Q&A: candidates for city board of commissioners, Fieldsboro mayor, council
It’s a new era in Bordentown City, as voters will this year choose three members of the Board of City Commissioners in November instead of May, as they have done in the past.
Voters passed a referendum last November supporting that the election be moved, and that change was implemented by the board this year. Five candidates are running for seats on the three-member board, with all three seats up for a four-year term on Election Day, Nov. 4.
Of the two current members of the board, only Mayor Jennifer Sciortino is running for a new term. Deputy Mayor Joe Myers has opted against running again. The third seat is currently vacant.
In Bordentown Township, only one seat is up for grabs on the township committee, and there is just one candidate for that seat: Democrat Eugene M. Fuzy, who is currently serving as deputy mayor.
a new mayor after borough council member John Errigo defeated incumbent mayor Dave Hansell in the Democratic primary in June.
Three candidates are running for two seats on borough council.
The Bordentown Current surveyed the candidates running for contested seats. Their bios and responses to our questions are below. You can also read them on our website, communitynews. org.
Bordentown
City Board of Commissioners
Five candidates (one incumbent) running for three seats.
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In Fieldsboro, there will be
Grace Archer, 67, has lived in Bordentown City for 47 years. The retired municipal clerk for the City of Bordentown has been married for 48 years to husband Steven; they have two sons, Jason and Jeremy, who are sergeants with the Bordentown City Police. Archer has two granddaughters, Kay-
dence (13) and Zoey (3).
Ed Foley, 34, has lived in Bordentown City his whole life, with local family history going back to the late 19th century. His parents, sisters and great uncle still live in the area.
A supervisor with the Department of the Treasury, he lives on Elizabeth Street with his two dogs, Skelly and Ozzy.
Foley ran unsuccessfully for City Commission in the 2017 and 2021 general elections, and unsuccessfully for an unexpired term on the City Commission in the special election in 2024.
Stephanie Lagos, 39, has lived in Bordentown City for 8 years. She serves as deputy chief of staff to Gov. Phil Murphy and chief of staff for New Jersey First Lady Tammy Snyder Murphy. She is married to husband Justin, and has daughters Sofia (3), Isabella (1) and dog Mosie (6). This is her first time running for elected office.
Sean Reiter, 47, has lived
Glenn right where she belongs for BRHS soccer
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Allie Glenn tried all the positions on the soccer field while she was growing up, but where she felt most like herself was in goal.
Now she can’t imagine playing anywhere else.
“I was kind of more okay with hanging in the back and not scoring as much and being okay with being that position,” Glenn said.
“That’s that last line of defense and trying to keep the ball out the net.
And I think that really helped with my confidence. It didn’t help just
on the field. It helped a lot off the field with like school and like other things going on. So I think just having that natural ability come on to me, it really helped all around.”
A senior in her fourth year with the Bordentown Regional High School girls soccer team, Glenn’s experience and attitude are invaluable to the Scotties. She has taken on new challenges each year, from unexpectedly starting as a freshman, to playing a mostly back-up role in an injury-plagued sophomore year, to starting every game
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Goalkeeper Allie Glenn in action for Bordentown High soccer.
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RWJUH Hamilton October Healthy Living / Community Education Programs
This evidence-based class offers techniques to deal with cancer symptoms and treatment such as fatigue, pain, sleeplessness, shortness of breath, stress, and emotional problems such as depression, anger, fear and frustration related to cancer, cancer treatment, and cancer recovery. This is a very experiential program.
BREAST CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Oct. 7; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Presented by our oncology nurse navigator and certified oncology social worker at The Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, this support group welcomes those who have received a breast cancer diagnosis in all phases of their journey, and offers participants an opportunity to share personal experiences, helpful resources, and methods of coping with feelings of anxiety and distress. Please call 609.584.2836 to confirm attendance.
2ND ANNUAL, IN YOUR BREAST INTEREST: YOUR BREAST CARE QUESTIONS ANSWERED LIVE
Wednesday, Oct. 8; 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join our panel of breast specialists, from the Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, Firas G. Eladoumikdachi, MD, FACS, Breast Program Director, Surgical Oncology; Meera Yogarajah, MD, Medical Oncology; and Rachana Singh, MD, Clinical Director of Radiation Oncology for an informative Q&A session. Learn the facts about breast health, the latest treatments, and the importance of early detection, screening, and prevention. Registered attendees will be offered a wellbalanced and healthy dinner.
ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Oct. 7; 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 15; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Support and information for family and friends of people with Alzheimer’s disease. A caregiver specialist will conduct these interactive groups and facilitate a supportive group experience.
THE POWER
OF FOOD: NUTRITION STRATEGIES FOR DIABETES
Monday, Oct. 13; 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Oct. 28; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join us to learn how to manage and control your diabetes through dietary choices.
Learn the basics of diabetes and how nutrition affects blood sugar levels. Gain practical tips for meal planning and preparation to control your diabetes.
WII GAMES
Monday, Oct. 13; 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 24; 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Join RWJ Rehabilitation at RWJUH Hamilton for this fun hour of Wii games and learn about safe mechanics. Mastering body movement is the key to safe living. Play smart, move like a pro, and stay in the game longer!
MINDFULNESS MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS
Wednesday, Oct. 15; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Learn how to help heal your body and relax your busy mind. No experience necessary.
MIND
YOUR MIND
Wednesday, Oct. 15; 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
There is a strong correlation between mental and physical health. We will learn about strategies to help deal with stress on a daily basis, as well as foods to help enhance mental health. Ekta Makani, FNP-C, MSN, APN.
CRYSTAL BOWL SOUND BATH
Thursday, Oct. 16; 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Relax to the soothing sounds of crystal bowls, allowing your body and mind to return to a restful state. Please bring a yoga mat, blankets, and anything else that makes you comfortable. Chairs available as well. Fee: $15.
PREDIABETES CONNECT GROUP
Tuesday, Oct. 21; 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Diagnosed with prediabetes? This group is for you to connect with others affected. Share and explore ways to improve lifestyle changes.
REIKI SHARE GROUP
Wednesday, Oct. 22; 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
For folks who have been Reiki certified (at any level) to come share the gift with fellow practitioners. Give a session, get a session. Please bring a sheet and small pillow.
WISE WOMAN DISCUSSION GROUP: WHAT ARE YOU READING?
Thursday, Oct. 23: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Join a community of women to discuss relevant topics and find purpose, meaning and community.
ASK THE DIETITIAN
Friday, Oct. 24; 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Oct. 29; 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Meet with our Registered Dietitian for a 30-minute appointment to discuss your unique nutritional needs.
CAREGIVER CONFERENCE
Monday, Oct. 27; 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Supporting a person with memory loss can bring both communication and financial challenges. A geriatric specialist will discuss the progression of dementia and share verbal and non-verbal communication strategies to help strengthen relationships. An elder care attorney will present guidance on asset preservation within the context of Medicaid planning for long-term care, as well as the importance of estate planning documents.
HEART-HEALTHY NUTRITION
Monday, Oct. 27; 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Join us for our bimonthly nutrition education class. Learn about making dietary choices that support cardiovascular health. Discuss the principles of heart-healthy nutrition. Gain tips for meal planning and preparation. Explore heart-healthy recipes.
CREATIVE ARTS: JUNK JOURNALING
Tuesday, Oct, 28; 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Junk journaling is a stress-reducing activity that allows you to express yourself through creativity. This unique way of journaling involves repurposing old items and transforming them into beautiful and personal works of art. Grab some “junk” and get crafty while working on your mental health and wellness.
STROKE SUPPORT GROUP
Tuesday, Oct. 28; 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
A place for survivors and caregivers to build a community through shared personal experiences, feelings, and recovery strategies on managing life after a stroke. Join the RWJ Rehab team, Ashley Sarrol, Speech-Language Pathologist, & Allyson Panikowski-Berry, Occupational Therapist. Survivors and care partners at any stage of recovery are encouraged to attend.
IS IT LAZINESS, ADHD, OR PERHAPS AUDITORY PROCESSING DISORDER?
Wednesday, Oct. 29; 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) is often mistaken for hearing loss, as those diagnosed may struggle to follow conversations or understand instructions. Join Lorraine Sgarlato, AuD, from the Balance and Hearing Center, to learn how APD affects children and adults, and the most effective treatment options available to improve quality of life.
BASICS OF ESTATE PLANNING
Thursday, Oct. 30; 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
This informational presentation includes concepts such as wills, trusts, probate, and the advantages of naming beneficiaries. Protect your loved ones and plan for the future.
*All programs require registration and are held at the RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted.
Don’t miss an opportunity to participate in life-changing conversations, listening, learning, and exploring for this time in our lives. Every week is new and something different. Join us on all the dates, two, or even one. It’s your choice. New members are always welcome.
HOPE FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE LUNCH: BREAST CANCER AWARENESS & CRAFTING
Thursday, Oct. 2; 12:00 p.m.- 2:00 p.m.
Join us for a meaningful and uplifting afternoon designed to inform and inspire. After lunch, create a simple craft you can donate to the Better Health Education Center for October’s Breast Cancer Awareness month, or take it home to enjoy. After we’ll join Firas G. Eladoumikdachi, MD, Breast Program Director, Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton, who will discuss what you need to know about breast cancer after age 65.
MEDICARE OPEN ENROLLMENT IS HERE: WHAT’S NEW FOR 2026?
Tuesday, Oct. 7; 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Join us to learn what you need to know about your 2026 Medicare benefits and how to compare health and drug plans to find the best coverage and save money. Kelly Ott, Director of the NJ State Health Insurance Assistance Program, (a Medicare information program sponsored by the NJ Department of Human Services, Division of Aging Services), and Michele Lee, Medicare and Program Specialist, will present. Light Refreshments will be served.
FALL HEALTH FAIR AND BREAKFAST
Thursday, Oct. 9; 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join our RWJUH Hamilton team members for this informative fair designed to empower you with the tools you need to live healthier lives. A variety of screenings and assessments will be available. Breakfast included.
NOURISH YOUR BRAIN: COOKING FOR BRAIN HEALTH
Friday, Oct. 17; 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Have some fun while learning recipes that can help fuel your brain.
LUNCH & LEARN: MEET SARA ALI, MD, & THE RECENTLY EXPANDED GERIATRIC TEAM
Tuesday, Oct. 21; 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
A compassionate, multidisciplinary team welcomes patients, led by board-certified geriatricians Dr. Sara Ali and Dr. Bianca Estropia, along with a nurse practitioner, licensed practical nurse, and medical assistant. Together, they provide personalized care that supports older adults and their families—prioritizing independence, quality of life, and overall well-being.
Discover state programs that provide seniors with financial, health, and food assistance. Presenters Include: NJ Division of Aging Services, NJ Division of Taxation, NJ SNAP .
AGELESS GRACE: SEATED EXERCISE FOR THE BRAIN & BODY
Monday, Oct. 27; 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
New to the Better Health Program is Ageless Grace, a practice designed to intentionally nourish the brain-body connection and support overall health and wellbeing. It helps reduce stress, keep the brain agile, and the body responsive. When body, mind, spirit, and emotions are in balance, health and well-being become more attainable.
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Old City Hall bringing theater, poetry, trains to downtown
Old City Hall in Bordentown City is presenting a fall schedule that accents local history, artistry, and innovative programming designed to attract a varied audience to Bordentown — and build attention to an important city landmark.
OCH fall offerings from October through December are as follows:
Oct. 5, Sunday Soiree featuring Bordentown-based independent rock music performer and songwriter Jamie Parker. 4 p.m. Free.
Oct. 10, “Panther Hollow,” noted New Jersey playwright and Bordentown Township resident David Lee White’s humorous and insightful look at life in your 20s. 7 p.m. Free (donation requested).
Oct. 11 “The Devil and Daisy Dirt,” the acclaimed theater and blue grass production telling the tale of a young woman’s encounter with the Jersey Devil. 7 and 9 p.m. $25.
Oct. 24, 25, and 26, PCM Theater, based in Hamilton, presents “You Don’t Know Jack,” an original comedy show. Times and tickets to be announced.
Nov. 9, Sunday Soiree featuring acclaimed nationally known Trentonbased artist Mel Leipzig in discussion with Bordentown City artist Liz Aubrey regarding her curation of Leipzig’s graffiti and tattoo artist paintings for a Trenton Free Public Library exhibition. The event is coordinated in conjunction with the Trenton City Museum exhibition, “Mel Leipzig at 90.” 4 p.m. Free.
Nov. 22 and 23, 28, 29, and 30, The annual Old City Hall Train Show, featuring model trains by area collectors. Time TBD. Free.
Nov. 29, The Foundation for Bordentown Traditions “Visit with Santa Claus” at Old City Hall, in conjunction with the Christmas Tree Lighting at Farnsworth Avenue and Crosswicks Street in Bordentown City. Santa’s visit begins immediately following the Tree Lighting.
Dec. 5 and 6, The Annual Bordentown City Artists Show, featuring Liz Aubrey, Al Barker, Debbie Pey, Maggie Rose, Ann Darlington, Marsha Dowshen, Andrea Schlaffer, Georgie Chalker, Zina Umyn,
and Jennifer Szeto from Leaping Dog Art Studio. Noon to 5 p.m. Free admission.
Dec. 14, Sunday Soiree featuring the music and thoughts of Bordentown-based jazz and classical musician and composer Justin Lee. 4 p.m. Free.
The series of events was developed through the Bordentown City’s Old City Hall Restoration Committee, a volunteer group dedicated to providing awareness and funds to restore the historic landmark building in downtown Bordentown.
Old City Hall is located at 13 Crosswicks Street, Bordentown City. For more information, visit facebook.com/ OldCityHallRestoration.
High School Thespians to collect food on Halloween
Bordentown Regional High School theatre students will collect canned food and pantry items in place of candy on Halloween, Oct. 31, from 5 to 8:30 p.m.
Students in the school’s Thespian Troupe 6803, part of the International Thespian Society, will go door to door in the neighborhoods of Clifton Mills, Williamsburg, Crystal Lake, the Bosserts and Bordentown City. Organizers say that donations will benefit St. Mary’s Food Pantry in Bordentown.
The effort is part of Trick or Treat So Kids Can Eat, a statewide community service program in which student theatre groups collect food for local charities. Bordentown students have set a goal of 1,000 pounds of donations this year.
Food can also be donated throughout October at the main offices of all Bordentown Regional School District buildings. Since joining the program in 2010, the troupe has collected more than 44,000 pounds of food. That year, students gathered 2,002 pounds, surpassing their original goal and earning the Harvest Excellence Award from the International Thespian Society.
Bordentown’s Thespians troupe is advised by Stacie Morano.
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in Bordentown City for two years. Reiter is married to Brittany, and has two children, Owen (5) and Emily (3).
Jennifer Sciortino, 50, has lived in Bordentown City for 17 years. She is director of public affairs and outreach for the state Department of the Treasury. She and spouse Molly Dwyer were married last fall in Bordentown City.
“We chose to showcase everything we love about Bordentown when we got married last fall: pictures at Point Breeze, ceremony at Hilltop Park, followed by a parade down Second Street to the reception at Old City Hall, with food and other accommodations provided by many Bordentown businesses,” she says.
She was first elected as a Bordentown City Commissioner in 2021, in her first time running.
Bordentown Current: Tell us about the moment that you decided to run, or run again, for the board of commissioners.
Grace Archer: My decision to seek office came from asking myself how I could be of further service to our city and
residents in an impactful way. It is important to the city’s growth and progress to support our downtown business district, but we must also remain mindful of the importance of our fiscal responsibility to the taxpayers and residents.
Ed Foley: I decided to run again after the May 2025 commissioner’s meeting where it was announced that Commissioner Heather Cheesman would not be replaced, despite six qualified candidates considered and a compromise rejected. I felt this was not good for our community, especially for our first responders. We need leaders who can work through disagreements for the common good. I am willing and able to work together with whomever gets elected to bring home results for everyone.
Stephanie Lagos: I decided to run after friends and neighbors encouraged me to take the leap. After almost a decade of calling Bordentown City home, serving on the Economic Development Advisory Committee and the Burlington County Library Commission, and choosing to raise my family here, I realized this was the right moment to give back in a bigger ELECTIONS continued from Page 1
way. I want to use my government and management experience to make sure our local government listens, responds and keeps our city the special place we all love.
Sean Reiter: As a parent with two young children who enjoy stroller rides, the frustration I felt every time we had to navigate an uneven sidewalk or go into the street to avoid overgrown yards and unkempt bushes that blocked sidewalks pushed me to do something to bring positive change to how our city runs. Those issues, along with concern over the financial stability of the city, awakened a calling in me to run for commissioner.
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Lagos: Bordentown City is special because neighbors truly care for one another. That sense of connection shows up in everyday life: mornings at the coffee shop where familiar faces greet you by name, Sundays at the farmers market, afternoons in the park with our daughters and their friends, and evening walks down tree-lined streets with our dog, Mosie. Our rich history, community events, and small businesses give the city a one-ofa-kind charm.
Jennifer Sciortino: Ultimately, I decided we’re just getting started.There are so many irons in the fire right now. I spent the last four years building relationships with residents, volunteers, and our business community and I want to continue advocating for them. Everything I’ve learned over the last four years will help me be more effective in the next four.
BC: What makes Bordentown City a great place to live?
Archer: The city has seen many changes over the years, and our downtown district is thriving where others struggle. Bordentown City, with its historical places of interest, shops, restaurants, parks, trails and annual events, and the walkability of the city is what attracts most visitors and gives our residents that small town feel where you know your neighbors, everyone watches out for the children and it’s just a comfortable, safe environment for raising a family. Once you visit Bordentown City, you fall in love with the charm and want to make it your home too.
Just as important, volunteers give their time and energy to make Bordentown welcoming and vibrant — a community we’re proud to call home.
Reiter: When we decided to move, the list of places we wanted to end up was very short: Bordentown City was the only place we wanted to move. We love the walkability, the sense of community, and how friendly everyone is. We were excited that our kids would be able to walk to school, which unfortunately will have to wait two years now. The kids love exploring the city and meeting friends at the many playgrounds. This is an amazing place to raise a family, and almost anything we need is within walking distance.
Sciortino: I could go on forever about how special Bordentown is — incredible history, vibrant downtown, walkability, and an abundance of open space — but what truly makes it stand out is our unique sense of community. Bordentown is a place where people from all walks of life can run into each other on the street or have a meaningful conversation on a bar stool.
Foley: There are a few things that make this small town with a big heart a great place to live. Foremost are its residents, who time and again demonstrate a sense of community in good times and bad. That is further exemplified by the countless volunteers who serve on city boards, committees, firehouses, and charitable organizations. Without our volunteers, this city would look very different.
Additionally, I feel our rich history, our walkable streetscapes, a thriving downtown, and a growing park system all draw people to move here and that makes Bor-
I’ve never had more cross-generational relationships in my life. It’s more important than ever to have a strong social fabric of friends and neighbors to lean on and I’m truly grateful for the people who call Bordentown home.
BC: Name two issues of vital importance in the city right now and explain how, as a commissioner, you will address these issues.
Archer: Fiscal responsibility is a priority that affects residents and taxpayers. Bordentown City is built out, and without additional tax ratables and the loss of its largest commercial taxpayer, the financial burden of supporting the needs of the city has fallen to the taxpay-
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ers. It is important that we find avenues to generate revenues without burdening the taxpayer further.
Public safety is an extremely vital issue that is important to our residents. The equipment of our volunteer fire companies is aging beyond usefulness and what does not meet today’s standards and requirements affects the fire rating, which then raises homeowners’ insurance premiums.
Our police department’s equipment is outdated both in age and technology; our vehicles have outlived their usefulness and need constant repair. The goal is to establish a long-term plan to upgrade/ replace these valuable tools to enable us to provide for the safety and wellbeing of our residents and visitors.
Reiter: I want to tackle quality of life issues, specifically related to the maintenance of public areas and sidewalks, both city and private. Citizens should not have to do Public Works’ job, and we owe it to each other as neighbors to maintain our properties and keep everyone safe. Keeping sidewalks and rights of way in good condition helps reduce liability.
Secondly, I want to ensure that we run a financially responsible government, not just now, but for years to come, so those following behind us are not saddled in debt and facing tax increases. There are grant opportunities that we should take advantage of and ensure they are used, and not allowed to expire. We also need to make sure that the police department and fire departments have proper funding and equipment. Everyone’s lives and property depend on the two departments being able to efficiently and effectively do their jobs.
Foley: The two issues of importance that stand out to me are improving public safety and advocating for more proactive planning. In November 2024, the city commission rightfully created a public safety task force to address the critical needs of our police, fire and EMS. As commissioner, I would use my experience as a first responder to acquire the resources our police, firefighters and EMTs need as well as ensure that this task force hits the ground running to bring recommendations for the full board to consider.
Sciortino: Open space development is a huge priority as evidenced by the overwhelming number of voters who approved the ballot measure last year. I would like to see us maximize this new revenue source by using it as a local match to pursue larger grants that will help us preserve and enhance our parks and historic places.
Additionally, as your commissioner, I would work with the full board to develop a more proactive approach to how the city operates, as opposed to always reacting after the fact. A more proactive approach would in theory spill over into improving other issues like crisis/incident response, administrative practices and communication, infrastructure improvements, transparency/oversight, constructive relations with the BOE and budgetary planning.
Lagos: Improving walkability and supporting small businesses are top priorities. Everyone should feel safe and welcome as they move around town, so I will push for funding, grants, and partnerships to repair and connect sidewalks. Our small businesses — the shops, restaurants, and entrepreneurs that make up our downtown — are the heartbeat of Bordentown City. With my background in management and economic development, I’ll work to cut red tape, expand partnerships and ensure businesses can thrive. These priorities reflect what makes Bordentown unique: a safe, welcoming, and walkable city where local businesses and neighbors alike help our community flourish.
Right now we’re collecting public input on what residents would like to see prioritized. This will be incorporated into a formal plan that will serve as a blueprint to guide our decisions in the years ahead.
Smart redevelopment is another big issue on the horizon. Once productive properties like Ocean Spray, former City Hall (Farnsworth Avenue), and Clare Estate are all under review right now by the planning board to be included in a new redevelopment plan. The goal is to help identify the best possible uses for these properties and equip the city with the right tools to attract the kind of development that meets our needs, preserves our historic charm, and generates new tax ratables to help ease the burden on residents.
BC: For the incumbent: What are your top accomplishments during your time in office?
Sciortino: I ran on the issues of communication, parking and walkability because they repeatedly come up in conversation with residents. I’ve made them a priority, working with partners to deliver. I led the effort to improve communication by launching the city’s official Facebook channel along with a new website and app, which provide daily updates
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that were nonexistent four years ago.
Leveraging my state government experience, I worked to secure over $1 million in state grant funding to construct a pedestrian/bike path, now in the design phase, to connect two key city quadrants — downtown/train station to Point Breeze/Park Street apartments.
When I first took office, I was told not to bother with the “unsolvable” parking problem. Instead, I secured an agreement with NJTransit to allow free parking at the RiverLine, sought community input, personally designed new signs directing visitors/employees to the train station lot, and expanded shuttle service.
BC: For challengers: What makes you the most qualified candidate running for the board of commissioners?
Archer: My experience as the former municipal clerk and employee of almost 33 years provides me with an incredible amount of knowledge of the city. Familiarity with county and state representatives is a plus in working toward making Bordentown City an even greater place to live. Being familiar with city operations provides an edge to develop strategies to enable employees to perform their duties safely, efficiently and thoroughly. There is an established rapport with many of the employees, which makes for a smooth transition.
and that deepens my investment in Bordentown’s future. I believe I can use my skills to help keep our city the special place we all enjoy calling home.
Foley: Bordentown is my home, it’s the city and the people that I care about most. Seeing this community succeed is what drives me to serve. Between my 12+ years of professional experience working in state government, and my time on city boards and committees (the planning board, economic development, and Veterans Memorial) as well as a decade in the fire department, I know I possess the skills and qualifications to serve on the City Commission.
My experiences have instilled in me a collaborative mindset to accomplish goals, helped hone my attention to detail, and strengthened my ability to listen to the concerns of others. With residents’ support and trust, I will use my experience and these skills as next your commissioner to ensure our little city with a lot of charm continues to succeed into the future.
My knowledge of procedures, regulations and guidelines of city, county and state allows me the opportunity to work efficiently at a “hit the ground running” pace. I took great pride in talking with residents to help resolve problems and provide assistance. I look forward once again to always being available to the residents to listen and help any way that I am able.
Lagos: I bring over a decade of management and public service experience. From serving in the Peace Corps in Africa to working in the State Assembly, and now serving in senior leadership roles in the executive branch of state government, I’ve led teams, managed budgets, and delivered results. Here in Bordentown, I’ve served on the Economic Development Advisory Committee and the Burlington County Library Commission, working alongside neighbors to strengthen our community.
What sets me apart is the combination of professional management experience and a genuine commitment to this city. After eight years here, I’ve seen firsthand how much pride residents take in giving back and supporting one another. I’ve made the choice to raise my family here,
Reiter: I have 15 years of law enforcement experience, ending as a sergeant. I currently lead a team in a risk management, managing claims in automotive retail and other business departments globally. Reducing exposure and liability is something I do well.
I may not have lived here long, but I have a vested interest in improving the functions of our government and making this an even greater place to live. It didn’t take me long to recognize that there is room for improvement within some of the city departments, and I want to work with our dedicated employees to make sure everything runs efficiently, which also saves money. I am a person who can get things done, and I don’t tolerate the phrase, “That’s just how we do things.” If there is a way to improve the function of the government, I intend to do it.
Fieldsboro mayor
Two borough council members, one a Democrat and one a Republican, are running this fall for mayor. The winner will unseat current mayor Dave Hansell, who lost the Democratic primary to council president John Errigo in June.
Council member Timothy Tyler did not run in the Republican primary in June, but has since tossed his hat in the ring.
John J. Errigo III, 47, has lived in Fieldsboro for four years. Errigo, who has a doctor of philosophy degree, is an operations manager with more than 20 years
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leading teams in business and logistics. He teaches a few courses a year at Rowan College and Chestnut Hill College.
Timothy Tyler, 58, has lived in Fieldsboro for more than 50 years. He is a special education teacher.
Bordentown Current: Why have you decided to run for mayor?
John J. Errigo III: I’m running for mayor because Fieldsboro deserves leadership that delivers results, not excuses. Since joining council in 2023, I’ve seen firsthand how dysfunction and delay hurt residents. I’ve spent my career fixing broken systems and leading teams with accountability. I want to bring that same focus here: transparency, efficiency, and putting residents first. This isn’t a stepping stone for me, it’s about protecting our independence, strengthening services, and keeping government working for the people.
The second issue is community trust and communication. Too often residents are left in the dark about projects or decisions. I’ve proven we can change that by launching the borough website and online bill pay. As mayor, I’ll expand communication, from regular updates to resident forums, so government is open, clear, and responsive.
Tyler: I hadn’t planned on running for mayor, since I’m already serving on council. But I was written in by concerned neighbors who wanted an alternative. After many conversations with my family and friends, I decided to step up. What really pushed me was seeing how divided our town had become during the primary. I love this community too much to watch that division continue, and I want to help bring Fieldsboro back together.
BC: What are two vital issues facing Fieldsboro right now, and how will you address them as mayor?
Tyler: The first is keeping our small town fiscally responsible. Every dollar matters here, so I’ll keep pursuing common-sense grants, look for shared service opportunities, and make sure spending stays under control.
The second is about community. Fieldsboro needs to get its identity back. We’ve always been friends and neighbors first, and I won’t let politics take that away from us.
Errigo: The first issue is financial accountability. For too long, our borough has relied on outdated systems and blurred roles between auditor, treasurer and CFO. I’ve already pushed to adopt state-required financial software and sponsored an ordinance to separate grant and loan funds into dedicated accounts. As mayor, I’ll enforce these standards and ensure finances are transparent and state compliant.
BC: Why do you believe you can be more effective as mayor than as a member of council?
Errigo: As council president, I’ve led initiatives, but often my work is stalled by the current administration’s resistance. The mayor sets the tone for leadership, communication and accountability. With executive responsibility, I can drive reforms instead of watching them get buried in committee. My background in operations management has always been about cutting waste and empowering people to do their jobs. As mayor, I’ll ensure Borough Hall runs with the discipline and focus residents deserve.
Tyler: On council, I’ve shown I can work with others and get results. As mayor, I’ll be able to set the tone, guide the conversation, and bring people together. My focus will always be on what matters most: making Fieldsboro a stronger, more connected community for everyone.
BC: What are some accomplishments you can point to as a council member that demonstrate that you are the right choice for mayor of Fieldsboro?
Tyler: As council member we have had many accomplishments. I’m proud to have supported a major infrastructure project that will add decades to the life of our sewer system, something that benefits every resident. I also helped bring Fieldsboro its first dog park, which has already become a great gathering place for neighbors and their pets.
Errigo: Since taking office in January 2023, I’ve delivered results for our residents. First, I spearheaded and worked on the creation of Fieldsboro’s first borough website, giving residents access to agendas, minutes, events, and compliance documents. I also led the launch of online bill pay, a long-overdue step that modernized how residents handle sewer and tax payments, so the residents can See COUNCIL, Page 15
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Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton Offices MOVE TO NEW, CENTRALIZED LOCATION
Capital Health Medical Group, a network of more than 600 physicians and other clinicians who offer primary and specialty care, has consolidated three of its Primary Care – Hamilton practices into a brand new, spacious office located in the Mercerville Shopping Center.
The new Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton, located at 346 Route 33, Hamilton, New Jersey will be led by a team of experienced physicians, including Drs. Jerrold Gertzman, Christine Castillo, Andrew Chiromeras, Nauman Diwan, Siddiq A. Faisal, Navjot Kaur, Smriti Sharma, John Stabile, Michael Stabile, Laisa Vadakara, and Lukose Vadakara.
“Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton was one of the offices that helped launch our primary care network, and it’s amazing to see how much the practice has grown since it first opened more than 20 years ago,” said Dr. Jerrold Gertzman, Chief Medical Officer at Capital Health. “With our entire Primary Care – Hamilton team working together under one roof, patients will benefit from more streamlined access to care and the collaborative environment we maintain in all our primary and specialty care offices.”
As part of Capital Health Medical Group, the board certified team of physicians at the brand new Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton is available to keep you on the path to better health.
As part of Capital Health Medical Group, Primary Care – Hamilton also offers easy access to experienced specialists and surgeons
when necessary and the most advanced care in the region at nearby Capital Health hospitals when patients need it most.
Office hours at Capital Health Primary Care – Hamilton are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday (8 a.m. to 7 p.m.), Wednesday and Friday (8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) and Saturday for same-day appointments by calling ahead (9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). To make an appointment, call 609.587.6661 or visit capitalhealth.org/hamilton.
Capital Health Hospitals Achieve NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR STROKE CARE
Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton, New Jersey and Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell recently received the American Heart Association’s Gold Plus Get with The Guidelines® –Stroke Quality Achievement Award. This award recognizes Capital Health’s commitment and success in ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines based on the latest scientific evidence.
As one of 15 state-designated comprehensive stroke centers in New Jersey and home to Capital Institute for Neurosciences (for patients who require the most advanced treatments for neurovascular and stroke care), Capital Health Regional Medical Center received the American Heart Association’s Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite Plus award and the Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Advanced Therapy award. To qualify for these recognitions, Capital Health Regional Medical Center must meet quality measures developed to reduce the time between a patient’s arrival at the hospital and treatment with clot-busting medication. Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell received the American Heart Association’s Target: StrokeSM Honor Roll Elite Plus award.
Additionally, Capital Health Regional Medical Center and Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell each received the Association’s Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll award. Hospitals that qualify for this recognition ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes, who might be at higher risk for complications, receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to stroke.
“Our community depends on Capital Health to provide the most advanced stroke care possible according to the latest treatment guidelines,”
said DR. DUSTIN ROCHESTIE, director of the Stroke Program and director of Neurology and
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Neuro Critical Care at Capital Institute for Neurosciences. “The American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines initiative fosters environments at both hospitals where our teams can put proven knowledge to work and help patients in the Mercer and Bucks County region experience better outcomes and longer, healthier lives.”
To learn more about Capital Health’s commitment to providing advanced care for stroke patients and those with other complex disorders of the brain and spine, visit capitalneuro.org.
MAJOR EXPANSION OF HEART AND VASCULAR CARE in Trenton at Capital Health Regional Medical Center
Capital Health has officially opened a new, state-of-the-art Heart and Vascular Center at Capital Health Regional Medical Center (RMC), located at 750 Brunswick Avenue in Trenton, marking a significant expansion that covers 12,650 square feet with three operating rooms: one cardiac surgery room for open-heart procedures, one hybrid operating room, and one catheterization laboratory for interventional procedures. The new center also includes six pre-/post-op bays (two dedicated to cardiac surgery), support offices, and staff accommodations.
“Born in Trenton, I take great personal satisfaction in knowing what this means for our neighbors and community and their health care. For more than 125 years, Capital Health has been a part of the Trenton community. Preserving cardiac surgery and developing this resource for patients was incredibly important to all of us,” said Samuel J. Plumeri, Jr., chairman, Capital Healthcare Inc. Board of Trustees. “Thanks to the support of our elected officials, the Department of Health, and other partners, our new Heart and Vascular Center provides residents of Trenton and surrounding neighborhoods greater access to the most advanced cardiovascular care possible.”
“The people who live in New Jersey’s capital city deserve to have a health care system that provides the full range of acute life-saving services. With cardiac surgery, advanced stroke and neuroscience care, and trauma services all under one roof, our Regional Medical Center is an incredible health care resource - which is what Trenton deserves,” said Al Maghazehe, president and CEO of Capital Health. “I am enormously proud of the entire Capital Health team and grateful to all of our partners in state government and the community for the work it took to get this done.”
“As physicians, we are excited to be able to begin caring for patients in these state-of-the-art facilities,” said Dr. Joseph Auteri,
board certified, fellowship trained cardiothoracic surgeon and medical director at Capital Health’s Heart and Vascular Institute. “This new suite of operating rooms will allow us to provide the latest treatment options - often combining open procedures and endovascular procedures into a single operative case for patients. This allows for quicker recovery and better outcomes, and it allows us to treat more complex problems. We’ve already assembled a multidisciplinary team of physicians that work together for the best patient outcomes; now we have the facilities to execute this exceptional care.”
The project was made possible through $22 million in state grant funding awarded in partnership with Governor Murphy and representatives for state Legislative District 15, which includes Senator Shirley Turner, Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, and Assemblyman Anthony Verrelli.
Clinical teams from the Capital Health Heart and Vascular Institute will be providing a wide range of advanced services in the new Center, including cardiac surgery, open and minimally invasive vascular surgery, cardiac catheterization, cardiac electrophysiology (minimally invasive treatments for irregular heartbeats and other disturbances of the heart rhythm), and structural heart care (minimally invasive treatments for heart valve conditions, atrial septal defects, patent foramen ovale and other structural issues of the heart).
The Heart and Vascular Center at RMC is part of the larger Capital Health Heart and Vascular Institute, which offers comprehensive care with a multi-specialty approach. For more information, visit www.capitalheartandvascular.org.
FREE UPCOMING HEALTH EDUCATION EVENTS
Register by calling 609.394.4153 or register online at capitalhealth.org/events and be sure to include your email address. Please register early. Class size is limited.
Zoom meeting details will be provided via email 2 – 3 days before the program date.
Registration ends 24 hours before the program date.
Peripheral Vascular Disease Update
Thursday, October 23, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Location: Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell NJ PURE Conference Center, One Capital Way, Pennington, NJ 08534
Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a progressive disorder that can affect any blood vessel outside the heart and lead to complications in your legs, feet, and other areas of the body. Join DR. KOGULAN NADESAKUMARAN, a board certified vascular surgeon from Capital Health Surgical Group, for the latest information about PVD, including risk factors, prevention, detection and treatment. Staff from the Capital Health Cardiovascular Rehabilitation Department will also discuss current rehab options for PVD.
Seasonal Affective Disorder:
Learn What to Do
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | 6 p.m.
Location: Zoom Meeting
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that occurs at certain times of the year, typically in winter months. Jenna Straus, a licensed clinical social worker from Capital Health Behavioral Health Specialists, will discuss symptoms, causes, and evidence-based treatments.
pay online versus having to drop a check or cash in Borough Hall.
Second, I’ve been relentless in fixing our financial systems. I pressed for the move from outdated 2005 QuickBooks to the state-required Edmunds system. This transition should be completed by early 2026.
Third, I’ve fought to strengthen accountability and communication, whether by pressing the state for a financial review or by providing direct updates to residents when borough leadership stayed silent.
These accomplishments prove I have the vision, persistence, and results-driven approach to lead Fieldsboro as mayor.
Fieldsboro Council
Rosemarie Weaver: I believe a council member represents everyone, and that means working together to find solutions. I’ve been an active volunteer at the Bordentown Elks, and other local organizations, and I am committed to bringing people together to find solutions that benefit the whole town.
My continued goal is to work with both the local leadership and residents to build a more prosperous, sustainable, and inclusive community for everyone.
BC: What are two vital issues facing Fieldsboro right now, and how will you address them as a member of council?
to as a council member that demonstrate that you are the right choice to continue to serve on Fieldsboro council?
Weaver: One of the accomplishments is heading the recreation committee in providing active, free, fun events that involves all members of the community. From the Fieldsboro Fall Festival, to our Santa Run and from the Spring Egg Hunt to Tree Lighting festival, are some of the local events in our town.
Keeping our residents involved in the community and building relationships is very important.
Three candidates — two democrats and one Republican — are running for two seats on Fieldsboro Borough Council.
Democrat Hanna Charles, 34, has lived in Fieldsboro for four years. She is a stay-at-home mom.
Republican David Pantaleone, 57, has lived in Fieldsboro for 3/4 years. He is a business owner.
Rosemarie “Roe” Weaver, 55, grew up in Fieldsboro before moving away. She returned 24 years ago. She works as an office manager and consultant.
Bordentown Current: Why have you decided to run, or run again, for council?
Hanna Charles: Fieldsboro deserves thoughtful and rational council members that preserve our small-town character while planning responsibly for the future. They deserve someone who wants to give back to the community they live in. I also want to show my daughters that dreams can be achieved at any age, and that serving others is one of the most meaningful ways we can make a difference.
David Pantaleone: My family and I previously resided in Bordentown Township, and found Fieldsboro to be a very nice spot to downsize our living space. The people seemed to be a great fit and we like a small-town vibe.
Charles: Two vital issues we are facing is keeping our town safe and preparing for the future without losing what makes us special. I want our families to feel safe and secure, whether that means safer roads, well maintained public spaces such parks or our veterans memorial. At the same time, we know growth will come, and it’s important we guide it in a way that protects our charm while making sure our services and infrastructure can keep up.
My goal is to listen, work hard, and help Fieldsboro stay the kind of place we’re all proud to call home.
Pantaleone: Strengthening the current infrastructure and improving on systems. Take advantage new technologies and what government programs if any can be added to improve the town. Control living cost and improve community value and stability.
Weaver: Keeping property taxes affordable and providing resources for residents in need are two vital issues in our community. The current mayor and council has been very cognizant of keeping town costs in check, and this should continue despite the increase of prices throughout all aspects of our lives. When all residents can benefit, as opposed to just a few, sometimes tough decisions need to be made. Along with this, providing communication on local available services to residents is key to supporting the community.
Borough Council?
Charles: I’ve learned how to juggle responsibilities, make thoughtful decisions, and advocate for the people who depend on me most; my family. Those same skills translate directly into serving our town. I understand the importance of listening, planning ahead, and finding solutions that work for everyone as a whole and not just a select few.
During a previous community event, two residents were able to connect and work together on an issue both were experiencing. These are incidents that make me proud to be a resident of Fieldsboro and would love to continue to represent my chosen town.
BC: (For non-incumbents) What would you point to in your personal or professional life that would demonstrate to voters that you are the right choice to serve on Fieldsboro
Being a stay-at-home mom requires organization, patience, and persistence, and I believe those qualities are just as important on council. I also want to show my children that you step up and make a difference in your community.
I may not have a political background, but I bring real-life experience, a strong work ethic, and a genuine love for my town.
Pantaleone: I have been a business owner for 30 years in Robbinsville with Coterie Salon. I have a musical product company, Metal Pedals, manufacturing and sales since 2006 and currently have a third business doing real-estate as Meraki Ventures. “Have a vision, execute it.”
We then decided to invest into the community with a few rental properties, so obviously next thought is to be more involved in the process of town management to ensure the community continues to be a great environment and investment.
I am willing to work with various leaders, community activists, and businesses to continue to learn about our ever-changing needs and providing both short and long-term solutions.
(For the incumbent) What are several accomplishments you can point
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last year to now being a vocal leader and the backbone of the team defense.
“She’s been outstanding,” said Scotties coach Dominick Castaldo. “If you look at the scores, you say, ‘How can you say that? You’ve given up 13 goals in the six games that you played.’ But it could have been a lot worse if it wasn’t for her.”
Bordentown opened the season with a 4-0 loss to Northern Burlington, but there was no shame in surrendering a hat trick and assist to North Carolina-bound Gianna Hanf. A four-goal loss to Gateway followed, but then the Scotties started to come into form, winning two of their next four games and allowing only four total goals, with a 1-0 win over Moorestown Friends highlighted by eight saves from Glenn that made Gaby Egan’s goal stand up as the game-winnner.
“Thing could have been worse because the defense hadn’t gelled yet,” Castaldo said. “I was trying a few different things that kind of left her exposed and she kept us in things. And she’s been very positive on the field, very positive in practice. Her being a senior has helped tremendously in her experience and just the way she approaches everything.”
Glenn is one of the Scotties’ most experienced players after they graduated five seniors last year, including leading scorer
Anna Stalnaker from a team that picked up its only four wins all in Burlington County Scholastic League action. Bordentown is hopeful there are more wins this year with a mix of veterans and talented youth.
“I think that the freshmen and sophomores, they have done a very, very good job of picking up where we left off last season,” Glenn said. “And even though some of them are brand new and just stepping into the positions and kind of just getting thrown in there, they’ve done a very good job. And I think a lot of our seniors, not just me, have done a very good job keeping them accountable and making sure that we are working as a team and showing them that this isn’t just us playing for fun, this is us playing to win.”
Castaldo also sees a great deal of potential in this year’s group. The slow start did not diminish his bright outlook.
“The biggest thing is I knew going in that we have a lot of talent,” he said.
“And it was just a matter of putting some pieces together and them getting used to each other. That’s the biggest thing. This group has sort of kind of brought the program back around to almost like dealing with some of the teams I’ve had five, eight, nine years ago, just the way that they approach things and they come in not being satisfied, wanting to learn more
every day and working hard every day.”
Glenn is a strong starting point for that attitude. She did not expect to play much as a freshman — in fact Castaldo told her she wouldn’t have to face varsity pressure her first year and could focus on playing junior varsity. But an injury to the varsity starter forced her into the lineup barely a week into the season.
“It was like baptism under fire,” Castaldo said. “And she performed really well.”
After being limited by injuries the next year, she came in as the lone varsity goalie last year and made 150 saves in their 19 games. That experience set her up for one final season with the Scotties this fall.
“It’s kind of weird to think about being a senior and having this be my last year, but I’m really happy with the team we’ve built this year so far,” she said. “I’m excited to see where it goes, especially it being my last year, and hopefully it turns with a positive outlook.”
Glenn has tried to be a good influence in that way, bringing high expectations and encouragement to the team. She takes her role seriously.
“When it comes to being a leader and knowing that being a goalie, you have to be a natural leader, I’ve always tried my best to have the best outlook on the
field and try to lead the girls as best as I can, tell them where they need to be and give them advice when I see it,” she said. “And being a senior has definitely made me want to be even more of a leader, but it hasn’t changed anything for me on the field. I’m as talkative as I normally am and giving as much encouragement and talking to the girls as much as I can, making sure that they know what to do on the field and that they are doing it well.”
She does that while reminding herself to do the same. She has proven she can handle one of the toughest spots on the pitch, though it took time to adjust to the demands of the position. She takes pride in stopping shots, but knows how to bounce back when Bordentown is scored on.
“I’ve definitely had to learn that throughout being in high school with taking this position on because definitely at first it kind of beat me down a little freshman year when I walked on the varsity and was just getting constantly scored on and scored on,” Glenn said. “But I think as I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized that it’s going to happen, mistakes are going to be made, you’re never going to have a perfect game, as Dom always says. And you just have to pick your head up and never make that mistake again.”
It’s a lot to take on, but Glenn wouldn’t have it any other way. She strives to play
her best each game to give the team the best chance to win. Glenn has played other sports, but it’s soccer that has been her main focus. She is, however, around athletics yearround. She will managing the girls basketball team in the winter.
“A lot of the girls that play soccer, they are on that team,” Glenn said. “So I love just being around the girls. And it kind of helps keep that bond going when it comes to going from soccer to basketball, and then going back to soccer. It keeps that bond together, which I really like.”
In the spring, she turns to baseball. She helps manage the Bordentown team on which her father is head coach.
“I’ve always helped manage that because being around my family is really important and having that family support is important,” Glenn said. “So I always find that being around him always helps. That’s the same season as my travel soccer.
“I always find that being a manager helps me and my dad stay connected because he’s one of my number one supporters and he’s really important in my life.”
Outside of her athletic involvement, she also is heavily involved
in school. She’s an officer for her class. Beyond Bordentown, she hopes to pursue a career in speech pathology and is in the midst of sorting out potential schools.
“I’ve been looking into the health science fields and all that,” Glenn said. “And I have been considering playing soccer. I’ve been kind of looking around exploring that a little, but I’m more waiting to see where that path takes me.”
Her path right now is taking her through her final season on a Bordentown team that has potential to contend in the BCSL this year. The Scotties have already shown improvements, and Allie Glenn is determined to ensure that continues.
Her encouragement is just part of her job as a senior. As always, she’s ready to do her part in goal as the last line of defense.
“I feel like I have done a pretty good job fulfilling the role,” she said. “And I think that our other goalkeeper, who is an incoming freshman, I’ve tried to prepare her like how I would want to be prepared. So hopefully she can take over and be even better than I’ve done.”
I have been on the Bordentown Township Committee for nearly nine years. I look forward to continuing the building of my relationships and trust within the community and outside the community. I entered my position in a town with an outdated website and little resident outreach. Today we are proud to have a state of the art website with a virtual assistant, electronic newsletter, and a strong social media presence. It was my pleasure to take on these goals and ensure they were successfully implemented.
Our township committee as a whole promotes strong leadership and strategic planning. We believe community events build community. We look forward to seeing you at our township events. We strategically plan our road program where roads are evaluated and repaved as needed within a budget, yearly. We always plan for the future.
I take pride in sharing my knowledge of nature, government, and volunteerism with the community. Annually I volunteer within the school district to educate our children about how the government works and often also on insects. I also volunteer as the Committee Chair of Troop 13 (Boy Scouts), Cubmaster of Pack 65 (Cub Scouts), and Vice President of the Friends for the Abbott Marshlands. I take the time to build a better world for tomorrow, we all deserve it. I truly believe all elected officials should strive to leave everything better than when they found it. I tirelessly work towards this goal with the administration of the town and the residents of the town to make sure that the needs of the community are met.
Even our municipal building was planned so our line item for debt stayed flat. By planning for the future we ensure that your quality of life stays at the level you expected when you moved here.
Not all these goals are easy to achieve but I am persistent and consistent towards reaching those goals with outside institutions to the best of my ability.
I look forward to continuing to serve my community and I am always available for communication whether it is positive or constructive criticism.
What’s happening?
What’s Happening is a selection of events taking place this month in our area. For even more events, go online to our website, communitynews.org/events.
Details below were believed to be accurate at time of publication. We always recommend that you confirm all necessary details when planning to attend an event.
WEdNESday, OCTObER 1
Wednesday Wonder Walk, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10 a.m. Easy group walk in Roebling Park. Free. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton.
Evening Walk for young adults, Roebling Park. 5 p.m. Must register at abbottmarshlands. org. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton. I and you The Musical, McCarter Theatre Center. 7:30 p.m. 91 University Pl, Princeton.
FRIday, OCTObER 3
dog Trio On The Loose, Hopewell Fare. 6 p.m. Organ Jazz! Greasy and Hot! 65 E Broad St, Hopewell.
amy Rigby, Randy Now’s Man Cave. 7 p.m. A teenage denizen of CBGB who fell in love with country songwriting, mancavenj.com. 119 W Ward St, Hightstown. The Launch Tribute to boston, Styx, and Queen, Cooper’s Riverview. 8 p.m. coopersnj.com. 50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton. The Williamsboy, Trenton Tir Na nOg. 9 p.m. 1324 Hamilton Ave, Trenton.
SaTURday, OCTObER 4
Toy Library, First Presbyterian Church. 9:30 a.m. Bring toys or tokens on the shopping day to exchange for new-to-you toys. Receive tokens by contributing. cityofbordentown.com/events. 420 Farnsworth Ave, Bordentown.
First Saturday Wellness Walk Island Trail, Roebling Park. 10 a.m. Guided walk focusing on marsh ecology along the Island Trail led by a naturalist. Must register at abbottmarshlands.org. 500 Sewell Ave, Hamilton. 35th annual Cranberry Fest, Farnsworth Avenue. 11 a.m. Live music, a food court, beer garden and over 100 juried artisans. btowncranfest.com. Downtown Bordentown.
Fire Cider Workshop, Cherry Grove Farm. 2:30 p.m. Fire Cider is an herbal infused vinegar used as a food and medicine. Make a jar of fire cider using fresh local farm ingredients. Register at cherrygrovefarm.com. 3200 Lawrenceville Rd, Lawrenceville.
Westminster Symphonic Choir: Confounded, Trinity Cathedral of the Episcopal Diocese of New Jersey. 5 p.m. From the intricate majesty of English cathedral anthems to the bold optimism of American choral traditions, this program highlights the music that has shaped worship, identity, and community across centuries. rider.edu. 801 W State St, Trenton.
The Verdict Reggae / Soca bandwith dJ Cesar Cab, Cooper’s Riverview. 7 p.m. coopersnj.com/reservations. 50 Riverview Plaza,
Trenton.
The bobby Sanabria Multiverse big band, McCarter Theatre Center. 7:30 p.m. mccarter. org. 91 University Pl, Princeton.
SUNday, OCTObER 5
35th annual Cranberry Fest, Farnsworth Avenue. 11 a.m. Live music, a food court, beer garden and over 100 juried artisans. btowncranfest.com. Downtown Bordentown. Sangria Workshop, Hopewell Valley Vineyards. 11 a.m. Tickets $30.95. hopewellvalleyvineyards.com. 46 Yard Rd, Pennington.
TUESday, OCTObER 7
Stand Tall yoga, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10 a.m. All levels welcome. Bring mat. Registration required at abbottmarshlands. org. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton. abbott amblers Community Walk, Roebling Park, Watson House Parking Lot. 4:30 p.m. Free, relaxed walks on Abbott Marshlands trails. Must register at abbottmarshlands. org. 151 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton.
WEdNESday, OCTObER 8
Wednesday Wonder Walk, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10 a.m. Easy group walk in Roebling Park. Free. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton.
Princeton University Concerts Presents Mark Morris, Choreographer, Alexander Hall. 7:30 p.m. Part of the Mark Morris Dance Group’s Dance for the Future legacy plan. music.princeton.edu. 68 Nassau St, Princeton.
acts. lawrencevillemainstreet.com.
Prepare your Garden For Winter Wildlife, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 2 p.m. Make gardens safe havens for birds, bugs and other wildlife. Mercer County Park Commission Program. Must register at abbottmarshlands.org. 157 Westcott Ave, Hamilton.
Lost Girl, Rider University Yvonne Theater. 2 p.m. A coming-of-age exploration of first love and lasting loss, Lost Girl continues the story of J.M. Barrie’s Wendy — the girl who had to grow up. rider.edu/about/ events/lost-girl. 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrence.
Toad the Wet Sprocket, CURE Insurance Arena. 7 p.m. With KT Tunstall and Vertical Horizon. Tickets at cureinsurancearena. com. 81 Hamilton Ave, Trenton.
Lost Girl, Rider University Yvonne Theater. 7:30 p.m. A coming-of-age exploration of first love and lasting loss, Lost Girl continues the story of J.M. Barrie’s Wendy — the girl who had to grow up. rider.edu/about/ events/lost-girl. 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrence.
SUNday, OCTObER 12
Lost Girl, Rider University Yvonne Theater. 2 p.m. A coming-of-age exploration of first love and lasting loss, Lost Girl continues the story of J.M. Barrie’s Wendy — the girl who had to grow up. rider.edu/about/ events/lost-girl. 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrence.
ThURSday, OCTObER 9
TCNJ bands: Wind Ensemble and Wind Orchestra, The College of New Jersey. 4 p.m. In the Kendall Hall Mainstage Theater with pre-concert discussion at 3:30 p.m. Get tickets at tcnj.edu. 2000 Pennington Road, Trenton.
Evening with Pádraig Ó Tuama, The Farminary. 8 p.m. A reading and book signing with Irish poet and theologian Pádraig Ó Tuama. Get tickets at ptsem.edu. 4200 Princeton Pike, Princeton.
MONday, OCTObER 13
FRIday, OCTObER 10
handmade Pasta Workshop with Meal, Cherry Grove Farm. 11 a.m. With Chef Patrick from Patrick Makes Pasta Register at cherrygrovefarm.com. 3200 Lawrenceville Rd, Lawrenceville.
The Successful Failures, Needle Creek Brewery. 4:30 p.m. Local band, live music. needlecreek.com. 91 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington.
TUESday, OCTObER 14
Lost Girl, Rider University Yvonne Theater. 2 p.m. A coming-of-age exploration of first love and lasting loss, Lost Girl continues the story of J.M. Barrie’s Wendy — the girl who had to grow up. rider.edu/about/ events/lost-girl. 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrence.
annual bordentown Township Fall Festival, Joseph Lawrence Park. Noon to 4 p.m. Wagon rides, train rides, carnival games, pumpkin and face painting, balloon art, popcorn and cotton candy, food trucks and crafters, live music performances. 316 Ward Ave, Bordentown.
art Show, Golden Nugget Flea Market. 10 a.m. Local artists, art dealers and creators showcasing their work. Paintings, mixedmedia pieces, sculptures, photography and more. 1850 River Road / Route 29, Lambertville.
Fall arts Fest, Lawrenceville Main Street. Noon to 4 p.m. Street fair will feature over 150 artists, crafters and vendors along with dozens of live musical and community
Stand Tall yoga, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10 a.m. All levels welcome. Bring mat. Registration required at abbottmarshlands. org. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton.
WEdNESday, OCTObER 15
Wednesday Wonder Walk, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10 a.m. Easy group walk in Roebling Park. Free. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton.
Mike Viola, Randy Now’s Man Cave. 7 p.m. mancavenj.com 119 W. Ward St, Hightstown.
FRIday, OCTObER 17
Tully’s Tales, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10:30 a.m. Nature-themed story and play time. abbottmarshlands.org. 157 Westcott Ave, Hamilton.
PEI Kids denim and diamonds 40th anniversary Gala, The Boathouse at Mercer Lake. 6:30 p.m. Live music, sit-down dinner, live and silent auctions. Register at peikids.org. 334 S Post Rd, West Windsor. aida Cuevas: 50 years Singing to Mexico, Matthews Theatre, McCarter Theatre Cen-
ter. 7:30 p.m. mccarter.org. 91 University Place, Princeton.
Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer at Princeton Folk Music Society, Christ Congregation Church. 8 p.m. Two-time Grammy Award winners. Classic country, western swing, gypsy jazz, bluegrass, old-time string band, contemporary folk. princetonfolksociety. org. 50 Walnut Lane, Princeton.
SaTURday, OCTObER 18
Morning Mushroom Walk, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 9 a.m. Guided hike. Mercer County Park Commission Program. Must register at abbottmarshlands.org. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton. art in the Marsh: Fall Leaves Greeting Cards, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10 a.m. Watercolor notecards guided by artist Margaret Simpson. Must register at abbottmarshlands.org. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton. World Singing day: Community Sing, Bart Luedeke Center Theater, Rider University. Noon. A singing experience centered on celebrating common humanity and justice for all. Song leaders will include members from campus a cappella groups, C-NAfME chapter, and Westminster Choir College faculty. rider.edu. 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrence.
Princeton University Concerts presents Meet the Music: Musical Fairy Tales, Alexander Hall, Princeton University. 1 p.m. Family concert curated for kids 6-12 Tickets at music.princeton.edu. 68 Nassau St, Princeton.
SUNday, OCTObER 19
Early american artillery and Miniature Can-
non Firing demonstration, Washington Crossing State Park. 1:30 p.m. With historian Stan Saperstein. Learn about American artillery from pre-Revolution to 1840. Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville.
The Successful Failures, Needle Creek Brewery. 2 p.m. Local band, live music. needlecreek.com. 91 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington.
MONday, OCTObER 20
Green Team Meeting, Carslake Community Center. 7 p.m. 207 Crosswicks St, Bordentown.
TUESday, OCTObER 21
Stand Tall yoga, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10 a.m. All levels welcome. Bring mat. Registration required at abbottmarshlands. org. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton.
Tuesday Recital, The College of New Jersey. 12:30 p.m. Series, featuring a variety of student performers in the Mildred & Ernest. E. Mayo Concert Hall. Free and open to the public. tcnj.edu. 2000 Pennington Road, Trenton.
WEdNESday, OCTObER 22
Wednesday Wonder Walk, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10 a.m. Easy group walk in Roebling Park. Free. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton.
FRIday, OCTObER 24
abbott amblers Community Walk, Roebling Park, Watson House Parking Lot. 10 a.m. Free, relaxed walks on Abbott Marshlands trails. Must register at abbottmarshlands. org. 151 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton. 4th Friday Family Game Night, Tulpehaking
Nature Center. 6 p.m. Board games, bingo, turtle time. Must register at abbottmarshlands.org. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton. you don’t Know Jack, Old City Hall. 7:30 p.m. PCM Theatre presents a full-length comedy. 13 Crosswicks St., Bordentown.
Twelfth Night, Rider University Bart Luedeke Center Theater. 7:30 p.m. Featuring an original jazz-funk score by Shaina Taub, Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. concordtheatricals.com. 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville. andy borowitz: an Evening of Sanity, Matthews Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Tickets at mccarter.org. 91 University Place, Princeton.
SaTURday, OCTObER 25
homeFront halloween 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk Plus Family Fun day, Carnegie Center. 9 a.m. Supports enrichment programs for local children impacted by poverty, housing instability, and homelessness. Halloween-themed USATF-certified course, live music, trunk or treat, preschool pumpkin dash. Sign up at runsignup.com/Race/NJ/ Princeton/HomeFront5K. 502 Carnegie Center Drive, Princeton. healthy athletes at the SONJ Sports Complex. 10 a.m. Healthy Hearing, Opening Eyes, and Special Smiles. Register at sonj. org/events/healthy-athletes-oct25. 1 Eunice Kennedy Shriver Way, Lawrenceville. Nature Under the Microscope, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10:30 a.m. Use a microscope to examine insects, butterfly wings, seeds and more. Mercer County Park Commission Program. abbottmarshlands.org. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton. Winter Waterfowl Walk, Roebling Park. 2 p.m. Bring binoculars. Mercer County Park Commission program. Registration required. abbottmarshlands.org. 500 Sewell Ave, Hamilton.
Twelfth Night, Rider University Bart Luedeke Center Theater. 2 p.m. Featuring an original jazz-funk score by Shaina Taub, Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. concordtheatricals.com. 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville.
TCNJ Lyric Theater, The College of New Jersey. Shows at 2 and 7:30 p.m. 4th annual Broadway open mic performances by Lyric Theatre students. Don Evans Black Box Theater. Tickets at tcnj.edu. Parking in lots 5-7. 2000 Pennington Road, Trenton. Ricotta Making & Meal, Cherry Grove Farm. 4 p.m. Take-home workshop and lunch. Register at cherrygrovefarm.com. 3200 Lawrenceville Rd, Lawrenceville. you don’t Know Jack, Old City Hall. 7:30 p.m. PCM Theatre presents a full-length com-
edy. 13 Crosswicks St., Bordentown. Twelfth Night, Rider University Bart Luedeke Center Theater. 7:30 p.m. Featuring an original jazz-funk score by Shaina Taub, Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. concordtheatricals.com. 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville. Westminster Chapel Choir: What Gives Peace, Gill Chapel. 7:30 p.m. Concert. Tickets at rider.edu. 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville.
Step afrika, McCarter Theatre Center. 7:30 p.m. Tickets at mccarter.org. 91 University Pl, Princeton.
SUNday, OCTObER 26
Twelfth Night, Rider University Bart Luedeke Center Theater. 2 p.m. Featuring an original jazz-funk score by Shaina Taub, Presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. concordtheatricals.com. 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville. Smash boom best, McCarter Theatre Center. 3 p.m. 91 University Pl, Princeton. Westminster Choir Graduate Conducting Recital Series, Gill Chapel. 4 p.m. Graduate conductors Claire Fritz and Lucas Heredia. Free and open to the public. rider. edu/about/events/graduate-conductingrecital-series. 2083 Lawrenceville Road, Lawrenceville.
you don’t Know Jack, Old City Hall. 4:30 p.m. PCM Theatre presents a full-length comedy. 13 Crosswicks St., Bordentown.
TUESday, OCTObER 28
Stand Tall yoga, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10 a.m. All levels welcome. Bring mat. Registration required at abbottmarshlands. org. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton. Tuesday Recital, The College of New Jersey. 12:30 p.m. Series, featuring a variety of student performers in the Mildred & Ernest. E. Mayo Concert Hall. Free and open to the public. tcnj.edu. 2000 Pennington Road, Trenton.
WEdNESday, OCTObER 29
Wednesday Wonder Walk, Tulpehaking Nature Center. 10 a.m. Easy group walk in Roebling Park. Free. 157 Westcott Avenue, Hamilton.
ThURSday, OCTObER 30
The Successful Failures, Needle Creek Brewery. 4:30 p.m. Live music. needlecreek. com. 91 Titus Mill Rd, Pennington. Sinfonia Fall Concert, Alexander Hall. 7:30 p.m. Led by conductor Ruth Ochs. music. princeton.edu. 68 Nassau St, Princeton.
Bordentown at the Bend in the Delaware River
Pierre Lacombe bORdENTOWN hISTORy
If you look at a road map of the state of New Jersey, finding Bordentown is about as easy as finding Cape May Point, High Point, or Sandy Hook based on general directions. Just place your finger on the area where the Delaware River makes a 90-degree turn.
So why is this bend important? Meandering along its course from southeast to southwest, the river channel is only passable for larger boats below Bordentown. This feature made Bordentown an early active trading post and transportation hub for freight and passenger service.
The town’s namesake, Joseph Borden, was a prosperous ferry operator who also maintained a thriving stagecoach service as the site provided the shortest overland route to Raritan Bay and the Hudson River. At one time, Park Street was even known as the New York Turnpike due to its western terminus of this service.
Today, while watching the river flow, we all can see the Delaware River at Bordentown is tidal. In Bordentown, the Delaware flows downstream, then six hours later it flows upstream. We all know it is freshwater in Bordentown. Upstream, the river water is fresh and nontidal. Downstream, the river water is salty and tidal.
Has the Delaware River at Bordentown always been tidal? Has it always been freshwater? The answer is, of course... No!
About 25,000 years ago, glaciers covered the northern part of New Jersey. About 20,000 years ago the glaciers began to recede. At that time, sea level was about 400 ft. lower than it is today. To drive to the shore of the Atlantic Ocean 20,000 year ago, we would need to add 250 miles of roads.
About 20,000 years ago the Delaware River was not tidal and only flowed downstream in the summer and was frozen the rest of the year.
About 10,000 years ago, the Lenni
Pennsauken Creek that forms the boundary between Burlington and Camden County). The Pennsauken River was up to 10 miles wide.
Like most rivers, the Pennsauken River had many tributaries. Today’s Schuylkill River and Delaware River upstream of Trenton are the former tributaries to the Pennsauken River. The Pennsauken River northeast of Bordentown stopped flowing, but its tributary, the Delaware River from Easton to Bordentown, continued to flow.
The confluence of the Delaware River and the Pennsauken River are viewed on maps of our state as this bend. Therefore, the next time that you drive to the Bordentown boat launch to soak in some quiet time with the scenery, check out the angle of the river.
Just don’t develop a stiff neck doing it. * * *
Lenape settled along the Delaware River upstream and downstream of Bordentown. Sea level was rising, but it had not yet filled Delaware Bay.
About 10,000 years ago, the Delaware River at Bordentown was still freshwater but not tidal. About 6,000 years ago Delaware Bay was slowly being filled with ocean water as the glaciers melted and sea level rose.
Shortly thereafter, the Delaware River at Bordentown became tidal.
But not for the first time it was tidal! Earth has experienced more than 10 glacial/nonglacial cycles. Each cycle lasts about 100,000 years. Today, we are in a warm non-glacial period. You may have noticed that the years are getting hotter and storms are becoming more turbulent. During the last warm nonglacial period about 100,000 years ago, sea level was about 16 ft. higher than it is today. Cape May County was covered with seawater, and the Delaware River at Bordentown was salty and tidal.
At least 10 times in the past million years, the Delaware River has been tidal and salty, and at least 10 times in the past the Delaware River at Bordentown has been non-tidal and fresh. Today the river
is in transition. It is tidal and fresh.
So now we know the early importance of the Delaware River at Bordentown regarding commerce and geology. Everything changes over time. But let’s get back as to why there is a curious bend in the river at Bordentown.
About 2.5 to 5 million years ago, a very large river flowed from near New York City, across New Jersey’s waistline to Bordentown, and then continued to Philadelphia and Wilmington. That river is called the Pennsauken River (Not
The Bordentown Historical Society has a small collection of Lenni-Lenape arrowheads, clay pipes and stems, musket balls, and other artifacts associated with the First People that hunted the wooded terrain and fished the vast marshlands. For information about the Bordentown Historical Society, please call (609) 2981740 or email bordentownhistoricalsociety@gmail.com.
The 90-degree bend in the Delaware River right below Trenton has a fascinating backstory — and that’s where you can find Bordentown.
Am I too young for a mammogram?
Ask The Doctor
Breast cancer may not be the first concern for many young women, however, in recent years, research is showing that cancers are on the rise for women under 50. One of the best ways to tackle breast cancer is through early detection and screening with mammography.
Firas G. Eladoumikdachi, MD, Breast Surgical Oncologist and Director of the Breast Program at the Cancer Center of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, and Associate Professor of Surgery in the Division of Surgical Oncology at Rutgers Cancer Institute, and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, shares while routine mammograms are generally recommended starting at age 40, there are certain factors that may make it necessary to get screened at a younger age. Examples of risk factors that may prompt younger women to consider getting
screened earlier are below.
• Family History of Breast Cancer. If you have a close relative—such as a mother, sister, or daughter—who was diagnosed with breast cancer, especially at a young age, it could significantly increase your risk of developing the disease. Knowing your family history can help guide decisions about when to begin screening.
• Genetic Mutations (BRCA1, BRCA2). Women who carry certain genetic mutations, such as BRCA1 or BRCA2, are at a much higher risk for developing breast cancer. If you have a family member with such gene mutations or other hereditary cancer syndromes, you may need to begin screenings much earlier. Genetic testing, which is a laboratory test that looks for mutations (alterations) in genes performed on a blood or saliva sample can help determine if you’re at higher risk. Clinics like the LIFE Center at the Jack & Sheryl Morris Cancer Center can help you assess your options.
dense breast tissue not only have a higher risk of breast cancer, but dense tissue can also make it harder to detect tumors on a standard mammogram. If your doctor determines you have dense breasts, they may recommend starting mammograms earlier or using additional imaging, such as MRI or ultrasound.
• Radiation Exposure at a Young Age. If you’ve undergone radiation treatment to the chest at a young age, such as for treating another cancer, you may be at increased risk for developing breast cancer earlier in life. In these cases, your doctor may recommend starting mammograms earlier, and using additional imaging, to catch any potential issues as soon as possible.
tion, contact Jessica Alleman, Director of Development, at 609-249-7527 or email Jessica.alleman@rwjbh.org.
Purchase signature ‘glow’ paint the town t-shirts
All purchases can be made online by visiting rwjbh.org/paintthetown and clicking on the “Paint the Town Pink Signature 2025 T-Shirt” button.
Every t-shirt purchased helps! Thanks to our sponsor, Sky Zone Hamilton, 100% of the 2025 t-shirt sale proceeds will directly benefit the Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton. Adult sizes are $25 each and children’s sizes are $10 each. Also available to purchase are car magnets. Order yours today!
FRIday, OCTObER 10
• Dense Breast Tissue. Women with
• Lifestyle Factors. Though lifestyle factors like smoking, obesity, and excessive alcohol use are more commonly linked with overall cancer risk later in life, they can still influence breast cancer risk at younger ages. While lifestyle modifications can help reduce risk, those with these risk factors may need to consider earlier screenings based on family history or other clinical factors.
If you identify with any of these factors, it’s important to discuss your screening options with your healthcare provider. They can help you decide if getting a mammogram at a younger age is the right choice for you.
Rutgers Cancer Institute together with RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s only National Cancer Institute (NCI)Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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Learn more about breast cancer screening and mammogram options at rwjbh.org/mammo.
Let’s beat cancer together.
Paint the town pink with RWJUH Hamilton
Hamilton Township and surrounding Mercer County municipalities will be awash in a sea of pink when the Young Professionals Group and Development Committee of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, celebrate their 2nd annual Paint the Town Pink, a fundraising initiative to support the Cancer Center at RWJUH Hamilton located at 2575 Klockner Road, Hamilton.
All special events and activities, like those listed below, will help makes a difference. Any questions or if you need more informa-
Sky Zone, 17 Quakerbridge Plaza Drive Unit B, Hamilton. 609-587-5867. 6-9 p.m. Join Sky Zone Hamilton for this “GLOW” event and jump for a cause! Jump for 120 minutes and glow for a cause! Buy tickets in advance by calling 609-587-5867 or visit online at: www.skyzone.com/hamilton.
WEdNESday, OCTObER 22
Paint the bar Pink. Killarney’s Publick House, 1644 Whitehorse Mercerville Rd., Hamilton. 4-8 p.m. A signature event with guest bartenders, music, raffles & prizes! Event ticket price is $35 pp, which includes two drink vouchers and an open appetizer buffet. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the venue the night of the event. Visit rwjbh.org/paintthetown to purchase tickets in advance.
FRIday, OCTObER 24
Pickleball Kingdom, 1100 Negron Drive, Hamilton. 609-288-7036. 6-9 p.m. Join us for an evening of pickleball, community spirit, and purpose as we unite for this important cause. Together, we can make an impact. All levels welcome! Event price is $25 per person, registration is required, & limited spots available. Call 609-288-7036 to register or visit online at: Hamilton, NJ - Pickleball Kingdom
MONday, OCTObER 27
Softball Tournament, Mercer County Park, Softball Field #3 (S3), 1638 Old Trenton Rd., West Windsor. 6-8 p.m. This free event will feature two teams loaded with local area celebrities and is open to all spectators. Paint the Town Pink merch and swag will be available to purchase at the event. Check it out – you never know who you might see playing!
WEdNESday, OCTObER 29
Outside the Lines art Studio, 1710 Kuser Rd., Hamilton. 609-833-2345. 6-9 p.m. (Ceramic Night). Enjoy a fun-filled night of art when you pick between four ceramic pieces: a coffee mug, stemless wine glass, sundae dish or pub mug. The talented team will help guide you through the creative process so you can create something truly unique to take home and enjoy. Light refreshments of water, tea or coffee will be available. Call to learn more and register.
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I Vijay Singh father of Vaishnavi, holder of Indian Passport No B6233719, issued at New York on 10/18/2024, permanent resident of C-28 Gokul Vihar, Rohta Road, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, 250002 and presently residing at 9108 Tamarron Dr., Plainsboro, NJ, 08536, do hereby change my daughter name from Vaishnavi to Vaishnavi Singh, with immediate effect.
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