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BENSON BUILDING FIRE: The January 1977 fire at the corner of Witherspoon and Spring Streets was one of the more memorable events for Robert Bruschi, the Princeton Borough Administrator, who is being honored by his Mercer Engine Co. No. 3 for 30 years of voluntary service this Friday at the annual Fire Inspection Parade.
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Princeton's Fire Inspection Parade Highlights Over a Century of History

Matthew Hersh

The Princeton Fire Department will hold its 120th annual Fire Inspection Parade Friday evening, and while the event looks largely like a pageant proudly exhibiting Department equipment, it actually offers a glimpse into the Princeton of the 1800s.

Republican Committee Candidate Aims to Break the "Status Quo"

Matthew Hersh

Life in municipal government has been tough for Princeton Township Republicans the past few years. Democrats have had a stronghold on Committee for the better part of a decade, and results in recent elections have shown that while there is a Republican voter presence in the Township, it has not been enough to defeat the rival party.

Borough Looks to Fund Senior Center Budget Cuts

Candace Braun

With the Princeton Senior Resource Center recently announcing that it was facing an $8,000 budget cut in 2005 from the Princeton Housing Authority, Borough Council is looking to use $5,000 of the funding that it receives from the Bonner Foundation to make up for the unexpected shortfall.

One Book New Jersey Author Is Inspired by Her Childhood

Candace Braun

Prodded by memories of childhood loss and rejection, Carol Plum-Ucci, this year's One Book New Jersey author for young adults, is able to reach her teen audience by offering an adult perspective through the voice of a child.

Superintendent Kohn Says Final Farewell to Princeton

Candace Braun

At the final Princeton Regional School Board meeting to be held during the 2003-04 school year, School Board President Anne Burns paid tribute to Superintendent Claire Sheff Kohn, who will be leaving her post on July 31. Dr. Kohn will be taking a superintendent position in the Masconomet School District in Massachusetts.

Ici Fashions Set to Expand To Third Store in Princeton

Candace Braun

While expectant mothers will no longer be able to shop at Palmer Square's Mother and Baby & Co., which is set to close this week, a new store will go in its place that will cater to mothers who have recently given birth.

 

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