Tuesday, June 6, 2000
PRINCETON SMOKING BAN FACING COURT FIGHT
OPPONENTS TO FILE SUIT BY THE END OF THE WEEK

With the emotion and excitement surrounding the newly adopted smoking ban subsiding, both opponents and supporters of the ordinance are preparing for what could become a protracted legal battle. The ordinance is scheduled to go into effect July 1.  Story

Tuesday, June 6, 2000
SENATE CONTEST TOPS PRIMARIES
CENTRAL JERSEY HAS COMPETITIVE RACES AT ALL LEVELS

With the presidential candidates all but decided, a hotly contested Senate primary tops the ballot for local voters today. There are contested primary races at all levels — president to local governing bodies. The polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 8 p.m.  Story

Tuesday, June 6, 2000
A MONUMENTAL OFFERING
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY COMES UP WITH $300,000 CONTRIBUTION

Plans to reconstruct Princeton's Monument Drive will go forward with less impact to borough taxpayers as a result of a $300,000 gift from Princeton University. The up-front gift to the borough "doubles the value to the borough taxpayers," Mayor Reed said.  Story

Tuesday, June 6, 2000
STONES FLY OVER GEOLOGY MUSEUM'S FATE
P.U. WILL CLOSE MUSEUM TO MAKE ROOM FOR OFFICE SPACE

Like a separating couple, the Geosciences Department and the administration at Princeton University must decide who owns the Guyot Hall geology museum exhibits. And, like many breakups, there are bad feelings about the decision to close the museum.  Story

Monday, June 5, 2000
FILMMAKER RECALLS IMLAYSTOWN DAYS
PARAMOUNT PROFESSIONAL'S CHILDHOOD WEEKENDS ARE INSPIRATION

As a child, Chris Heisen was impressed by Imlaystown's thick woods, crisp streams and lush farms. It was just the inspiration he needed to enter the film industry. Although Mr. Heisen was raised in Yardley, Pa., he spent time in Imlaystown with his grandparents.  Story

Monday, June 5, 2000
TOWNSHIP SANCTUARIES FLY BIRDERS INTO FIRST PLACE
HILLSBOROUGH HELPS TEAM WIN IN ANNUAL WORLD SERIES OF BIRDING

Shortly after midnight one recent Saturday, five men began a quest in Somerset County to spot as many bird species as possible in 24 hours. The event was part of the 17th annual World Series of Birding, sponsored by the New Jersey Audubon Society.  Story

Sunday, June 4, 2000
'OLD TRADITIONS, NEW BEGINNINGS'
UNEARTHING PRINCETON'S JEWISH HISTORY

The third in the Historical Society of Princeton's series highlighting the diversity and contributions of Princeton's ethnic populations is a joint project with the Jewish Center of Princeton. Opening June 6, the "Old Traditions, New Beginnings" exhibit will cover a wide-ranging town history of Princeton's Jewish community over the last 250 years.  Story
A family grows | A merchant of Princeton | A Jew among Stocktons

Sunday, June 4, 2000
A SCOUTING CHALLENGE:
YOUTH TAKES A PRAYER PATH TO BECOMING AN EAGLE SCOUT

As a parishioner of St. Joseph's Church in Millstone, Brandon Matzek watched over the years as the church's "prayer path" changed from attractive to unkempt. But thanks to Brandon's Eagle Scout project, the path is safe and attractive again.  Story

Saturday, June 3, 2000
A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEAVEN
WESTMINSTER AND RIDER UNIVERSITY — SO HAPPY TOGETHER

The curtain usually drops as the bride and groom leave the alter. The audience rarely hears how the marriage worked out. On the stage of the Westminster/Rider union, however, the matrimonial harmony is evident to all with eyes — or ears.  Story
Westminster spreads its wings with concert

Saturday, June 3, 2000
WEST WINDSOR VOLUNTEERS SEEKING BENEFITS
PENSION-BENEFIT PLAN COULD GO ON NOVEMBER BALLOT

West Windsor voters in November may get the chance to decide whether to reward township volunteer firefighters and first-aid personnel for years of service to the community through a rather unique benefits package.  Story

Saturday, June 3, 2000
PACKET GROUP EDITORIAL: TRUANTS
YOU WANT YOUR DRIVER'S LICENSE? GO TO SCHOOL

The Lawrence school district's truant officer plans to crack down on students playing hooky by seeking the intervention of the courts for their parents. We think that may not be enough and that finding a way to punish the students is the way to go.  Story

Friday, June 2, 2000
PRINCETON SNUFFS BUTTS
HEALTH COMMISSION APPROVES STATE'S MOST STRINGENT SMOKING BAN

Despite threats of litigation from smokers'-rights and licensed-beverage groups, the Princeton Regional Health Commission voted unanimously Thursday night to adopt the most stringent smoking ban in the state of New Jersey.  Story

Friday, June 2, 2000
RUSH HOLT TAKES AIM AT GOP
DEMOCRATIC CONGRESSMAN FORMALLY ANNOUNCES HIS RE-ELECTION BID

Republicans may be taking aim at freshman U.S. Rep. Rush Holt, but it was the Democratic Congressman who fired shots Wednesday at the GOP. Rep. Holt spent the day in the district to formally announce his re-election bid for the House of Representatives.  Story

Friday, June 2, 2000
RESIDENTS, OFFICIALS REACT TO NEW CONVENT PLAN
MOST FAVOR PRINCETON ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART PROPOSAL

A sampling of opinion from local officials and residents shows a generally favorable response to the recent announcement that Princeton Academy of the Sacred Heart has an option to buy the former site of the Our Lady of Princeton convent.  Story

Friday, June 2, 2000
PRINCETON UNIVERSITY GRADUATES 1,730
NEARLY 45 PERCENT OF CLASS OF 2000 ACHIEVED SOME HONOR

It was a day of relaxed graduates and proud brothers, sisters, parents and grandparents as 1,730 students received bachelor's and advanced degrees during Princeton University's 253rd commencement under cloudy skies in front of Nassau Hall.  Story

Thursday, June 1, 2000
CITY WANTS LOCAL POLICE TO ENFORCE TRUCK BAN
LAMBERTVILLE SUGGESTS STATE EXTEND JURISDICTION, REDUCE SPEEDS

Lambertville officials have shown interest in allowing municipal police to inspect large trucks without probable cause, an idea that has been mentioned by state officials in the past week in the wake of the May 12 truck accident. Only State Police have this jurisdiction now.  Story

Thursday, June 1, 2000
POLICE BARRICADE CONDEMNED HOUSE
LAMBERTVILLE MULLS DEMOLITION OF NEGLECTED PROPERTY

Lambertville residents and visitors alike expressed curiosity this week over the property at 73 Bridge St. as yellow tape and barricades appeared, directing pedestrians away from the building, and electrical and gas services were disconnected.  Story
Neighbors of 73 Bridge St. fear for safety

Thursday, June 1, 2000
WINGING IT…
GIANT MODEL AIR SHOW IS JUST PLANE FUN

Sunny skies with occasional clouds and a light breeze provided a perfect backdrop for the 12th annual Jumbo Jamboree Air Show hosted by the Mercer County Radio Control (MCRC) society during the Memorial Day holiday weekend.  Story

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