Cedar Brook Park project moving at last.. Mapp's new blog.. Helpful links for teachers.. Benders on national TV today..
PLAINFIELD
PLAINFIELD TODAY:
>> PLAINFIELD PLAINTALKER: Bernice notes Adrian Mapp's new blog, and adoption of the main train station by the Crescent Avenue Association -- with pix.
>> CRESCENT TIMES: Maria offers teachers (and others) links for donations of school and project supplies for teachers and students. Check it out!.
>> DOC'S POTPOURRI: Biden's speech reminds olddoc of an exciting outing to Chicago -- Note: they JUST replaced elevators like those in the ELEC building in Trenton.
>> SAVE MUHLENBERG: News about the struggle to restore Muhlenberg Hospital.
>> PPS NEWS: The district is implementing 'Global Connect' districtwide this fall.
>> PEPTALK: Renata reminds parents and teachers it's time to shop.
>> PLAINFIELD SPORTS NEWS: Featuring the Plainfield Cardinals (PW) vs. the East Orange Rams.
>> PLAINFIELD TREES: Greg Palermo's new post turns our attention to bugs -- and why we should hug them.
NOTE: Part-time Plainfielders Bob and Patty Bender, interviewed by CBS' Brian Pitt about their presence at the 1963 March on Washington, will be featured during CBS' afternoon coverage today of the Democratic National Convention. Barack Obama specifically chose today, the 45th anniversary of Dr. King's famous march, to deliver his acceptance speech.
Neighborhood House: "Agency moves into new quarters on East Front Street"
'Tree Cities': "Which 'Tree City' are you from?" -- Plainfield was an early adopter of the Tree City program.
Crime: "Plainfield man stole hearing aids for sale in Colombia" -- Ledger | Courier | -- $600K worth? Wow!
PSE&G: "Rate hike could be less than expected"
Eminent Domain: "Historic Linwood Inn sues Linden to be removed from redevelopment plan"
>> COUNCILOR STORCH: Councilor Storch gets feedback for 'attacking' city's auditors. But, did he?.
>> COUNCILOR BURNEY: Councilor Burney, an Obama delegate, is posting to a Courier News blog while at the Democratic Convention. See here or the link in the right-hand column on Plainfield Today.
>> JERRY GREEN'S PAGE: The Assemblyman's post of last Thursday, attacking Councilor Storch over the issue of group homes is still up.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING
- Traffic Alert - Rt 78: Repaving from Watchung (Plainfield Avenue exit) west to Rt 287. Expect lane closures. Work to be completed in September.
- Today - August 28. 7 PM. Superintendent's Town Hall Meeting. The Superintendent and other district leaders will share the exciting programs and activities planned for the new school year, and engage the community in a dialog. Hosted by Superintendent Steve Gallon III. At Washington Community School, 427 Darrow Avenue (parking in the lot on Spooner Avenue). All are welcome!
- Monday - September 1 (Labor Day). 11 AM - 5 PM. Free Back-to-School Haircuts/Hairdos. Barbers and stylists donate free boys' haircuts and girls' hairdos. Sponsors: Fathers Against Guns and Elm-West Residents Association, with special donations by BOE members Bridget Rivers and Christian Estevez. At the Liberty Village Community Center, 205 Liberty Street. (Girls note: Hair must be washed and blow-dried.)
Tuesday- September 2. 8 PM. City Council Business Meeting. City Council Chambers/Courthouse. Watchung Avenue and East 4th Street. Cancelled by order of Council President Gibson.- Thursday - September 4. Noon - 2 PM. Music In The Plaza. A Latin Festival, featuring the music of David Cedeno. At the Union County Office Building Plaza, West Front Street and Park Avenue. FREE.
- Saturday - September 6. 10 AM - 4 PM. 45th Annual Plainfield Outdoor Festival of Art. Showcasing fine arts and crafts, local artists, music, dance and food. With a special children's art table and kid activities. At Library Park. Sponsor: City of Plainfield. FREE.
- Monday - September 8. 7:30 PM. City Council Agenda Session. City Hall Library. 515 Watchung Avenue.
- Saturday - September 13. 4:30 - 7:30 PM. 8th Annual 'Wine Discovery'. One of Plainfield's 'must-attend' events, the annual wine tasting raises funds in support of the Plainfield Public Library's literacy and program needs. Sponsor: Friends of the Plainfield Public Library. At the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Gearhart 1039 Rahway Road. Tickets: $75/person advance, $85 at the door. There is also an exclusive tour of this magnificent home from 2:00 - 3:00 PM Tickets for the tour (including the wine tasting) are $85/person in advance and $95 at the door. Info: (908) 757-2305.
CENTRAL JERSEY
Hillside: "Hillside's Pop Warner a political football"
STATE
Corzine/Katz Emails: "Appeals court sets hearing date"
Jets: "Expect big green from auction of best-seat licenses"
Public Contracts: "Passaic County's telecom contract jumps $1M unexpectedly" -- Hmmm.
Public Intoxication: "Ban on being publicly drunk is scotched" -- One of 74 towns named in federal lawsuit.
Teacher Pay/Benefits: "Little shift in teacher salary hikes"
Sheneman's Cartoon is here.
NATION / WORLD
2008 Dem Convention --
- Obama: John Farmer: "Lofty speaker will need to be concise tonight"
- NJ Delegation: Bob Braun: "For black delegates, a day of wonder"
- Unions: "Leader: Vote won't be colorblind"
OF INTEREST
Wind Energy: "Wind Energy Bumps Into Power Grid’s Limits" -- The dirty little secret of alternative energy is not generation, but transmission -- getting it from there to the consumer.
Cerebral Palsy: "Lowly epsom salts may play role in reducing occurrences"
Ramadan: "Summer means longer days of fasting" -- Starts with sighting of the new moon early next week.
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