Commentary

Donnie Black: Grandparents are grand!

This story goes out to all of the grandparents out there. I am so lucky to have had four of the best grandparents of all time. ...

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...

5 years of ‘Fight in the Museum’: A look back

Marking the five year anniversary of this Fight in the Museum column, we would like to check in...

From Hopewell Township: Traffic safety improvements coming to Hopewell in 2025

In 2025, Hopewell Township will see at least three significant traffic safety improvements. These critical upgrades are the...

Schore to Please: Beaver fervor

In fall 2023, I was biking over the wooden bridge in the middle of St. Michael’s Preserve when...

Load of spit: what genetic testing taught me about my roots

For most of my life, I heard the same stories about my family’s history. ...

The Great Flu Pandemic: A dark and tragic time in Ewing

Last month we recognized the 100th anniversary of the official founding of the West Trenton Presbyterian Church. We’ve noted other milestones here as well,...

Letter: Lawrence Township can do more on water

While I appreciate the Lawrence Township mayor’s response to the ...

College isn’t the only option for high school grads

For high school students who choose not to go to college after graduation, what options do they have and how do they learn about...

Betting on Black: Two dogs are better than one

After we lost our dog Mojo in May 2017 to bladder cancer, we swore we would never get another dog. Nope, too painful, we’re...

Cream soda and ‘Beer Barrel Polka’ at Plaag’s Grove

It was a beautiful summer Sunday in the year 1945. My best friend Don Slabicki and I were watching the Trenton Old Stock man...