The term asshole, while potentially offensive, is being used purposely in the belief that with important issues it is better to offend than be ignored Bullying has been a problem in schools for generations, and new laws aiming to remedy the situation by broadening the definition, instituting policies and processes, […]
The Oakland town council will be seeking feedback from residents on a proposed referendum concerning Oakland’s local open space tax which was approved by referendum in 2003 and 2008. The council is planning a new referendum for November 2013, and must submit the referendum to the county by August in […]
Rutgers is losing it’s sense of direction,and they should retrace their steps and find out how they found themselves in this situation. Like hikers lost in the woods, Rutgers needs to head back for the last known marker, the last place of familiarity. One can take courses in clowning at […]
On April 28, 2013, our lives changed tragically and inexplicably when our 14 year old son died suddenly. In the four weeks that have followed, it has been the love and support of our family, friends and community that have given us the strength to endure. From that very first […]
On May 16, 2013 officers were dispatched to Shop-Rite for a reported shoplifter. Upon arrival, the officers met with store security who identified a 64 year old patron who had reportedly concealed $318.19 worth of merchandise under bags in her shopping cart. She was stopped after she paid for some […]
Dan Fagin. Toms River: A Story of Science and Salvation. New York: Bantam Books, 2013. As reviewed by Ted Odenwald Dan Fagin, a science and environmental journalist, believes that Toms River, NJ (a.k.a. Dover Township) is the site of a preventable manmade catastrophe caused by the combination of corporate greed, […]
