Bernice: Plainfield connections to Hudson Tunnel.. Olddoc on healthcare shenanigans.. Maria: Aponte's welcome letter.. Jerry: from Mapp to MUA..
Editorial, CN: "Plainfield keeps flame burning for Muhlenberg" -- Print only, as of this hour.
Eugene Monroe: "Jaguars sign first-round pick, Plainfield's Eugene Monroe"
Invasive Plants: "Beetles feast on pretty weeds threatening wetlands" -- Bernice wrote recently about it here.
Plainfield bloggers (click on name to go to post): Bernice spotlights Plainfield connections to the Hudson tunnel, and Jerry's timing. Olddoc takes on the healthcare shenanigans and offers good advice. Maria shares Evergreen principal Aponte's welcome letter. Jerry on four items, from Mapp's meeting to MUA's opportunities. PEPtalk: we meet Vincent, whose memories of hunger and bullying soften his heart.
Ethics Panel: "Corzine appoints 11 to panel he set up 10 months ago" -- Only after nagging by Christie.
Ethics Violation: "Former head of Sports Authority fined for violations" -- Pure chutzpah.
J&J: "J&J whistleblower suit reinstated" -- Alleges doctors were paid to write prescriptions.
Legislature: "Field set for GOP hearing on corruption" -- Video here. Led by Plainfield native Asm Jon Bramnick.
NJ Bonds: "GOP complaint to SEC alleges state fails full disclosure on bonds"
NJIT: "NJIT and alumni group battle escalates after firing"
Preservation: "Ewing's 1st Presbyterian turns down offer of preservation in favor of demolition"
Solar Energy: "NJ reaches renewable energy milestone" -- 4,000 installations statewide.
Stimulus Money: "$300M for NJ transportation projects" -- Is this the third bite of the apple on this story?
| BERNICE'S PLAINTALKER | MARIA'S BLOG | DOC'S POTPOURRI | PLAINFIELD SPORTS NEWS |
| PPS NEWS | PEPTALK | PLAINFIELD TREES |COUNCILOR McWILLIAMS | COUNCILOR MAPP |
| COUNCILOR STORCH | COUNCILOR BURNEY | JERRY GREEN'S PAGE |
CAMPAIGN BLOGS and WEBSITES
| PPS NEWS | PEPTALK | PLAINFIELD TREES |COUNCILOR McWILLIAMS | COUNCILOR MAPP |
| COUNCILOR STORCH | COUNCILOR BURNEY | JERRY GREEN'S PAGE |
CAMPAIGN BLOGS and WEBSITES
| MAYOR | |||
| PIVNICHNY [blog] [website] | GOP candidate posts on issues facing the city. Website up 7/23/09. | ||
| ROBINSON-BRIGGS [website] | Site is still marked 'under construction'. | ||
| ASSEMBLY | |||
| GREEN [blog] | Democratic incumbent. Posts campaign, Assembly and community items. | ||
| MARKS/VASTINE [website] MARKS [blog] VASTINE [blog] | Republican Assembly candidates with a joint website. Marks is a former Mayor of Scotch Plains. Vastine, formerly of Plainfield, is running for office for the first time. | ||
Continuing the practice begun during the primary election, CLIPS is posting links to online presences of candidates in the 2009 general election campaign. That will include notices of fundraisers, rallies, etc. in the calendar section.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING
- Today - August 15. 9 PM - 2 AM. PHS Class of 1970 Throwback Jam. Get out your '70s threads and come boogie! Door prizes, best dressed. At: Stone Square Lodge #38 F&AM, 722 St. Mary's Avenue. $10 at the door. Info: Mike at (908) 322-6969.
- Monday - August 17. 11 AM. Plainfield Family Success Center Activity. 'Time to Draw with Daniel'. At the PFSC, 925 Arlington Avenue (old High School), Rooms 403/405. Info: Ms. McLean (908) 731-4360 x 5381 or Ms. Guzman (908) 731-4360 x 5237. PFSC is a project sponsored by the Plainfield Board of Education. All activities are without charge.
- Monday - August 17. 5 - 6:30 PM. Plainfield Family Success Center Activity: Parenting Skills. At the PFSC, 925 Arlington Avenue (old High School), Rooms 403/405. Info: Ms. McLean (908) 731-4360 x 5381 or Ms. Guzman (908) 731-4360 x 5237. PFSC is a project sponsored by the Plainfield Board of Education. All activities are without charge.
- Monday - August 17. 8 PM. City Council Business Meeting. City Council Chambers/Courthouse. Watchung Avenue and East 4th Street. Public may speak at beginning and end of meeting.
- Tuesday - August 18. 9 AM - 3ish PM. Farmer's Market: Stillwell Farms of Robbinsville. Fresh fruits and veggies. Vacant lot between City Hall and Salvation Army, Watchung Avenue.
- Wednesday - August 19. 11 AM. Plainfield Family Success Center Activity. 'Parachute Games'. At the PFSC, 925 Arlington Avenue (old High School), Rooms 403/405. Info: Ms. McLean (908) 731-4360 x 5381 or Ms. Guzman (908) 731-4360 x 5237. PFSC is a project sponsored by the Plainfield Board of Education. All activities are without charge.
- Wednesday, August 19. 7 PM. Healthcare Reform: Single Payer Advocacy Group Planning to Lobby Rep. Frank Pallone. Sensible single-payer legislation scheduled for a September vote in Congress. At Highland Park Reformed Church, 19-21 South Second Avenue, Highland Park. Free parking in municipal lot behind church. Enter from Raritan Avenue/Route 27 across from Pad Thai restaurant. Car pool with the Benders: (908) 477-7812.
- Wednesday - August 19. 7:30 PM. Cultural & Heritage Commission. City Hall Library. 515 Watchung Avenue (parking in lot at rear of building). Public invited.
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