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VOL. 65, NO. 23

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Hillsborough Township Committee Supporter donates motorcycles votes to prohibit cannabis to begin new unit for businesses under new ordinance Hillsborough Police Department By STEVEN BASSIN Staff Writer

At last week’s Hillsborough Township Committee meeting, the board voted 4-1 in favor of adopting a new ordinance that would prohibit any kind of cannabis business activities to take place within the township for the time being. Mayor Shawn Lipani, Deputy Mayor Frank DelCore, Committeeman Doug Tomson and Committeewoman Janine Erickson were the four members of the township committee to vote “yes” to adopt the new ordinance. All four officials said they voted for the prohibition based on the fact the state has yet to establish any regulations on selling or using cannabis in public areas. In a statement to centraljersey.com, Lipani said the new ordinance is a step in the process of finding out more information on the matter before making a decision that would be best for Hillsborough. “This ordinance is just a step in the process, so the rules and regulations can be established and then Hillsborough can determine what, from a community standpoint, would make sense and then move forward accordingly,” Lipani said. The Hillsborough cannabis ordinance

does not prohibit residents from using marijuana for recreational or medical use on private property. Last November, New Jersey voters did legalize recreational use of marijuana by a 2-1 margin, but selling cannabis products to adults over 21 years of age could not commence until the Cannabis Regulatory Commission (CRC) established rules and licenses for new dispensaries and cannabis facilities. Committeeman Jeffrey Wright was the only member of the committee to vote “no” on the new ordinance. Wright mentioned in his comments at the meeting that he wanted more “clarification” from the language used in parts of the ordinance and to amend them in any way before a vote would occur. He also suggested that each member of the township committee vote “line by line” on the six classes of cannabis businesses: retail sales (dispensaries), cultivation, manufacturing, wholesale, distribution, and delivery services. None were accepted by the committee. Wright did make a motion to postpone a final vote on the injunction until June 22 See CANNABIS, Page 3A

The Hillsborough Police Department announced the addition of a new motorcycle unit. The two new Harley Davidson FLHTP motorcycles are fully outfitted with emergency lights and equipment for police use. “We are excited to start this new unit which will be a major contribution to many community policing initiatives going forward.” Chief Michael McMahon said in a statement provided by the township. The department has initially selected two highly qualified officers to launch the program. Detective Christopher Giraldi and Patrolman Thomas Gurba are highly qualified and experienced riders. Both recently completed and graduated from an advanced police motor school in order to sharpen their skills for this new endeavor, according to the statement. This new unit was made possible by the generosity of Dr. Cesar DePaco, a longtime supporter of law enforcement who has made numerous donations of K-9s and

equipment to police departments across the country, according to the statement. Hillsborough was the very first department that DePaco had donated to for the purchase of a K-9 in 2012. Since that time he has gone on to donate 144 K-9s, numerous K-9 vehicles and equipment to police departments across this country, according to the statement. Hillsborough is once again the first police department that DePaco has chosen for this $60,000 donation for the purchase of new motorcycles and related equipment. “The generosity and support that Dr. DePaco and his family have shown to the Hillsborough Police Department over the years is overwhelming and truly appreciated, especially in these unprecedented times. We value his friendship and continued support,” McMahon said in the statement. “As always, Hillsborough Township is very appreciative of the ongoing support of Dr. DePaco and his family. We look forward to having our new motorcycle unit as part of our community policing,” Mayor Shawn Lipani said in the statement.

Hillsborough holds off Livingston to reach sectional quarterfinal

Hillsborough High School attacker Gabriella Roosa takes a shot on net during a game against Livingston on June 1 in Hillsborough. Hillsborough defeated Livingston 6-5 to advance to the quarterfinals of the NJSIAA North Jersey, Group IV Tournament. By STEVEN BASSIN Staff Writer

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Tensions were high for the Hillsborough High School girls lacrosse team during its first-round matchup against Livingston High School in the first round of the NJSIAA North Jersey, Group IV Tournament. Leading 6-5 with 8:49 left to play on June 1, the Raiders were handed a tough blow with Mia Boccippio recording the team’s fourth yellow card of the game, resulting in Hillsborough having to play a man down the rest of the contest during their home game at Dan A. Noonan Field. Coach Kristina Dunphey told her Hillsborough squad in the huddle during a timeout after the penalty that despite being down a player, they should fight together to

Senior midfielder Mia Boccippio races up the field with the ball. Boccippio scored her team-high 34th goal of the season during the contest.

Defender Katie Marshall advances the ball up the field. Hillsborough won 6-5 to advance to the quarterfinals of the NJSIAA North Jersey, Group IV Tournament.

the very end. That’s exactly what the Raiders did, playing lockdown defense on Livingston to hold on for a 6-5 victory to advance to the quarterfinals of the sectional tournament and improve to 10-7 on the season. “Our strength has been our defense all year,” Dunphey said after the game. “They played together and played selflessly. They knew they needed to play hard to get that ball on attack and that’s what they did.” Hillsborough was able to bounce back from a one-goal deficit in the final six minutes of the first half to take a 3-2 lead at halftime. Katie Sanfillippo tied the game at 2-2 for Hillsborough with 5:21 to play in the half, picking up her own loose ball and

then knocking home her first score of the day. Senior Grace Venis put Hillsborough back into the driver’s seat with 2:50 to go in the first half. Tallying her 30th goal of the season with the game’s first score, Venis added goal No. 31 to her ledger by smacking home her second goal of the half off a pass from teammate Alexa Ciccarelli. Venis has scored two or more goals in each of the last three games for the Raiders. “I was on the crease ready for the pass and knew we had to keep putting them in to have a chance to win,” Venis said about her goal before the half. “I’m excited to move on with my seniors. This was an important

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Senior forward Grace Venis rolls around the net and scores a goal. Venis scored two goals in the contest.

game to us being our last home game of the season. We’re all really excited to keep going and keep the season going.” The two-goal surge by Hillsborough overlapped into the second half as Sanfillippo led the Raiders to a 5-2 lead. The sophomore banged home her second goal of the contest to begin the second half and then helped dish out Hillsborough’s second goal, finding a wide-open Olivia Halverson in front of the net to slash in a score to give the Raiders a three-goal lead. Livingston answered with back-to-back scores to make it a one-goal game again, but Hillsborough responded on the stick of Boccippio with 13:52 left to play.

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CALENDAR Ongoing

Every Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday in June, July and August, Terhune Orchards on Cold Soil Road in Princeton will present its weekly Sips & Sounds and Weekend music series. Sips & Sounds is Fridays, 5-8 p.m. Enjoy wine and light fare. Weekend Music Series continues all summer, with live music Saturday and Sundays from 1-4 p.m. The winery opens at noon on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The current schedule is: June 4 Kara & Corey; June 5 Fabulous Benson Boys; June 6 Bob O’Connell; June 11 Bill Flemer and Friends; June 12 Brian Bortnick & Sam Bortnick; June 13 Jerry Steele; June 18 Mark Miklos; June 19 Bill Flemer; June 20 Jim Matlack & Joe Kramer; June 25 Catmoondaddy; June 26 Mike & Laura; June 27 Acoustic DuoVer; July 2 Jerry Steele; July 9 Ragtime Relics; July 16 Brian Botnick; July 23 Fabulous Benson Boys;July 30 Bill O’Neal & Andy Koontz; Aug. 6 NJ Bluegrass Legends: Danny Weiss and Larry Cohen with Bill Flemer; Aug. 13 ALBO; Aug. 20 Jerry Steele; Aug. 27 TBD; Sept. 3 Dark Whiskey; and Sept. 10 Laundry Men No admission fee. Group maximum of eight. Individual glasses of wine can be purchased. Families are welcome. No outside food. Masks required on premise unless seated at table. For more information, visit www.terhuneorchards.com Westrick Music Academy (WMA), home of Princeton Girlchoir and Princeton Boychoir, is currently enrolling students of all ages in a variety of music education classes. For musicians in grades 3-12, there are a variety of classes for all levels. In the Ukulele group class, students will build their musicianship while learning to play traditional songs on one the most delightful instruments. Students can also take individual voice lessons to grow their singing and performance skills. Adults can also take a beginner Ukulele class, learning basic chords and strumming techniques, or a Ukulele class for experienced players looking to hone their skills.

Westrick Music Academy also looks forward to hosting Camp Westrick this summer, which features voice training and performance with children’s choir directors, musical theater class, daily choir rehearsals, development of musicianship, games, and more. For more information, visit WestrickMusic.org/education The Princeton Farmers Market returns to the Franklin Avenue lot on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Nov. 18. Masks are required to be worn for all vendors and shoppers at the market, and while waiting in vendor lines practice social distancing and be mindful of others. The market is authorized to accept SNAP/EBT cards and matches up to $10 on SNAP transactions, per eligible customer, per day. Those eligible for SNAP benefits can learn more at the Farmers Market table. For a list of market dates, vendor information and more, visit www.princetonfarmersmarket.com

Sundays, through June 20

McCarter Theatre will hold concerts in Palmer Square, Princeton, from 4-6 p.m. Sundays, through June 20. R&B, rock, pop, jazz, swing, Reggae, Latin and country music will be performed by local musicians who are making their McCarter debuts. No tickets or advance registration required. Bring your own food and drink from vendors around Palmer Square. Concerts are free and open to the public. Parking will be available in the downtown garage, or there is metered parking on the street. For up-to-date information, visit www. palmersquare.com

Through Tuesday, Aug. 31

The original artwork for the children’s book “Baby Sees ABCs” will be on display at the Princeton Public Library from June 1 to Aug. 31 as part of the Letter Love exhibit. A Pride Artist Talk will be held at 7 p.m. June 23 online. An Artist Talk with Mic Boekelmann is planned for 7:30 p.m. July 20 online.

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For the links, visit https://princetonlibrary.org/services/spaces/exhibits/ The library is located at 65 Witherspoon St., Princeton.

Friday, June 4

Concordia Chamber Players is for back for its 17th season with a festival at 7 p.m. June 4 with works by composers such as Giacomo Puccini, Hugo Wolf and Jean Françaix. The ensemble features Concordia’s artistic director and cellist Michelle Djokic; Alexi Kenney, violinist; Jonathan Moerschel, violist; and Tien-Hsin Cindy Wu, violinist. For ticket information, visit https:// princetonfestival.org/performance/2021concordia/

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Somerset Valley Players, a nonprofit community theater in Hillsborough, has developed a virtual mini season of three consecutive shows. “Four Weddings and an Elvis” by Nancy Frick streams June 4, 5, 12, and 13. Tickets for each show will be $12 per device, available at www.svptheatre.org The SVP Spring Season of Comedy sponsor is Edgestone Realty’s Gilbert Gray, who has also appeared on the SVP stage.

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Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and stretch out on the green next to Thomas Sweet at 183 Nassau St. in Princeton to enjoy a free evening performance by local bands. Thomas Sweet expects to host live music every Friday and Saturday night from 7-10 p.m., weather permitting, through September. The current schedule is: June 5, The Counterfeits; June 25, BackTrack; June 26, Dragonfly; July 10, The Counterfeits; July 17, BackTrack; July 24, Dragonfly; Aug. 7, The Counterfeits; Aug. 14, RocBird; Aug. 21, Dragonfly; Aug. 27, BackTrack; Sept. 4, Dragonfly; Sept. 18, BackTrack

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Shelter not experiencing return of animals adopted during pandemic By ANDREW HARRISON

pact report, also showcased an increase nationally in cat adoptions by 17% in March (highest point in 2020) and 32% in April for the national dog adoption rate compared to 2019. “We had a tremendous increase especially when the first stay-at-home orders were given. Our adoptions, we could not keep animals in the shelter – and that is cats and dogs,” Achenbach said. “Dogs were certainly popular. There was a lot of immediate attention to puppies, but the fact was senior dogs, adult dogs, adult cats, bonded pairs of cats were going home faster than we had ever seen.” She added with the extraordinary adoption numbers she thinks the majority of animal shelters in the area experienced an animal shortage during 2020. “Where we were all calling each other saying, ‘Hey, can I help?’ and laughing and saying, ‘I do not have any to share with you,’ ” Achenbach said. “So really we had to put in an extreme focus to going south to our southern partners in states such as Tennessee and Georgia. That is where we were getting our animals, because the shelters here were emptied.” SAVE, which can house 25 dogs, emptied themselves of dogs during 2020. The shelter can also house up to 75 cats. “Multiple times we literally emptied the dog kennel to zero. We also would get ourselves to 15 or 20 cats that would be left housed with us, which is amazing by feline standards,” she said. From Jan 1 to Dec. 31, 2020, animal shelters in New Jersey that provided information to Shelter Animals Count reported that 11,391 dogs and 16,636 cats had been adopted, according to Shelter Animals Count database. “There were animals that would typically spend weeks or months here, who were leaving within days in 2020. It went through the months of March, April, May, started to get a little less in June, July and by August and September we were reflecting our usual monthly adoption numbers,” Achenbach said. The SAVE facility has the capacity to care for 100 homeless animals at a time. With a shortage of animals during periods of 2020, the shelter which has 15 fulltime and part-time staff members, the ad-

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At the height of the coronavirus pandemic, animal shelters across the country experienced a surge in foster families and adoptions for their animals. The scenario would be no different for SAVE, a nonprofit animal shelter in Montgomery Township, which protects homeless dogs and cats. But while in 2020, a concern at SAVE would be about the potential influx of animal returns, once restrictions were loosened, a new normal becomes safer, and people return back to similar routines as pre-pandemic. In 2021, even though some media reports are indicating an increase in animal returns to shelters for certain areas in the United States, SAVE has not currently experienced such a trend in Montgomery and the Princeton area. “We are fortunate at SAVE. So far we have not seen a surge of returns in adoptions from families. Not even from our adopted pets or from other people trying to surrender a pet they adopted elsewhere,” said Heather Achenbach, executive director of SAVE. “We definitely are not seeing it yet. I say ‘yet,’ because I do not want to put the words out there and turn around tomorrow and that be incorrect.” Achenbach credits a push by SAVE to have adopters understand especially when it came to taking home dogs that the animals would need additional care during the day. “Dogs also tend to suffer more from separation anxiety, though cats do too, but we really tried with our adopters to explain, don’t let this happen to your pet. Make sure you are leaving them with a set up plan for when you go back to work,” she said. “I do not know if that is why we are not seeing the returns happening with the area that we serve or if people did what they are supposed to do in taking these animals home.” According to Shelter Animals Count, a national organization with sheltered animal statistics, the national animal adoption rate increased at its highest point by 22% in April 2020 compared to 2019. The data compiled from 1,225 shelter organizations, which was reported to Shelter Animals Count for its COVID-19 im-

ministration at SAVE had say to staff that they would potentially have to cut back their hours. “For volunteers, we had already cut them back to zero because with the pandemic they were afraid to come in. We agreed that we would just use staff to keep it as safe as possible, but there were times when we had staff go a week or two without work, mostly for our kennel staff,” she said. The shelter is now preparing for about 30 kittens who are out in foster homes, which are expected to come back to SAVE. “We have the cage space for them. We also have the space additional animals. That is a non-issue,” Achenbach said. “We have 10 contracts with different municipalities to provide boarding service for stray cats and dogs for animal control.” SAVE is still appointment only so that the number of people can be controlled in the shelter at any given time and can continue to be safe regarding social distancing. The appointments also allowed for more one-on-one adoptions and would not

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but none of his colleagues seconded him on the motion. Wright’s motion to postpone a final vote on the ordinance was based on the CRC being expected to provide more information on the matter by then. He added in a press release sent out by the Hillsborough Democratic Organization that he believes employment and revenue opportunities regarding cannabis businesses in Hillsborough deserve a “second look” and that he will continue to evaluate the situation as more information comes in from the CRC. “I am disappointed that my peers did not see fit to support the will of the voters and bring more stakeholders to the table,” Wright said. “I vow to closely follow CRC developments and other municipalities so that our government might properly evaluate the impact and potential benefits for

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Save New Jersey’s bees: Reduce use of ‘neonics’

ew Jersey is still the “Garden State,” famous for blueberries, peaches, tomatoes, corn and other delicious fruits and veggies. But these valuable crops will not grow without the services of honeybees, wild bees like bumblebees, and other insect pollinators. Together, they pollinate nearly $200 million worth of produce a year. Bees are disappearing at an alarming rate and mounting evidence points to insecticides known as neonicotinoids, or “neonics” for short. Chemically related to nicotine, neonics are neurotoxins that kill by attacking the nerve cells of insects. Neonics are often applied as a “drench” to plant roots or as a coating on seeds. The toxin dissolves in water and is soaked up by plants as they grow, spreading through the tissues to all parts of the plant, including the nectar and pollen. It kills insect pests, but that is not all. Bees and other beneficial pollinators feed on the contaminated nectar and pollen as they buzz from flower to flower. Neonics also persist in soil for a long time and wash into streams and water supplies. The levels applied can be so high that plants remain toxic to insects for years. Reducing neonics in the environment is the goal of the state Legislature’s “Save the Bees Bill,” which would eliminate non-agricultural uses of neonics. If passed, the bill would be one of the strongest in the nation to reduce widespread pollution from these neurotoxic chemicals. In recent years, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maryland and Vermont have passed legislation to remove pesticide products containing neonics from retail stores and to allow their use by only licensed pesticide applicators for lawn care or on turf, trees, shrubs and gardens. New Jersey’s law would go farther, taking neonics out

of lawn care businesses and off store shelves. Sponsored by senators Bob Smith and Kip Bateman, and Assemblyman Clinton Calabrese, the bipartisan bill (A-2070/S-1016) was passed by the Senate in 2020. It is now awaiting a vote by the full Assembly. Restricting the use of neonics is critical. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) found in a 2020 study that most neonic use comes from lawn treatments for insect pests. Certified applicators, including landscapers, applied nearly 30,000 pounds of neonics to New Jersey lawns in 2016. This is overkill. According to a Cornell University report, neonic treatments on lawns and ornamental plants are unnecessary and can easily be replaced with less harmful alternatives. New Jersey must protect its bees and by extension the entire food web of this state we’re in. Domesticated honeybees are a $7 million industry in New Jersey and beekeepers report having lost between 40% to 50% of their colonies every year for most of the last decade. Wild bees are just as vital in pollinating crops and are also in serious declines. After reviewing many scientific studies, the Natural Resource Defense Council has concluded that neonics are a leading cause of massive bee die-offs around the globe that threaten food security, agricultural economies and the environment. For that reason, most neonics are banned in the United Kingdom and Europe. Bees at risk in the United States include both domesticated honeybees, which are not a native species, and more than 4,000 native bee species. Neonics are also linked to bird population declines, the collapse of fisheries, birth defects in white-tailed deer and a variety of potential health issues in other mammals, includ-

ing humans. For its 2020 study on neonics, the DEP collected more than 250 samples of surface water and groundwater at 123 sites throughout the state. They found neonics in more than half the water samples and neonic concentrations in most samples are above federal benchmarks for harm to wildlife. The proposed targeted restrictions on neonics would not only protect New Jersey’s bees, but also drinking water and ecosystems. “This would help lessen the poisoning of pollinator populations that the entire ecosystem food web, including our food crops, depend upon,” says Dr. Emile DeVito, Manager of Science and Stewardship at the New Jersey Conservation Foundation. Take action; you can help. It’s time for New Jersey to get smart and save our pollinators and our environment. Please ask Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin to post the Save the Bees Bill, A-2070, for a vote without further delay, and urge your Assembly representatives to vote yes on the bill. To find your representatives, go to https://www.njleg. state.nj.us/members/legsearch.asp To learn more about the Save the Bees Bill, go to https://www.njlcv.org/news/broad-coalition-environmental-groups-urges-immediate-passage-save-bees-bill To read the DEP study, go to https://www.nj.gov/dep/ dsr/wq/neonicotinoid-insecticides-rps.pdf To learn more about neonics, go to https://www.nrdc. org/experts/daniel-raichel/ten-things-you-always-wantedknow-about-neonics

Michele S. Byers is the executive director of the New Jersey Conservation Foundation, Far Hills. She may be reached at info@njconservation.org

Additional COVID-19 restrictions in New Jersey will be lifted on June 4 Gov. Phil Murphy has signed Executive Order No. 242, lifting significant COVID-19 restrictions and moving forward with additional reopening steps. According to a press release from the Governor’s office, during the last two weeks, key COVID-19 benchmarks have been achieved across New Jersey. These benchmarks include a dramatic increase in vaccinations, and significant decreases in new COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, spot positivity rates and rates of transmission, solidifying the foundation for the state’s reopening steps. Per Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance, individuals who are not fully vaccinated – defined as two weeks after receiving the second shot of a two-dose vaccination or two weeks after receiving a single-dose vaccination – are strongly encouraged to continue masking and social distancing, according to the press release. “Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, my administration has been guided by science, data and facts to put New Jersey on the road to recovery with the public health and safety of all New Jerseyans as our highest priority,” Murphy was quoted as saying in the press release. “Together, we have made tremendous progress in crushing this virus and the last two weeks have shown significant decreases in key areas of our data. “These data points, coupled with a dramatic increase in our vaccination efforts resulting in over 4.7 million New Jerseyans with their first shot, allow us to lift major restrictions and move forward with our most significant reopening steps to date,” he said. The following changes will go into effect on June 4: • Removing the general indoor gathering limit, which is currently at 50 people; • Removing the indoor gathering limit for political gatherings, weddings, funerals, memorial services, performances and other catered and commercial events, which is currently at 250 people; • Removing the 30% capacity limitation for indoor large venues with a fixed-seating capacity over 1,000. On May 26, Murphy issued Executive Order No. 243, which takes effect on June 4 and rescinds the requirement

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• Per CDC guidance, masks will continue to be required in healthcare settings, including long-term care facilities and office-based settings; correctional facilities; homeless shelters; and on planes, buses, trains and other forms of public transportation; as well as at transportation hubs such as airports and stations; • Additionally, also per CDC guidance, child care centers and facilities, youth summer camps, and public, private and parochial preschool program premises and elementary and secondary schools, including charter schools and renaissance schools, are not affected by this announcement and continue to be governed by existing requirements; • Masks will continue to be required in public-facing state offices, such as Motor Vehicle Commission agencies; • The 6-foot social distancing requirement was lifted in businesses, including retail stores, personal care services, gyms, recreational and entertainment businesses, and casinos, and indoor gatherings, including religious services, political activities, weddings, funerals, memorial services, commercial gatherings, catered events, sports competitions and performances; • Businesses and entities overseeing indoor spaces can continue to require social distancing should they choose; • The prohibition on the use of dance ﬂoors at bars and restaurants was lifted. The prohibition on ordering and eating/drinking while standing at bars and restaurants was also lifted.

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The Brook Arts Center in Bound Brook kicks off its summer series on June 5 with Andy Gross (aka Split Man), who combines standup comedy, magic and ventriloquism. On June 12, the Summer Music Series starts with Southern rock music from a Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Band, Sons of Skynyrd. Duke Farms Lakes, Dukes Parkway, Hillsborough Township, Somerset County, New Jersey may have aquatic pesticides applied on or between 11 June 2021 and 10 July 2021 for aquatic vegetation control with Clipper (flumioxazin), and/or Captain (copper) and/or Sonar (fluridone) by boat equipment by Princeton Hydro, LLC (NJDEP #97186A), 1108 Old York Road, Ringoes NJ 08551. There may be an irrigation/watering restriction for up to 30-45 days. Upon request, the pesticide applicator or applicator business shall provide a resident with notification at least 12 hours prior to the application, except for Quarantine and Disease Vector Control only, when conditions necessitate pesticide applications sooner than that time. Emergency Information, contact NJ Poison Information and Education System 800222-1222, National Pesticide Information Center 800858-7378 for routine health inquiries, information about signs/symptoms of pesticide exposure, Pesticide Control Program 609-984-6666 “This number is for pesticide regulation information, pesticide complaints and health referrals”. Other information contact Tyler Overton, Princeton Hydro, LLC, Senior Field Operations Manager 908-237-5660.

Comedians John Moses, Kyle Ocasio and Adam Oliensis will perform July 16; Joe Matarese on July 23; Kevin Downey Jr. and Eric Potts on Aug. 7; Mike Marino on Aug. 21; Jessica Kirson on Aug. 27; and Don Jamieson on Aug. 28. Live on the historic Brook Theater’s stage every weekend, indoors, are performances by Gypsy, A True Stevie Nicks Experience (July 17), Diamonds on the Moon (July 24), RAEL (July 31), Bark at the Moon and Head Motor (Aug. 14), The Ronstadt Revue (Sept. 4), The Best of Foo (Sept. 10), and The Black Cross Band (Sept. 11). Social distanced seating. ADA accessible, concessions, and free parking in the lot. Call 732-469-7700 or order online at www.brookarts. org The theater is located at 10 Hamilton St., Bound Brook.

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In the magical village of Crossford – which Liberty Lake in Bordentown becomes this time of year – the faeries will gather to host their very own socially distanced Masquerade Ball as part of the annual New Jersey Renaissance Faire. The story unfolds each morning at 10 a.m., with seven action-packed hours of interactive entertainment including knight jousts, sword fighting, fire breathing, aerialists, comedy, music, shopping in the Merchant Village of fine artisans, faire-food, and local craft beers and wine. Special attractions include Shelli Buttons, the Righteous Blackguards, William Shakespeare himself, the swashbuckling Lords of Adventure, and Chaste Treasure. Dates are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 29 and 30, and June 5 and 6, rain or shine, at Liberty Lake, 1195 Florence-Columbus Road, Bordentown. Single day tickets are $25 for adults or $10 for children 5-12. VIP Season Pass (four days is $80. For information, visit NJRenFaire.com, YouYube.com/ NJrenfaire or Facebook.com/NewJerseyRenFaire

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he 17th century English poet, scholar and cleric John Donne said in a sermon that because we are all part of mankind, any person’s death is a loss to all of us: “Any man’s death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind; and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee.” That spiritual sentiment was at the heart of the Princeton community bell tolling at noon on Saturday, May 29 that marked the conclusion to The Spirit of Princeton’s Memorial Day commemoration. The three-minute bell ringing by the churches and Princeton University was intended as a way to have residents and visitors pause for a moment and contemplate the enormous sacrifices made by the nation’s service men and women, who may be unknown to us, but whose selfless actions ought to be etched into our consciousness. And this year, the bell tolling also was intended to have us remember the health care, emergency services and essential workers, who, during this pandemic, made huge personal sacrifices for the benefit of others. U.S. Army Capt. Alex Gephart, the speaker at the Spirit of Princeton Memorial Day ceremony, eloquently expanded on the essence of John Donne’s words. “Each year, the ferociousness of this day is hard to overcome,” said the Princeton resident and West Point graduate, who served in Afghanistan and Iraq. “It is a heavy day, a day of reflecting on the true cost of the sacrifice that these men and women willingly made. A day of reflecting on the cost as shouldered by their families and friends, the ones who carry on, the ones who have to live in tragedy’s aftermath. … “So how do we honestly receive this gift from these men and women that we never knew?” A graduate student at Princeton University’s School of Public and International Affairs, Capt. Gephart had a simple but moving suggestion as to how we can acknowledge the men and women who died in the line of duty. People must be “willing to help out our neighbors and empower them to improve their small corner of the world. We must take every opportunity to tell those around us that we love them and how thankful we are for the small acts of mercy and grace in our lives.” The legacy of the service men and women – for whom the bells toll – will endure, if “we do good for our fellow Americans, so that we may confront the many challenges of the world. We are all in this together, and may our collective actions properly honor the service members who have given their lives for our brighter future,” Capt. Gephart concluded. Although bells tolling throughout history have been associated with military

milestones, such as victory or imminent attack, bells ringing can communicate several messages to bring the community together in common awareness. Princeton University’s Nassau Hall bell rings for only a few university events every year: the P-rade (the Reunions Parade), Baccalaureate, Class Day and Commencement, as a way of coalescing the university community for momentous occasions. Technicians reinstall the bell’s clapper for these occasions and remain in the bell tower while it is in use. The reinstallation of the clapper and its operational security are procedures made necessary by a Princeton University undergraduate student tradition of stealing the clapper. For more than 100 years, stealing the Nassau Hall bell clapper was a popular student prank — and even a rite of passage. The first clapper-stealing student hailed from the Class of 1865. He climbed the outside of the bell tower in March 1864 and made off with the clapper, after which a janitor had to strike the bell with a hammer. In subsequent years, clapper theft became such a freshman tradition that the university kept a barrel of clappers on hand for quick replacement. I was actually working in Nassau Hall in the 1990s, when clapper-stealing incidents led to the permanent removal of the clapper. In 1991, one student sprained an ankle while scaling Nassau Hall; and another dropped the clapper from the roof, narrowly missing students on the ground. At that point, the administration had the bell clapper removed. The next year, officers of the freshman Class of 1995 assured the administration that the clapper could safely be restored. The university complied, but the clapper’s allure was too strong. In April 1992, a member of the Class of 1995 was injured, when he fell 40 feet from the third story of Nassau Hall in pursuit of the clapper, which was then permanently removed. Ernie Andreoli, the music director at St. Paul’s Church on Nassau Street, said that St. Paul’s bell chiming conveys several different messages, including a call to worship prior to all masses; the celebration of weddings with a joyful peal of all five bells creating a raucous, happy sound; and the conclusion of funerals with a slow, somber tolling. Princeton’s renowned historian Shirley Satterfield noted that the Witherspoon Presbyterian Church carillon plays a hymn at noon and 6 p.m. daily, but recently has been silenced, because it is in need of repair. In the more than 40 years I have been living and working in Princeton, I have encountered only one ban-the-bells/end-noisepollution activist. Mr. Andreoli, however, said he believes that most residents consider the bells an inspirational asset, if the tolling is done with respect and not overdone. “It generates a togetherness that you

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do not get from other modes of communications,” he said. He even pointed out that one of the local newspapers a few years ago had a real estate listing for a home on Moore Street, right down the street from St. Paul’s. The listing noted specifically the appeal of the pealing of the bells from the neighboring St. Paul’s church. Since the bell ringing for Memorial Day is a brand new element in the Spirit of Princeton Memorial Day celebration, it is hard to say how the ringing was perceived. All I know is that now whenever I hear bells ringing on Memorial Day, I will know for whom

the bell tolls and reflect on how my actions have honored the their legacy.

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Bills to create social-emotional Quarterfinal learning program, address substitute Continued from Page 1A Off the free possession, Boccippio teacher shortages now law charged the net and fired in her team-high Gov. Murphy signed several educationrelated measures into law last month. In a press release, the New Jersey School Boards Association (NJSBA) said it supported both measures throughout the legislative process: Pilot program for SEL (social-emotional learning) in Early Elementary Years establishes a five-year Clayton Model pilot program in the New Jersey Department of Education to provide a social-emotional learning program to elementary school students attending selected public schools. The pilot program would be based on the Clayton Model, which is a responsive, trauma-informed intervention program for student development that was created by the Clayton School District in Gloucester County, according to the press release. Under the bill, the New Jersey commissioner of education would select three counties to participate in the pilot program: a county in the northern area of the state; a county in the central area; and Gloucester County to represent the southern area. After each county is selected, the commissioner, in collaboration with the Senator Walter Rand Institute for Public Affairs at Rutgers University-Camden, would select a maximum of 10 schools in each county to participate in the pilot program, according to the press release. “This program has been successful in helping students with special needs get the support they need to attain a quality education and gain the living skills that will help them for their entire lives,” state Senate President Steve Sweeney was quoted as saying in the press release. “It is a means of advancing their academic performance and life skills. The controlled expansion of the program will make this terrific model available to students throughout the state,” he said.

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Easing substitute teacher requirements is designed to address substitute teacher shortages and increase the pool of substitute teachers, according to the NJSBA. The measure allows college students who have accumulated at least 30 college credits (sophomores and beyond) and are at least 20 years old to serve as substitute teachers until June 30, 2023. The current standard is 60 credits (juniors and beyond). Under the bill, the Department of Education would provide a final report by no later than June 30, 2024 as to whether the 30-credit standard should be allowed to continue. Additionally, the bill increases the coverage provided by substitute teachers by extending the amount of time, from 20 to 40 days, that those individuals may teach in the same classroom during public health emergencies, according to the press release. During committee deliberations, the NJSBA was able to have language inserted clarifying school districts may establish additional criteria for substitute teachers within their district, according to the press release. “Substitute teaching provides valuable experience to college students of all majors, offering an opportunity to serve their communities, learn more about our education system and earn money,” said Senator M. Teresa Ruiz, chairwoman of the Senate Education Committee, upon the bill’s approval. “This new law will expand eligibility to more higher education students in the state, ensuring we have the staffing we need in our classrooms and increasing job opportunities for those working toward a degree,” Ruiz said.

34th goal of the season to give Hillsborough some breathing room at 6-4. “Mia is just one of those girls that loves lacrosse,” Dunphey said. “She’s very coachable. She had to play her game today. She’s had a great senior year.” Livingston cut it back to a one-score game a minute later, setting up a hardfought last 10 minutes of action for a spot in the quarterfinals. Hillsborough’s defense was up to the challenge of protecting a one-goal lead. Even down a player for almost all of the final 10 minutes of the contest, the Raiders were solid on defense and kept Livingston from getting any decent looks at the net. “We have great communication and work really well together,” said Hillsborough defender Jenn Koval. “After any goal, we come together and figure out ways to try and fix it.” Livingston had one last chance to force overtime with 17 seconds left.

The Lancers raced up the field to get one last heave from the 20-yard line, but Hillsborough’s Meg Wilke was in front of the net and knocked the ball away to seal a trip to the quarterfinals for her squad. Hillsborough goalkeeper Ryle Masi racked up 10 saves in the net for the Raiders. Always telling her players to have fun when they hit the field during a game or practice, Dunphey said she enjoyed watching her Hillsborough squad celebrate its trip to the quarterfinals after the game. Dunphey knows her team plays its best when they’re “having fun” and she can’t wait for her squad to take on top-seeded Ridgewood High School in the quarterfinals on June 5. “I always tell them to play hard and have fun,” Dunphey said. “They have nothing to lose and everything to gain. We’re excited to play them.”

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To obtain permission to construct an addition to their home which will result in the need for a variance for impervious coverage which exceeds the twenty-five percent (25%) allowed by 9.9%. Impervious coverage currently exceeds 25% by 7.3%. Applicant is seeking an additional increase of 2.6%. The applicant reserves the right to seek such further Variances as might arise during the course of the hearings although none are now known or anticipated. The application and supporting documents are on file with the Secretary of the Hillsborough Township Board of Adjustment and may be inspected at http://hillsborough nj.civicclerk.com at least ten (10) calendar days before the scheduled meeting date. Any interested party may appear either in person or by attorney at said hearing and participate therein in accordance with the rules of the Board of Adjustments by appearing via the foregoing link(s).

Neil Johnson and Leigh Johnson By: Richard E Fleischer Attorney for the Applicant

HB, 1x, 6/4/2021, Fee: $44.64 Affidavit: $15.00

LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled:

of the TOWNSHIP of HILLSBOROUGH County of SOMERSET for the ﬁscal year 2021.

Revenue and Appropriations Summaries Summary of Revenues

Surplus

3,025,000.00

2,500,000.00

Total Miscellaneous Revenues

8,711,761.00

7,463,382.39

Receipts from Delinquent Taxes

a) Local Tax for Municipal Purposes

700,000.00

20,460,907.00

20,060,789.00

Tot Amt to be Rsd by Taxes for Sup of Muni Bnd

20,460,907.00

20,060,789.00

Total General Revenues

32,897,668.00

30,724,171.39

b) Addition to Local School District Tax c) Minimum Library Tax

Summary of Appropriations 1.

Operating Expenses:

2021 Budget

Final 2020 Budget

Salaries & Wages

14,557,299.00

13,926,794.00

Other Expenses

10,206,987.00

9,850,199.39

Deferred Charges & Other Appropriations

4,481,685.00

3,739,430.00

Capital Improvements

1,100,000.00

654,000.00

Debt Service (Include for School Purposes)

1,331,697.00

1,453,748.00

Reserve for Uncollected Taxes

1,220,000.00

1,100,000.00

32,897,668.00

30,724,171.39

154 Full/20 PT

159 Full/21 PT

Total General Appropriations Total Number of Employees

An Ordinance Of The Township Of Hillsborough, County Of Somerset, State Of New Jersey, Amending Chapter 188 “Land Use and Development”, Article V “Districts and Standards”, Section 188-97 “Prohibited Uses” Of The Code Of The Township Of Hillsborough To Prohibit The Operation Of Any Class Of Cannabis Business Within The Geographical Boundaries Of The Township of Hillsborough.

Balance of Outstanding Debt General Interest

was introduced at a Meeting of the Township Committee of the Township of Hillsborough, County of Somerset, State of New Jersey held on April 27, 2021 and was passed and approved by the said Township Committee at a regular and duly convened meeting held on May 25, 2021.

2020

ORDINANCE 2021-07 An Ordinance titled,

Anticipated 2021

406,192.78

Principal

10,460,955.08

Outstanding Balance

10,867,147.86

Notice is hereby given that the budget and tax resolution was approved by the COMMITTEEPERSONS of the TOWNSHIP of HILLSBOROUGH, County of SOMERSET on May 25, 2021.

Pamela Borek Hillsborough Township Clerk HB. 1x, 6/4/2021, Fee: $26.97 Affidavit: $15.00 LEGAL NOTICE

A hearing on the budget and tax resolution will be held at the Municipal Building, on June 22, 2021 at 6:00 o'clock PM at which time and place objections to the Budget and Tax Resolution for the year 2021 may be presented by taxpayers or other interested parties. Copies of the budget are available in the ofﬁce of Pamela Borek, Township Clerk at the Municipal Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey, 08844 during the hours of 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. HB, 1x, 6/4/2021, Fee: $91.76, Afﬁdavit: $15.00

Notice is hereby given that an Ordinance entitled:

-NOTICEALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE

ORDINANCE 2021-10 An Ordinance titled, An Ordinance Amending The Salary Ordinance Of The Township Of Hillsborough To Include New Positions and Set Salary Ranges.

This Ordinance will be further considered for final passage by the Township Committee at the Municipal Complex, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough, New Jersey, at a meeting being held on June 15, 2021, at 7:30 PM or at any time and place to which such meeting may be adjourned. All persons interested in the Ordinance may obtain a copy from the Office of the Township Clerk located in the municipal complex between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., at no cost, and persons interested in the Ordinance may appear at the hearing and will be given the opportunity to be heard concerning this Ordinance.

Pamela Borek Hillsborough Township Clerk

HB. 1x, 6/4/2021, Fee: $27.90 Affidavit: $15.00

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Take notice that Hillsborough Group LLC, has applied to the Township of Hillsborough for a Plenary Retail Consumption License with Broad Package Privilege, as a pocket license. (This license is being applied for pursuant to a Special Ruling issued by the Director of the Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control on May 15, 2013, under authority of N.J.S.A. 33:112.18, to replace License No. 1810-32-002-008, which expired June 30, 2019). The persons who will hold an interest in this license are: Sanjeev Pasham 44 Constitution Way, Jersey City, NJ 07305 Amarnath Vangala 34 Andrew Way, Piscataway, NJ 08854 Manish Pamar 5 Schanck Dr., Edison, NJ 08820 Objections, if any, should be made immediately in writing to: Pamela Borek, Municipal Clerk, Township of Hillsborough, 379 South Branch Rd., Hillsborough, NJ 08844. Hillsborough Group LLC c/o Skene Law Firm, P.C. 2614 Rt. 516 Old Bridge, NJ 08857 HB, 2x,5/28/2021, 6/4/2021, Fee: $64.48, Affidavit: $15.00

rior with a graphite interior. This is an attractive combination. The QX55 has a bold new look with an aggressive looking front fascia and 20-inch dark painted and machine finished aluminum alloy wheels. The interior outlay is what you would expect from an Infiniti but not overly luxurious. So, how does it drive? Well, there’s the rub. When you put the drive of the QX55 up against its European top competitors like the Porsche Macan, Mercedes GLC or the BMW X4, I feel it comes up a tad short in the dynamic driving experience category. The QX55 has a very smooth and comfortable driving feel to it – typical of most of the Japanese imports. In fact, it’s a very easy crossover to settle into and get used to. However, when you switch it into the “Sport” driving mode with the anticipation that you are going to get a bit of a more dynamic feel to it, it’s a bit disappointing. The combination of the 2.0 liter, four cylinder turbo charged engine and the CVT transmission lacks a real punch. When you try to aggressively accelerate in the sport mode the engine just revs more and sounds a bit tinny but there’s no real “Wow” factor there. That being said, not everyone needs to or wants to drive in a sporty, more aggressive style – that happens to be my thing – but others may never need to go there. Overall, the QX55 offers a very solid and comfortable ride with smooth and precise handling. This car has a softer more pillowy suspension and its AWD system is capable but not designed for any serious off road challenges. The interior of the new QX55 is average. It’s not overly luxurious but it’s designed well and the dual screen infotainment system is easy to use and syncs quite easily with your phone or music system. The voice command system is above average. With a base price of $58,075. my tester had tons of standard equipment. If you splurge and get this top of the line model, there isn’t any need to get any expensive options. In fact, the only additional options on my tester were $900 for exclusive paint and $1,025 for destination charge. It carries a bottom line sticker price of $58,975. The EPA has no fuel consumption ratings for the new QX55 yet and neither has it been safety crash test rated under the government’s 5 star rating system. Overall, I think the QX55 will find its niche in this highly competitive segment. While I don’t think it will threaten the European leaders, I do think it will turn enough heads to attract a niche following for those who like the feel of the Japanese luxury imports.

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How long have you worked in real estate? A. This will be my 35th year in real estate. I love what I do!

What do you do when you are not working? A. I enjoy spending time with my family, going to the theatre and doing word puzzles. I have also been teaching tap dancing for the past 38 years too, and I chair an annual fundraiser, Ribbons of Hope for the benefit of Dance for the Cure, an organization that gives financial assistance to local breast cancer patients.

What is one tip you have for someone looking to buy or sell a home? A. Call me first! My background in education helps me explain the transaction from start to finish in a clear and concise way, setting realistic expectations. I believe I am my clients’ number one resource in the buying/selling process. My 30+ years of experience help them avoid some of the pitfalls of the process, thus helping them reach their real estate goals.

What is the most challenging/gratifying aspect of what you do? A. Real estate is unpredictable, which is the fun part for me. I am a good “juggler”; most days I have to shift gears on a moment’s notice. The intricacies of each transaction combined with the personalities of the parties involved equals a different scenario each time. While this is challenging, I find tackling the challenge and helping people get settled in the right home very gratifying.

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