notified of the Zoom code closer to the reception date. All first place winners are automatically included in the New Jersey Senior Citizen Art Show. For the registration link, visit mercercounty.org. For more information, call Cheryl Reed at 609-989-6899 or email chreed@mercercounty.org.

The Pennington Class of 2020 will be matriculating at the following colleges and universities: Allegheny College • American University • Arcadia University • Bryant University • Bucknell University University of California–San Diego • Carnegie Mellon University • University of Chicago • College of Charleston • University of Colorado–Boulder • Cornell University • University of Delaware • Denison University • Dickinson College • Drew University • Drexel University • Duke University • Elon University Emerson College • Emory University • Eugene Lang College of Liberal Arts at The New School • Five Towns College • Fordham University • George Washington University • Gettysburg College • Grinnell College High Point University • IE University Madrid • Indiana University–Bloomington • Ithaca College • Lehigh University • Louisiana State University • Macalester College • Marist College • University of Miami • Miami University of Ohio • Muhlenberg College • University of New Haven • New York University • University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill • Northwestern University • University of Notre Dame • Pennsylvania State University • University of Pittsburgh • Princeton University • Purdue University • Rider University University of Rochester • Rutgers University • Seton Hall University • Skidmore College • University of St Andrews • St. Lawrence University • State University of New York–Oneonta • Syracuse University University of Tampa • Temple University • Texas Christian University • Thomas Jefferson University– East Falls • Tulane University • Ursinus College • Vanderbilt University • Wellesley College • Wesleyan University • West Chester University of Pennsylvania • University of Wisconsin–Madison

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Friday, July 31

Nominations are being accepted in 10 categories for an annual recognition program to celebrate individuals, businesses and governments for extraordinary commitment to recycling. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), in conjunction with the Association of New Jersey Recyclers, annually recognizes excellence in recycling to highlight program successes achieved by individuals, agencies, businesses and others whose efforts help keep New Jersey communities clean and healthy. Applications may be submitted in these categories: Institution, Business, Retail Merchant, Government, Leadership, Rising Star, Recycling Industry, Outstanding Educator/ Educational Program, Volunteer Citizen and Source Reduction/Resource Management/ Sustainability. Nominations are due by July 31 and awardees will be notified in September. Award winners will be honored at the Association of New Jersey Recyclers Symposium and Awards Luncheon scheduled Oct. 14 in Neptune. To view the application and information packet, visit www.nj.gov/dep/dshw/recycling/awards.htm or www.recycle.nj.gov.

Fri., August 7

Watch an artist create a masterpiece before your eyes. Part art studio, part rock group, part creation lab, Artrageous takes audiences on a visual journey and high-energy ride of inspiration, creativity and engagement, paying tribute to a variety of art forms, icons and musical genres. It’s a frenzy of movement and color as lines and brush strokes appear on giant canvasses, culminating in a gallery of fabulous finished paintings. 7 p.m. Aug. 7, Raritan Valley Community College, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg. Tickets are $30-$40.

Sat., August 8

Relive the experience of a live Motown concert, circa 1964, during “Shadows of the ’60s.” For all ages. 8 p.m. Aug. 8, Raritan Valley Community College, 118 Lamington Road, Branchburg. Tickets are $30-$40.

Mon., Aug. 10-Fri., Aug. 14

Princeton Photo Workshop has translated many of its photography classes, including photography basics, photo editing, portrait photography, composition, and black and white photography, into fully interactive remote classes. Summer Photo Camp for Teens will be held Aug. 10-14 via Zoom since the workshop is closed through at least September. Camp will start at 10 a.m. for about four hours. Campers will learn the basics of taking better pictures, including camera settings, composition and using light to capture the image you envision. After a break for lunch, campers will learn how to use Adobe Photoshop Lightroom Classic to download, edit, organize and creatively process photos. At the end of each virtual day, campers will then be assigned photo exercises. New experiences will include how to do virtual portraits, experimenting with abstract art photography and an exploration of science-fiction-like worlds with renowned Macro photographer Don Komarechka, direct from his home in Ontario. Requirements are a digital camera and computer. To register, visit princetonphotoworkshop.com/remotecamp Please see CALENDAR, Page 10

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SCOTUS receives New Jersey’s response as court decides whether to hear PennEast case By Andrew Harrison Staff Writer

The U.S. Supreme Court has received a response from the state of New Jersey in opposition to a petition by the PennEast Pipeline Company, requesting the court hear its appeal of lower court decision denying the condemning of 42 parcels of state-owned land for its $1 billion pipeline project. The brief was filed by the state on Jun. 2. Points the state argued in urging the high court to deny hearing PennEast’s petition included the notion that PennEast incorrectly argues the Constitution in regards to private parties ability to sue states under the Natural Gas Act (NGA). NGA regulates the transportation and sale of natural gas for interstate distribution and commerce, according to NGA documents. “The state’s argument is that the Congress can delegate the power of eminent domain to a private company, but in this particular case Congress did not also grant to a private company the federal government’s ability to sue a state,” said Tim Duggan, a partner

with Stark and Stark, Lawrence Township, with experience in eminent domain. Stark and Stark is representing property owners against the pipeline project. “The state’s argument is simple: a private company cannot sue a state in federal court,” he said. He added that the only way that would happen is if Congress did in fact allow that ability when the legislative body adopted the NGA. The petition previously filed by PennEast prior to the state’s brief is called “Petition for Writ of Certiorari” (a written request for review). This petition has to be filed in order for the U.S. Supreme Court to hear a case. PennEast is arguing that the NGA authorizes a private gas company to exercise the federal government’s power of eminent domain to secure the construction of an interstate pipeline if the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) grants a company a certificate for a project. “The Third Circuit’s decision effectively invalidates an Act of Congress and will disrupt how the natural gas industry has oper-

were granted a two-year extension from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to complete the construction of pipeline project facilities. FERC is a federal independent agency that regulates the interstate transportation of electricity, natural gas and oil. Over the course of 2019, PennEast faced several setbacks in the New Jersey portion of the pipeline. In November, the company made the decision to appeal its federal appeals case to the U.S. Supreme Court. The decision came in light of a November ruling by Third Circuit Court of Appeals, denying PennEast’s request to rehear a case concerning the condemning of 42 parcels of New Jersey state-owned land for PennEast’s pipeline project. Due to that denial and opinion by the third circuit, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection also denied the company’s Freshwater Wetlands Permit application siting that PennEast’s application could not be “administratively complete” because of the circuit’s decision.

ated for the past eighty years to boot,” PennEast representatives stated in the petition. According to the U.S. Supreme Court, the court’s 2020-21 term for hearing cases begins in October. “PennEast has taken the position that this is such a game changer and gives the state veto powers that it will have a huge impact on the ability to build natural gas pipelines across the country,” Duggan said. “The company’s biggest challenge is the simplicity of the state’s argument.” The construction of the 116-mile long natural gas pipeline is a $1 billion project from Pennsylvania into New Jersey. If the pipeline project were to be constructed, its construction would occur in the Hopewell area, while the New Jersey leg of the pipeline accounts for about one-third of the total project. “I think the U.S. Supreme Court will make its decision on whether to hear the case pretty quickly. Then it will be a longer process for the briefing on oral arguments,” Duggan said. “We are in step one.” In February, PennEast Pipeline officials

Images of Lawrence Hopewell Trail will contribute to sense of community By Lea Kahn Staff Writer

Geese gliding along the surface of Rosedale Lake. A rhododendron bush in full flower. A tumble-down fence. Whether it is a photograph, a drawing, a painting or a video, these are among the images that can be captured in the Lawrence Hopewell Trail’s “Art on the Trail” program that launched June 1. There is no cost to participate. The goal of “Art on the Trail” is to encourage users to look at the Lawrence HopewelL Trail through a different lens. The Lawrence Hopewell Trail is a 20-plus-mile pedestrianand bicycle-friendly trail that wends its way through Lawrence and Hopewell townships. The Lawrence Hopewell Trail is all about connecting and contributing to a sense of community, which has been heightened during the COVID-19 pandemic, said Becky Taylor. She is the co-president of the Lawrence Hopewell Trail Corp., which maintains the trail. “During this difficult time, we know people want to connect and to be creative, but also to be safe. This arts program is designed to enable everyone who has an appreciation for the trail to celebrate it,” Taylor said.

“They can draw, paint, photograph or take a video capturing something special on the trail in any one of three ways. They can visit the trail – honoring social distancing guidelines – or they can be inspired by the photos featured on the LHT website,” Taylor said. The third option is to simply imagine a view, and then capture it on paper or digitally, she said. The “Art on the Trail” program will run through next spring, and will feature a new theme every other month. During June and July, the theme is landscapes. The deadline to submit artwork is July 31. August and September will feature flora and fauna, with a Sept. 30 deadline to turn in artwork. October and November will focus on the theme of waterways along the trail. It could be Rosedale Lake, or a stream. December and January will target still-life “found objects” on the trail. The deadline for submission for artwork is Nov. 30 for the four-month period. Architecture is the theme for February and March. There are bridges that cross the stream, and fences, Taylor said. The deadline to submit photographs, drawings, videos or other art forms is March 31. To wrap up the year-long “Art on the Trail” program, participants are invited to

submit self-portraits taken on the trail for April and May, in time for the May 31 deadline. A panel will select from among the artwork that has been submitted during each of the themed time frames, Taylor said. Each artist, photographer or videographer will receive publicity and visibility of their artwork on the Lawrence Hopewell Trail website at

www.lhtrail.org. Each person who submits artwork will be asked for a description of their artwork, and to share a little about themselves and their creation. They may be asked about the medium that they chose – crayon, pencil, watercolor, oil or video. For more information, visit https://lhtrail. org/art-on-the-trail/.

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Maybe it starts with a tickle in your throat. Or perhaps you can’t stop sneezing or your nose just won’t stop running. For a second, you wonder: “Do I have the coronavirus?” Chances are, your itchy throat and runny nose are more likely caused by seasonal allergies than COVID-19. Nonetheless, your symptoms are nothing to sneeze at. If you are concerned, contact your doctor for an evaluation. While it may seem like reaching out to your physician could be difficult during the pandemic, the truth is that doctors are generally available by phone or through a videoconferencing system. Overreaction of Body’s Immune System Seasonal allergies — or allergic rhinitis — affect as many as 60 million adults and children throughout the United States, according to the American College of Allergies, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). They develop when the body’s immune system overreacts to something in the environment, like mold spores and pollens from grass, trees and weeds. Seasonal allergies typically occur in spring, summer, and early fall and cause a range of symptoms. Anyone can develop allergies, but they tend to run in families, meaning if one or both your parents had allergies, you’re likely to have them, too. Allergies or COVID-19? Despite often being referred to as hay fever, seasonal allergies — unlike the coronavirus — don’t cause fevers. Typical symptoms of season allergies include runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, red or watery eyes, and itchy eyes. And while both the coronavirus and allergies can cause tiredness and fatigue, there is little overlap of other symptoms. Symptoms of coronavirus include cough, shortness of breath, sore throat, fever, headaches, body aches and pains, diarrhea, chills/repeated shaking, and loss of taste or smell. Additionally, seasonal allergies come on fast, while symptoms of coronavirus may start gradually and then worsen over time. Though allergy symptoms are not considered life-threatening, they can make life miserable for sufferers and exacerbate other respiratory conditions, such as asthma. They can also lead to sinus infections if left untreated. Finding Relief

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Relief from seasonal allergies can often be found in overthe-counter medicines that reduce symptoms. The two most common types of allergy relief medicines are steroid nasal sprays and antihistamines. Steroid nasal sprays can significantly reduce nasal congestion as well as sneezing, itching, and a runny nose without the side effects of steroid medication taken by mouth or injection. These nasal sprays are the single most effective drug class for treating allergic rhinitis, according to the ACAAI. Antihistamines counter the effects of histamine, the chemical your body releases when you have an allergic reaction and the one that makes you itch and sneeze. Nasal sprays and antihistamines are widely available over the counter, and depending on the severity of your symptoms, may be all you need to find relief. Your doctor may also recommend decongestants, eye drops, and saline nasal sprays, and in some cases, prescription strength medicine may be necessary. People who suffer from severe allergies or who experience side effects from medications may consider immunotherapy. This treatment approach, typically administered through a series of injections over time, is designed to help your body build a resistance to the specific allergens that trigger your symptoms. Avoiding Triggers While medications can be effective, the best way to reduce seasonal allergy symptoms is to avoid triggers altogether. The

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ACAAI offers the following tips: • Stay indoors as much as possible when pollen counts are at their peak, usually during the midmorning and early evening and when wind is blowing pollen around. • Avoid using window fans that can draw pollen and mold into the house. • Wear glasses or sunglasses when outdoors to minimize the amount of pollen getting into your eyes. • Don’t hang clothing outdoors to dry as pollen can cling to towels or sheets. • Keep windows closed and use air conditioning in your car and home. Penn Connected Health Virtual Visit If allergy season is getting the best of you, or if think your symptoms might be related to the coronavirus, call your doctor. Patients of Princeton Medicine physicians have access to Penn Connected Health Virtual Visit, which allows existing patients and their provider to connect remotely, either by telephone or a secure video call. In certain instances, in-office visits are also available. To find a primary care physician affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton Health, call 1-888-742-7496 or visit www. princetonhcs.org/directory. Sari L. Yehuda, M.D., is board certiﬁed in internal medicine and pediatrics and is a member of Penn Medicine Princeton Health medical staff.

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Urban farms taking off in New Jersey When you think of farming in New Jersey, what comes to mind? Maybe huge rolling fields planted in rows of crops, or cows grazing in a pasture with a picturesque red barn? New Jersey has lots of farms like those, but farming in the nation’s most densely populated state is so much more. Picture this: a thriving farm in Trenton, created on a onceneglected, trash-strewn lot, now supplies fresh produce to a local soup kitchen; community gardens in Camden, Newark and other cities, where residents grow their own vegetables and build friendships with fellow gardeners; and farmers’ markets popping up in inner city neighborhoods with few supermarkets. Such green oases are needed in our cities now more than ever, as urban and diverse populations have been especially hard hit by the health and economic impacts of COVID-19, and have long suffered disproportionate impacts of air pollution and environmental pollution. Urban agriculture is growing in the Garden State, as increasing numbers of cities work to improve access to fresh, healthy foods. For decades, many urban residents have lived in “food deserts” without a supermarket within a mile of their home. One exciting recent success story is Capital City Farm in Trenton, opened in 2016 on two acres in an industrial area. The abandoned property had been a dumping ground for debris over the years, but a partnership led by D&R Greenway Land Trust was formed, including Isles, Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, Rescue Mission and others who saw its potential and transformed it into a healthy green oasis. Last year, Capital City Farm grew dozens of fruit and vegetable varieties, yielding more than 1,000 pounds of produce. More than 80% went to the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen, whose meals included daily fresh salads, and most of the rest was sold at a local farmers’ market. This year is a challenging one for Capital City Farm, due to the COVID-19 crisis and a transition in management from D&R Greenway to a new nonprofit known as the Garden State Agrihood Project. Because of the coronavirus pandemic and social distancing restrictions, Capital City Farm can’t depend on student interns and volunteers this summer to plant, tend and harvest crops. “It’s been difficult but we’re still standing,” said board member Beth Feehan, who has taken on most of the day-today responsibilities of keeping the farm going. “This has to continue. Everyone deserves decent food.” Thanks to a $20,000 grant from the Princeton Area Community Foundation secured by the New Jersey Conservation Foundation, the Garden State Agrihood Project has been able to hire contract employees to work on the farm. Although Capital City Farm’s spring planting got off to a late start, Feehan said it turned out to be a blessing in disguise because of the killing frost in May that damaged crops at so many other New Jersey farms. If all goes well this summer, Capital City Farm will continue to donate most of its produce to the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen – which, because of COVID-19, is now distributing packaged meals to go instead of hosting sit-down meals.

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Feehan also hopes to establish a new farm stand this summer on part of the Capital City Farm property. And plans are under way to add heating to the farm’s large greenhouse so that food can be grown year-round. Feehan said part of the Garden State Agrihood Project’s mission is to create entrepreneurial opportunities, like urban residents making food products with produce grown at Capital City Farm. “We might have someone who makes and sells their own tomato sauce with tomatoes grown at the farm,” she explained. And as the pandemic has illustrated, said Feehan, urban communities can’t depend solely on large national and international food supply systems. There must be local and regional food systems in place as well. “This is a moment when agriculture is not just about rural farms,” she said. Rutgers University Urban Extension & Engagement Research Associate Meredith Taylor added, “Rutgers has been working closely with urban farmers across the state. We hope to provide greater technical assistance and support, particularly to urban growers with entrepreneurial aspirations.” Throughout New Jersey this summer and fall, New Jersey cities will be relying on urban farms, community gardens and farmers’ markets to supply fresh and healthy foods to residents. New Jersey Conservation Foundation’s Jay Watson has been engaged in Capital City Farm from the beginning. “That space was successful even before the first tomato was picked,” he said, adding that “the benefits of reclaiming the space, engaging the community, hiring local residents and simply creating beauty has been immeasurable, especially at this complicated time in our history. It is a very special place.” The Garden State has hundreds of urban farms, gardens and markets, including those run by the Greater Newark Conservancy, the Center for Environmental Transformation in Camden, Grow It Green Morristown, Isles in Trenton, and City Green in Paterson and Clifton. To learn more about Capital City Farm and the Garden State Agrihood Project, visit https://thegsap.org/. For more information about urban agriculture in other parts of the state, visit the Isles website at www.isles.org, Greater Newark Conservancy at www.citybloom.org, Center for Environmental Transformation at www.cfet.org, City Green at www.citygreenonline.org, and Grow It Green Morristown at www.growitgreenmorristown.org. To find farmers markets and farm stands in New Jersey, visit https://findjerseyfresh.com/explore/. Another listing of farmers markets can be found at the Edible Jersey website at https://ediblejersey.ediblecommunities.com/shop/new-jersey-farmers-market-guide. And for more information about preserving New Jersey’s land and natural resources, visit the New Jersey Conservation Foundation website at www.njconservation.org or contact me at info@njconservation.org. Michele S. Byers is the executive director of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation, Far Hills. She may be reached at info@njconservation.org

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Large-scale research project focuses on horse-human bond for veterans with PTSD The Equine Science Center has announced its fundraising initiative kickoff for a largescale research project focusing on Equine Assisted Activities & Therapies (EAAT) for veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) which will coincide with June’s Month of the Horse in New Jersey. The research project, conducted by the Equine Science Center at Rutgers University, will focus on the horse-human bond, and how EAAT affects both humans and horses during these types of therapy sessions. “It is important that we are not only able to fund the research that will be conducted, but also cover all costs associated with the veterans who will be volunteering their time for this important cause,” Center Director Dr. Karyn Malinowski said in a prepared statement. “This will be the first time research conducted with EAAT will measure the same physiological markers of stress and wellbeing simultaneously in both the horses and veterans.” The proposed project, an 8-week research trial by Ph.D. candidate Ellen Rankins, will examine equine and human health in the treatment of PTSD specifically within the New Jersey veteran population. “The study will look at how the interactions between the horses and humans, sometimes referred to as a ‘horse/human bond’ affect one another,” Rankins said in the statement. “Not only will data be collected during the trial period, we will also follow up with the participants to observe how long these changes are sustained over time.” Rankins looks to enlist 120 participants for the project. From this group, 30 combat veterans diagnosed with PTSD will be selected to go through the therapy sessions. Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer (NJ-12) serves on the Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee and is himself a veteran having served in the United State Army. “Growing up I saw first-hand the bond between horses and people, myself included, and the good that can come from that connection” Dancer said in the statement. “But when we then go to get these types of equine therapies covered by insurance, the first question asked is, ‘Where is the data, show me the science to prove that this type of therapy

works.’ My hope is that the research conducted at the Equine Science Center will be able to scientifically demonstrate the effectiveness of EAAT.” While non-essential research at Rutgers is currently on hold, the research funding initiative launched and donations can be made by visiting http://give.rutgers.edu/escresearch. The center’s major fundraising event will be Rutgers Giving Day on June 17. The first $10,000 will be matched by UMH Properties, Inc., on behalf of Sam Landy. To help with this challenge-match, visit https://givingday.rutgers.edu/campaigns/ equine-science-center-research on June 17. The project is a partnership with statewide stakeholders including: the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs; Special Strides in Monroe, where the therapy sessions will be conducted; the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology at Rutgers University; the Office of Veterans and Military Programs and Services at Rutgers; and the Rutgers Business School – Military and Veteran Engagement Programs. For more information, contact Kyle Hartmann at kylehart@njaes.rutgers.edu, or for information about donating to the project, contact Roz Beberman at roz.beberman@rutgers.edu or 848-932-3593.

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The Princeton Ballet School performs its annual school show virtually

One of the Princeton Ballet School classes prior to COVID-19.

birthday celebration on June 13 will have a particularly graceful, albeit virtual, demeanor, when the Princeton Ballet School (PBS) of the American Repertory Ballet performs its annual school show. In past years, the show has graced the stage of the Patriot’s Theater of the Trenton War Memorial in front of hundreds of audience members, but this year the audience members, including myself, will be sitting in front of personal screens in the comfort of their homes. And I will be jumping for joy over the accomplishments of the PBS administrators, faculty and students as they leap and twirl on their own personal stages. The special video show, which is celebrating the 65th anniversary of the school, will feature 150 PBS students doing excerpts from four ballets originally staged by Princeton Ballet School founder Audrée

Estey. The performance video, made available after June 13, will feature new choreography plus small sections of ballets from Princeton Ballet School’s full-length original productions: Cinderella (1955); Nutcracker (1956); Sleeping Beauty (1957); Coppelia (1960). “Because our dancers and families could not experience the annual spring performance in-person this year, we are creating a video montage to help celebrate their hard work, passion, and technical and artistic growth,” ARB Executive Director Julie Diana Hench said. “More than ever, our families and dancers need the beauty and healing artistry of ballet. Our students and faculty did not let fear paralyze their creativity, discipline, commitment and courage to work everyday from living rooms, kitchens, bedrooms and backyards. Our video performance is a reflection of

this reality and the strong message these children have sent us while staying at home, that they are determined to dance,” said Aydmara Cabrera, director of the PBS. Highland Park resident Lily Solomon, who has been a PBS student for nine years and my granddaughter for 13 years, loves performing and is really pleased that the school figured out a way to have the show go forward. “This might not be the same as performing live in a theater, but for me, the ballet rehearsals for the show are making quarantine so much better,” said Lily, who was impressed with how creative and adaptable the school has been. The online format did not change the program choices. Many elements of the school show will remain the same as in past productions, starting with the announcement of merit scholarship recipients for the 2020-21 school year and a

special segment honoring the graduating seniors. There have been challenges to doing this sort of production, but the producers think the final product, nevertheless, will be very rewarding. The length of the production was shortened, and the program was designed to focus on specific dances. It was not possible for dancers to perform a pas de deux together, for example, or for the faculty to choreograph seamless scene transitions without having dancers physically in the same space. “Choreography also had to be adapted for students to safely perform in their individual spaces, while giving them the chance to work together as a group and connect with their teachers and cohorts,” Hench said. Classes and rehearsals are being conducted via Zoom, with individualized coaching and group instruction. The team coordinated a COVID-safe, drive-thru costume pickup outside of the Princeton Shopping Center studio, so that students are able to wear their costumes and retain that special part of the performance experience. “Some of the older dancers are being entrusted with tutus from our wardrobe department, a privilege they have earned and are embracing during this unprecedented time away from the studio,” Cabrera said. At this time, PBS plans to have the performance video distributed via email to current students and families, with excerpts posted on the website and social media. Although I know this is not an ideal performing venue for the young dancers, it happens to be rather ideal for parents and grandparents who will get to see their cherubs up close and

be able to see their adorable faces as they do their dance routines. In other productions (The Nutcracker and school shows in years past) on the big stage, I was always poking my daughter, an alumna of PBS, and asking, “Which one is Lily?” As far as summer programming, the ballet school is showing the same creativity and determination to bring the students a safe yet meaningful dance experience. The administration will monitor and follow all Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, state and local mandates and recommendations. “Our goal is to continue bringing the joy, beauty, artistry and discipline of dance to all our students – safely,” Hench said. • Summer programs will run July 13-Aug. 14. • Most of the ballet programs and classes will be a hybrid of inperson (if New Jersey allows) and live-stream instruction. For the first time, the Summer Intensive Advanced (ages 13+) has a flexible option for students to do all five weeks, or split the program into two or three week sessions. • The Intermediate program (ages 11-13) and Juniors (ages 9-11) offer families the option to sign up for one-week sessions, or all five weeks of the program. • All summer programs will have small class sizes. • Currently, the school is working on policies and procedures for a gradual reopening that will include strict safety measures both inside and outside the studios. • In the event that the school is able to offer limited in-person instruction, students may still elect to take any of the classes online. For more information, visit www.arballet.org.

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to get a first hand look at how the puts out 270 horsepower at 5,500 resurrection of the one time sales rpm. They marry that engine with an efficient electronic 10-speed leader went. Overall, I like the look of the automatic transmission. The powerplant/ XLT Supercrew. It’s transmission comnot overly large and bination is one of has a rugged aggresthe most impressive sive stance. My tesfeatures of the new ter came equipped Ranger. I found that it with the FX4 off road accelerated and shiftpackage and a black ed smoothly and was appearance packa more than able perage, so it had a very former in city driving “tough guy” stance. and out on the highInside, the ergoway. nomics – while not More impressive overly fancy – were Peter Perrotta are all the various seadequate for a pickup lections for the drivetruck. train. From the center console “I like how they kept it simple gear shifter, you can select either in here,” my 21-year-old son said. The Ranger comes in three regular “drive” or drop in down a models – the XL, XLT and the notch into the “sport” mode for a Lariat – but is only offered with little extra oomph. Next to the gear selector, is a one engine – a 2.3 liter, in line four cylinder engine with ecoboost that transfer case selector where you

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single mom with five girls, and she can count on getting the items they need,” a representative from RISE said in a prepared statement. Willimer has held drag queen quiz nights and other fundraisers. She’s begun donating to her partner organizations bi-weekly, instead of the usual monthly donation, utilizing her regular volunteers by having them sort donations from home, according to the statement. Willimer is asking for donations as well as people who are willing to volunteer remotely. Any organizations in need can also contact her by emailing istg.centralsouthnj@gmail. com or calling 609-933-4126. The local affiliate is located in Pennington.

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Bike riders, joggers should practice courteous measures We all appreciate the ability to get out and walk and run and ride bicycles during this difficult time. But, my daily walks would be much improved if the bike riders and joggers who pass by would either practice social distancing or wear masks. Unfortunately, typically they do neither and just zip by often breathing heavily. David Dobkin Princeton Obituaries

Juanita Lefferts Juanita Lefferts, 83, of Lawrenceville, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 31, 2020 with her loving children by her side. One of 10 children, Juanita was born in Butler, PA, and moved to Philadelphia with her sister in her early twenties. She met the love of her life, Herb, on a blind date, and they were married in 1959. They had 51 years and a wonderful life together, living in Delran and, after retirement, in Absecon. She worked in several jobs throughout her life but especially loved owning and operating a restaurant in Wildwood. She was active in the Eastern Star for many years and was an avid reader. The most important thing to Juanita, however, was her family. She adored her grandchildren and loved spending time with them and hearing their stories. She was forgiving, a good listener, a conﬁdante, and a great source of comfort. She welcomed -- and fed -- anyone who came to her home and was known for her cooking, especially her lasagna, potato salad, and deviled eggs. Nothing made her happier than seeing her family together, especially during the holidays. She was the glue that held us together and will be forever missed.

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Predeceased by her parents Louis and Florence Wasko; her devoted husband Herbert V. Lefferts and their son, Matthew, and daughter, Carol Lee; and her siblings Louis, Ann, Nancy, Andy, Velma, Mitchell, Gerry, and Leroy, she is survived by her beloved children and their spouses, Barbara L. and Kirk Mellits, Amy L. and Dave Middlebrook and Herbert T. Lefferts; her beloved grandchildren E. Zachariah Mellits and his wife Emily and their children Carter and Elliana, Jacob Mellits and his wife Katelyn and their daughter Mackenzie, Rebekah Mellits, Christopher Lefferts, and Alison Middlebrook; and her sister Barbara.

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In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial donations can be made to Zion Lutheran Church, 218 S. Fairview St., Riverside, NJ 08075. To send a condolence to the family, please visit www. poulsonvanhise.com. Arrangements are under the directions of Poulson & Van Hise funeral Directors, Lawrenceville.

Alongside her through it all, was her loving and devoted husband, Walter. Besides commuting together to and from the same school where they taught together for 30 years, you could find them side by side in the third pew every Sunday at St. Ann’s Church, in Lawrenceville, where the St. Ann’s community and her Catholic faith brought her so much joy. She was a member of the Hamilton Township Columbiettes, the Rosary Altar Society, and also served as a catechist. You could always see her and hear her beautiful voice singing in the St. Ann’s adult choir where she sang praises to our heavenly father for 16 years. Barbara’s faith was the stronghold of her life. She started and ended every day in faithful prayer, she embodied the fruits of the spirit and brought so much joy and love to others. She brought that joy on adventures with her husband that took her to 12 countries and numerous states to visit her kids and extended family, experience God’s creation, and even touch the hand of a saint in Pope John Paul II. She also loved music, singing, reading, going to the shore, and playing with her grandkids. She radiated a child-like joy and faith and she finished her life in the same way she started and ended every day, with God. She is dearly missed by her loved ones who celebrate that she is now at peace with her creator. Predeceased by her parents Charles and Dorine Taranowicz and her sister Bernadette Bac, she is survived by her husband Walter A. Czepiga Jr.; her children and their spouses, Carolynn and Scott Johnson and Daniel and Tara Czepiga; three grandchildren, Nathan, Annie, and Benjamin Johnson; sister and brothers-in-law Patricia and Richard Smith, Catherine and Mike Vasil, and Gregory Bac; three nieces and three nephews and their families. Due to recent events and gathering restrictions, funeral services were held privately on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Prayers on that day were appreciated. A celebration of life service will be announced at a later date. In place of flowers, memorial donations can be made to St. Ann’s Church, 1253 Lawrenceville Rd., Lawrenceville, NJ 09648. To send a condolence to the family, please visit www.poulsonvanhise.com Arrangements are under the direction of Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, Lawrenceville.

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Born in Trenton, NJ, Barbara was a resident of Lawrenceville for 70 years. She attended St. Hedwig’s Elementary school and was a graduate of Notre Dame High School (Class of ’67), Mercer County Community College, and Trenton State College (Class of ’73) where she earned a B.S. degree in elementary education. She was a beloved teacher at New Egypt Elementary school in Plumsted Township for 30 years where she taught kindergarten and second grade for the majority of those years followed by ﬁfth grade.

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Due to recent events and gathering restrictions, funeral services and interment will be held privately at Northwood Cemetery, Philadelphia, PA.

Barbara Ann Czepiga, 70, of Lawrenceville, returned to her heavenly home on Friday, May 8, 2020, surrounded by her loving family at Princeton Hospital. Her husband Walt was holding her hand as she left metastatic breast cancer behind and went to live with our Lord and Savior. Her devotion to her family and her ﬁrm belief in God strengthened her through earthly struggle and ultimately gave her peace.

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Redesigned 5K takes more than 155,000 ‘steps to resilience’ Good Grief faced a challenge this spring when COVID-19 restrictions forced the cancellation of one its most important fundraising events: its annual 5K Run and Walk for Hope. Over the previous eight years, the 5K had grown from a small family affair to a large community gathering, drawing more than 1,300 participants to the campus of Giralda Farms in Madison. In 2019, the event raised more than $120,000 in support of grieving children and families in New Jersey, according to information provided by the organization. Legal Notices

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who took more than 12 million steps during the campaign, Good Grief raised more than $155,000 to continue providing free programs to grieving children and families. More than three-quarters of the funds raised came through peer to peer fundraising where participants tap their social networks for support, according to the statement. “It has been so amazing to witness this outpouring of generosity and support at a time when so many people are experiencing challenging circumstances in their lives,” Good Grief CEO Joe Primo said in the statement. “We extend our thanks to everyone who participated in this event. The many steps you have taken are one giant leap for grieving kids.” The event concluded on June 7 with a virtual 5K and celebration recognizing individuals and teams for their outstanding contributions. The top team – Semper Fidelis – raised more than $11,000 in memory of Huan Yang of Summit. The team consisted of Huan’s wife Xia Wang and sons

Yuming Yang and Yuchen Yang. Through hard work and determination, they far surpassed their initial fundraising goal of $1,000, according to the statement. Sponsors recognized for their support of the virtual event included Atlantic Health Systems, Affiliated Management, Inc., Application Consulting Group, Deloitte, JBK Associates, Morris Animal Inn, Private Advisor Group, Sax LLP, Strawn Arnold & Associates, and Terabyte Consulting, LLC.

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TAKE NOTICE that in accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, Chapter 231, P.L. 1975, and in consideration of Executive Order No. 103 issued by Governor Murphy on March 9, 2020 declaring a “State of Emergency and Public Health Emergency in the State of New Jersey,” East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority hereby notifies the public that to protect the health, safety, and welfare of our citizens while ensuring the continued function of the government, a regular meeting of the East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority will take place on Thursday, June 18th , 2020 at 5:00 PM via electronic means only as described below. The meeting agenda is attached.

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Members of the public who wish to participate in the meeting by telephone may do so by contacting (E-Mail) the East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority Executive Director Rbrand@Eastwindsormua.com or by calling 609-443-6000 ext. 7600 for an access code # prior to the start of the meeting. The call in number is (800) 391-2548, followed by the meeting access code: #. Individuals calling into this number will be able to fully participate in the meeting and provide public comment.

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Members of the public who wish to participate in the meeting, the MUA office will be open to the public. Members of the public must be wearing mask and gloves at all times. All members of the public must following the social distancing guidelines. Chairs will be set up in the rotunda area and front walkway for full access to the meeting.

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Copies of the Agenda can be found on https://eastwindsormua.com/2020-meetingarchives/ and at East Windsor MUA office, 7 Wiltshire Drive, East Windsor N.J.. Any members of the public who wants copies of the documents can also contact the East Windsor Municipal Utilities Authority at (609) 443-6000 ext. 7603 for arrangements to view the documents.

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Notice is hereby given that the above entitled Ordinance No. 837 has been finally passed at a duly convened meeting of the Borough Council of the Borough of Hopewell, in the County of Mercer, via teleconference using online meeting technology, held on the 4th day of June, 2020.

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AN ORDINANCE TO PROVIDE FOR AND DETERMINE THE RATE OF COMPENSATION OF OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE BOROUGH OF PENNINGTON, COUNTY OF MERCER, STATE OF NEW JERSEY FOR THE YEAR 2020

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The foregoing ordinance was introduced and approved on first reading at a meeting of the Pennington Borough Council on June 1, 2020. Said ordinance will be considered further at a Public Hearing to be held at the Regular Council Meeting on July 6, 2020 at 7:00 p.m., at Pennington Borough Hall, 30 North Main Street, Pennington, NJ at which time all interested persons may appear for or against adoption. Said ordinance is posted on the bulletin board in Borough Hall and copies are available to the public in the office of the Borough Clerk.

Michele Hovan Borough Administrator/Clerk HVN, 1x, 6/12/2020 Fee: $13.02 NOTICE OF MEETING HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP PLANNING BOARD PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Hillsborough Township Planning Board will hold its regularly scheduled June 25, 2020 business meeting via electronic means only, commencing at 7:30 p.m. Due to the Governorʼs Executive Orders and pursuant to P.L. 2020,c.11, the public may only participate in this meeting remotely as outlined below. Formal action may be taken. Related documents will be available for inspection at https://hillsboroughnj.civicclerk.com/ at least 10 calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting date. At the time of the meeting the public will be given an opportunity to participate as follows: Viewing/Listening Methods: YouTube Livestream https://youtu.be/F1q-zFloVtI USA Toll-Free: 888-204-5987 Enter Meeting Access Code: 2604706 Public Comments Methods: Live stream viewers can type questions, along with your name and address for the record, in the CHAT BOX to the right of the video. Dial-in participants will initially be muted and should listen for instructions as to when the floor will be open to the public for questions and/or comments throughout the meeting. AGENDA (to date): CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCES • Ordinance 2020-17 – Ordinance Amending Chapter 188 “Land Use and Development”, Article V “Districts and Standards” of the Code of the Township of Hillsborough by Addition of a New Section 113.9 “Royce Brook Planned Residential District””. Formal action may be taken by the Board. The public is invited to participate remotely as outlined above. Debora Padgett Planning Board Clerk

TOWNSHIP OF HOPEWELL COUNTY OF MERCER, NEW JERSEY AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A COMPREHENSIVE SALARY AND WAGE PLAN FOR THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPEWELL, MERCER COUNTY, NEW JERSEY, AND TO PROVIDE FOR ITS ADMINISTRATION IN 2020 This ordinance establishes a Year 2020 salary and wage plan and its administration for certain employees and officials of the Township of Hopewell.

A copy of the ordinance is available at no cost at the Municipal Clerk's Office, 201 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, New Jersey during regular business hours and posted on the municipal bulletin board for public inspection.

This Ordinance was introduced and read and passed on first reading at a regular meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Hopewell, County of Mercer on Monday, June 11, 2020. It will be further considered for final passage after public hearing at a meeting of the Hopewell Township Committee to be held on Monday the 22nd day of June 2020, via Zoom Video Communications, beginning at TBD p.m. at which place and time all persons interested will be given an opportunity to be heard concerning said ordinance.

Further instructions concerning the use of this meeting technology, ZOOM PRO, may be found at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us

HVN, 1x, 6/5/2020 Fee: $18.60 Affidavit: $15.00

Other questions concerning the meeting may be addressed to the Borough Clerk at bsterling@penningtonboro.org or by phone at 609-737-0276.

TOWNSHIP OF HOPEWELL COUNTY OF MERCER Notice is hereby given that at a regular meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Hopewell, New Jersey, held on Thursday, the 11th day of June 2020, the following ordinances were read a second time and adopted: O R D I N A N C E N O. 20-1728 ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPEWELL ESTABLISHING A PRIVATE DRIVEWAY EASEMENT WITHIN THE EXISTING RIGHT OF WAY OF BUTTERFOSS AVENUE ___________________________________________________ AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER XXI, “TOWING AND STORAGE” OF THE REVISED GENERAL ORDINANCES OF THE TOWNSHIP OF HOPEWELL

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The annual meeting of the Harbourton Cemetery Association will be held Thursday June 18, 2020 at 6 PM via Zoom. Link can be obtained by calling Harbourton Cemetery at (609)915-4527 HVN, 2x, 6/5/20, 6/12/20 Fee: $11.16 SUNSHINE NOTICE Borough of Pennington 30 North Main Street Pennington, NJ 08534 NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Monday, June 15, 2020 at 7:30 PM the Environmental Commission of the Borough of Pennington will meet for their regular monthly meeting via the internet, accessible by Committee members, meeting participants and the general public, from their computers, through the Borough Website www.penningtonboro.org . The website will provide the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85712733937?pwd=YVhKMHljVTJvOTcvb3hidkRXMzh5QT09

Members of the public will be given instructions at the beginning of the meeting on how they can participate at the time allotted for public comment. The agenda for the meeting will be available on the Borough Website at www.penningtonboro.org

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All applications scheduled to the agenda in question along with related exhibits and reports to date will be available for inspection at https://hillsboroughnj.civicclerk.com/ at least 10 calendar days prior to the scheduled meeting date. At the time of the meeting, members of the public will have an opportunity to be heard by phoning the following AT&T call-in bridge number: 1. USA Toll-Free: 888-204-5987 2. Access Code: 2604706 To help ensure everyone has an opportunity to participate, members of the public are encouraged to notify the Planning & Zoning Department no later than noon on the date of the meeting if they intend to participate by contacting the Planning Board Clerk via email at dpadgett@hillsborough-nj.org. If you are unable to access the application material online at https://hillsboroughnj.civicclerk.com/, please contact the Hillsborough Township Planning & Zoning Department at (908) 369-8382 or dpadgett@hillsborough-nj.org to make arrangements to review the documents.

HB, 1x, 6/12/2020 Fee: $37.20 NOTICE OF PENDING BOND ORDINANCE AND SUMMARY The bond ordinance, the summary terms of which are included herein, was introduced and passed upon first reading at a meeting of the governing body of the Borough of Hopewell, in the County of Mercer, State of New Jersey, on June 4, 2020. It will be further considered for final passage, after public hearing thereon, at a meeting of the governing body to be held at Borough Hall in the Borough, if practicable due to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, or via teleconference using online meeting technology, on July 2, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. During the week prior to and up to and including the date of such meeting, copies of the full bond ordinance will be available at no cost and during regular business hours at the Clerk's office for the members of the general public who shall request the same. The summary of the terms of such bond ordinance follows: Title: BOND ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR VARIOUS ROAD IMPROVEMENTS TO COLUMBIA AVENUE IN AND BY THE BOROUGH OF HOPEWELL, IN THE COUNTY OF MERCER, NEW JERSEY, APPROPRIATING $330,000 THEREFOR AND AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF $330,000 BONDS OR NOTES OF THE BOROUGH TO FINANCE THE COST THEREOF Purpose: Various road improvements to Columbia Avenue (from Princeton Avenue to Elm Street), including all work and materials necessary therefor and incidental thereto Appropriation: $330,000

Other questions concerning the meeting may be addressed to the Borough Clerk at bsterling@penningtonboro.org or by phone at 609-737-0276.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the Hillsborough Township Sign Review Committee held a Teleconference Public Special Reorganization Meeting on May 27, 2020, at 6:30 p.m. at which time the following Annual Meeting Schedule was adopted: HILLSBOROUGH TOWNSHIP SIGN REVIEW COMMITTEE 2020 MEETING SCHEDULE Sign Review Committee meetings begin at 6:30 p.m. prevailing time the last Monday of the month, *unless otherwise specified. January 27 July 27 February 24 August – NO meeting March 30 September 28 April 27 October 26 May 18* November 30 June 29 December 14* January 25, 2021 – Reorganization Meeting (6:30 p.m.) Regular Meeting – Immediately following Meetings are held at the Hillsborough Township Municipal Complex located at 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, NJ 08844. Under the provisions set forth in the Open Public Meetings Act, emergency meetings and/or work sessions may be held with proper notice being given. FORMAL ACTION MAY BE TAKEN. THE PUBLIC IS INVITED TO ATTEND.

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HB, 1x, 6/12/2020 Fee: $40.92 DELAWARE AND RARITAN CANAL COMMISSION OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY TOWNSHIP OF HILLSBOROUGH REQUEST TO RELEASE CONSERVATION EASEMENT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

TAKE NOTICE that, in accordance with the New Jersey Conservation Restriction and Historic Preservation Restriction Act, N.J.S.A. 13:8B-1 et seq., the Delaware and Raritan Canal Commission (Commission) has received a request from the New Jersey Department of Transportation for a partial release of a Conservation Easement due to planned development along the Route 206 corridor. The Conservation Easement was granted by Route 206 Enterprises, LLC. to the Commission on October 24, 2012 and applies to the tax lot listed below. The lot was required to be restricted as a condition of Commission approvals for the proposed development of the lot.

As holder of the Conservation Easement, the Commission is required to conduct a public hearing on the proposed partial release prior to making a final determination on this request. Under N.J.S.A. 13:8B-6, the approval of the Commissioner of the Department of Environmental Protection is also required for this release.

APPLICANT: COMMISION FILE NUMBER: PROJECT DESCRIPTION:

New Jersey Department of Transportation 11-4210 Release of Conservation Restriction due to planned development along the Route 206 Corridor MUNICIPALITY: Township of Hillsborough COUNTY: Somerset PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION AT THE TIME OF PROJECT APPROVAL: Block 141, Lot 30 CURRENT PROPERTY IDENTIFICATION: Block 141, Lot 30.02 Block 141, Lot 30.03 HEARING DATE: June 17, 2020 HEARING TIME: 9:30 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. The public hearing will be held prior to the monthly Commission Meeting. Pursuant to the declared COVID-19 Public Health Emergency and State of Emergency, and in order to maintain recommended social distancing practices, the meeting shall be conducted by means of online platform and teleconference. The public may attend the public hearing by means of online platform and teleconference call; login/dial-in information will be provided with the Delaware and Raritan Canal Commission Monthly meeting notice at https://www.nj.gov/dep/drcc/meeting-info/upcoming-notice/

The Commission invites the public to attend the public hearing and present comments on the requested release. Written comments on the proposed release may also be submitted by July 1, 2020 to:

or Tina Shutz, Section Chief PO Box 600 1035 Parkway Ave. Trenton, NJ 08625-0600 Tina.Shutz@dot.nj.gov

Additional information about this request may be found at: https://www.state.nj.us/transportation/

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NOTICE OF MEETING OF THE LIBRARY BOARD PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 7:00 PM the Library Board of Trustees of the Borough of Pennington will meet for their regular monthly meeting via the internet, accessible by Committee members, meeting participants and the general public, from their computers, through the Borough Website www.penningtonboro.org . The website will provide the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85080690842?pwd=VEZUNXYrUi9oaitRNzIyaTgzQlBFdz09

The agenda for the meeting will be available on the Borough Website at www.penningtonboro.org. Formal Action will be taken. Further instructions concerning the use of this meeting technology, ZOOM PRO, may be found at https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us Other questions concerning the meeting may be addressed to the Borough Clerk at bsterling@penningtonboro.org or by phone at 609-737-0276. Elizabeth Sterling Borough Clerk HVN, 1x, 6/12/2020 Fee: $30.69 Affidavit: $15.00

Take Notice that an application for a Flood Hazard Area Individual Permit has been submitted to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Land Use Regulation for the project described below: Applicant: Project Name:

Public Service Electric and Gas Company (PSE&G) Application for a Flood Hazard Area Individual Permit Extension for the Maintenance of Existing PSE&G Electric Overhead Transmission System Rights-of-Way to Permit the Continued use of Selective Herbicide Application within Riparian Zones

Project Description: The flood hazard area individual permit extension will continue to allow PSE&G to conduct selective herbicide application in riparian zones within its Overhead Electric Transmission System Rights-of-Way in support of its Integrated Vegetation Management/Vegetation Maintenance Program activities. This activity has been previously permitted under a “blanket” permit, issued on June 15, 2015 and set to expire on June 14, 2020 (NJDEP Permit No. 0000-02-0031.2, FHA150001). This application is being sought to extend the previous approval. PSE&G will abide by its strict protocols and standard operating procedures while performing these activities, which are protective of the environment including State open waters and associated riparian zones, as well as the Stateʼs rare, threatened and endangered plant and animal species. The rules governing the above permit is found in the NJDEP's Flood Hazard Area Control Act Rules at N.J.A.C. 7:13. You can view or download these rules on the NJDEP Division of Land Use Regulation website at www.state.nj.us/dep/landuse, or you can find a copy of these rules in the county law library in your county courthouse. The complete permit application package can be reviewed at either the municipal clerkʼs office in the municipalities that the PSE&G Electric Overhead Transmission System travel through or by appointment at the Departmentʼs Trenton Office. The Department of Environmental Protection welcomes comments and any information that you may provide concerning the proposed maintenance activities. Please submit your written comments within 15 calendar days of the date of this notice to: New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Division of Land Use Regulation Mail Code 501-02A P.O. Box 420 Trenton, New Jersey 08625 Attention: Application Support HB. 1x, 6/12/2020, Fee: $44.64 Affidavit: $15.00

Bonds/Notes Authorized: $330,000 Grant Appropriated: $238,465 grant from the State of New Jersey Department of Transportation

John Hutchison, Executive Director Delaware & Raritan Canal Commission PO Box 539 Route 29 Stockton, NJ 08559 John.hutchison@dep.nj.gov

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PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the application submitted by MANNINO SPECIALTIES concerning the parcel known as 73 ROUTE 130, TRENTON, NEW JERSEY 08620 on block 28, lot 4 will be considered at a public hearing on JUNE 25, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. at the TOWNSHIP OF BORDENTOWN MUNICIPAL BUILDING, MUNICIPAL DRIVE via electronic means due to the Covid-19 pandemic unless further notice is given. The applicant will seek an additional 16 sq/ft sign depicting the name of the establishment (Villa Mannino) on the side of the subject property and such other relief that the Board may deem appropriate. Said application is one file and available for inspection in the Municipal Building, Township of Bordentown, New Jersey and may be obtained subject to the restrictions imposed by the Township due to the required social distancing. RN, 1x, 6/12/2020 Fee: $11.16, Affidavit: $15.00

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HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP Cherry Valley Road $999,000 MLS# NJME294994

PRINCETON Debra McAuliffe $1,495,000 MLS# NJME290120

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP Colleen Hall $475,000 MLS# NJME286654

HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP Janet Stefandl $845,000 MLS# NJME292362

PRINCETON Susan Hughes $1,040,000 MLS# NJME292192

Robin McCarthy Froehlich $1,699,000

SOUTH BRUNSWICK TWP Anne Setzer $519,000 MLS# NJMX123988

MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP Carolyn Spohn $875,000 MLS# NJSO112744

PRINCETON (2.24 acres) Susan L DiMeglio $1,099,000 MLS# NJME277084

PRINCETON Michael Monarca $2,725,000 MLS# 1000261801

PRINCETON MLS# NJME294966

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LAMBERTVILLE 609.397.1974

MONTGOMERY HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP Jennifer E Curtis $525,000 MLS# NJME294804

WEST WINDSOR TOWNSHIP Kathryn Baxter $880,000 MLS# NJME295298

INTRODUCING

ROBBINSVILLE TOWNSHIP Danielle Spilatore $569,900 MLS# NJME296084

HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP Marie Miller $889,000 MLS# NJME295526

MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP Susan L DiMeglio $1,100,000 MLS# NJSO112722

Â Â? PRINCETON Christina M Callaway $2,990,000 MLS# NJME287688

908.874.0000

PENNINGTON 609.737.7765

PRINCETON 609.921.1050

MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP Yakenya Songea Moise $1,159,000 MLS# NJSO112688

PRINCETON Linda Twining $4,950,000 MLS# NJME285908