Monday, March 15, 2010
With a 25 percent increase to NJ transit fares possible as early as May, and reductions in bus and train service, many commuters in town will have to find more ways to cut corners. We asked Madison residents and commuters at the train station on Wednesday
With a 25 percent increase to NJ transit fares possible as early as May, and reductions in bus and train service, many commuters in town will have to find more ways to cut corners. We asked Madison residents and commuters at the train station on Wednesday morning, what they thought about the fare hikes and whether or not those alterations would affect the way they travel. The possible hike is part of the NJ Transit's plans to close a $300 million budget gap. One-way commuter rail tickets would increase about 25 percent, subject to rounding, according to a NJ Transit press release. Rail ticket prices vary based on distance, but one-way fares would rise from a range of $1.25-$13.25 to a range $1.50-$16.50. "We recognize that any increase is…
Sunday, March 14, 2010
Vocal members of Madison show up at budget work session, Board of Education meeting.
Madison residents made their thoughts heard on a number of issues this week, voicing their feelings at the budget work session on Thursday and at the Board of Education meeting on Tuesday. On Monday, we told you about how the Madison High School ice hockey team knocked off favored Chatham to make it to the Public B semifinals. We also gave you a photo gallery of the Madison Young Playwrights Festival from events at Playwrights Theatre. We also told you about Gov. Chris Christie's Chief of Staff Rich Bagger was mum about budget specifics. On Tuesday, we told you about an organic co-op group that was bringing food closer to Madison residents. We also told you about new business Mama C's, which has a few inexpensive specials to choose from. …
Saturday, March 13, 2010
Highlight from a historic season.
The Madison High School ice hockey team had never won a state playoff game coming into this season. That, and many other things, changed during its 2009-10 run. There were many wins that made fans smile during the Dodgers' Haas Cup runner-up season, but none ranked with its Public B quarterfinal state playoff victory. Not only did the Dodgers make it one step away from playing for the championship, but they knocked off favored rival Chatham. This celebration photo from the victory, taken by Alex Lewis, is the Photo of the Week.
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Hail to the chief.
Doug Atchison stepped down as Madison Fire Chief after 19 years at the helm. Atchison was nice enough to provide Madison Patch with some photos from his tenure. This photo, courtesy of the Madison Fire Department, is the Photo of the Week.
Friday, February 5, 2010
Five simple ways to get the most out of your NFL bash without breaking the bank.
Gearing up to hosting a Super, Super Bowl Bash this year? The football season hits its climax this weekend on Super Bowl Sunday. With such a great opportunity to party at home, here are a few clever, money saving tips to help you get (and keep) the celebration going. Each will help you score big with your family and friends! 1. Serve traditional Super Bowl food and make it a team effort. Assign guests a dish to bring and share the work and expense. Over the years I have hosted my fair share of Super Bowl parties and the one thing that remains constant is the food. The Super Bowl calls for "guy food". You know the kind you can eat with your hands so you can watch the television. All kidding aside, without some chili, nachos or a foot long…
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Saturday, January 30, 2010
Special Olympics event brings smiles.
Sarah Nathan was able to capture a Special Olympics bowling event in which Madison Public Schools participated. Her work serves as our Photo(s) of the Week.
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Madison Junior School honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The Madison Junior School made sure to celebrate the life and influence of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., conducting an assembly that featured special speakers and works from the students. This was just one of the posters students created to display as they honored him. This photo, taken by Alex Lewis at the event, is the Photo of the Week.
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Sunday, January 10, 2010
Groundbreaking in Madison.
A bevy of elected officials and representatives from The Hampshire Companies were on hand at 345 Main St. on Wednesday for a groundbreaking ceremony for the Madison Professional Center. The center, which will replace the 13,100-square-foot warehouse that was demolished at the site, is currently scheduled for completion in June. In this photo, taken by Heather Collura, many of Madison's elected officials, as well as Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz, Assemblyman Jon Bramnick, Senator Tom Kean and Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen stand at the groundbreaking ceremony.
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Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Help wait out the cold weather with this season's selection.
Along with the onset of cold weather in winter comes an annual tradition that brew masters and beer drinkers alike look forward to all year-long: the release of limited-edition, winter and Christmas microbrews. Available from November through January, 2009's winter beer selections showcase a wide variety of hues, styles, and tastes. Whether you're looking to pair a beer with a robust, slow-cooked meal, the perfect beverage to enjoy after a frosty game of touch-football, or an alcoholic alternative to an after-dinner cordial in front of a roaring fire, America's top craft breweries have prepared a unique line-up of celebratory beverages to fit your every mood. "Most holiday beers are spiced with nutmeg, cinnamon, coriander, and hints of …
Monday, January 4, 2010
For an interesting "out of the box" approach to cocktail parties, give fruit wines a try.
As the height of the cocktail party season heats up, many New Jersey residents are looking for alternate beverages to the same-old mixed drinks and Napa Valley wine stand-bys. One such "out of the box" option is grown right in our backyard: New Jersey fruit wines. While New Jersey may not be the first, second, or even 10th state to come to mind when thinking about wines, a handful of local vendors have discovered there is indeed a small, but dedicated, market for locally grown and produced wines, especially fruit wines which can be uniquely paired with food. According to Ian Dorin, wine director of Wine Library in Springfield, there are about 50 bonded wineries in New Jersey, mostly located in southern New Jersey such as Atlantic County …
