Partnership working to fight child obesity
     Problems like diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol are quickly becoming realities for children. Overweight kids suffer emotionally as well, facing increased risks of suicide, depression, bullying and low self-esteem.
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Reckless laws are slowly eroding our civil liberties
     What's next? Ban smoking in our homes? Councilwoman Carol Barrett's statement in the June 15 Sentinel, "Why should we just have one park that's free of smoke and safe for our children? I think we should do this to all the parks" makes no sense. How are our children's health and safety endangered by
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Restore funding to Rutgers, other state universities
     As both a proud alumnus and current employee of Rutgers University, I am concerned over the proposed budget cuts to New Jersey's higher-education institutions. Higher education should be viewed as a serious investment in New Jersey's future, not merely an expense to be dealt with at budget time.
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For the Record
     During the North Brunswick Board of Education Retiree Reception on June 13, departing teachers, staff and administrators were recognized for their service. The following personnel were not mentioned during the presentation but the school district would like them to be recognized: Sue Blanchett spent
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YMCA extends thanks to high school's senior society
     The Senior Society at South Brunswick High School consists of students with high academic achievements who are rewarded by providing them an opportunity to volunteer at local organizations for two weeks.
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