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Hunterdon couple gets a last-minute deduction
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Wednesday January 07, 2009, 12:45 PM
Proud parents Brian and Kathryn Cohen receive a gift bag from H&R Block tax adviser Barbara Kurtz (left) as parents of the last baby born at Hunterdon Medical Center in 2008. Allison Noel Cohen came into the world at 5:42 p.m. on Dec. 31. That's just in time, said Ms. Kurtz, to claim her as a dependant on their 2008 tax forms.
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New solo family practice offers personalized care
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Sunday December 28, 2008, 6:58 AM
CLINTON TWP. -- Annandale Family Practice opened earlier this year at Country Square Plaza at Payne Road and Route 31. It is a solo practice of Theresa Sacchieri, MD, aided by Ellis Roderick, RN.
Ray of Hope seen for National Hotel
by John Monteith / Hunterdon County Democrat
Saturday December 27, 2008, 6:56 AM
LIKE AN ANCHOR STORE in a mall, the National Hotel anchors Frenchtown's shopping district. When the boards are removed from the downstairs doors and windows, the borough will seem much more inviting.FRENCHTOWN -- The boarded-up National Hotel, a dreary sight that greets all visitors driving into town on Route 12, may soon enjoy a rebirth under new management, according to Councilman Chris Poh.
The mortgage is held by a California investor, said Mr. Poh at a recent Borough Council meeting. The unnamed investor wants to gain ownership of the property and its liquor license. He described the mortgage-holder as someone who "knows what he's doing," someone who was "faced with a similar situation in Atlantic City and prevailed."
Continue reading "Ray of Hope seen for National Hotel" »Le Medspa in Raritan, offers skin care and plastic surgery
by Renee Kiriluk-Hill / Hunterdon County Democrat
Tuesday December 23, 2008, 2:54 PM
RARITAN TWP. -- Looking for a new job, or just hoping to keep your old one? More and more people are turning to cosmetic procedures to help them "remain competitive" in the workplace, says Annie Buinewicz, one of three doctors at the newly opened Le Medspa at Flemington.
Continue reading "Le Medspa in Raritan, offers skin care and plastic surgery" »With facelift done, Milford's in business
by John Monteith / Hunterdon County Democrat
Sunday December 21, 2008, 6:44 AM
SMILING FACES in Milford, belonging to a contingent of merchants and John Phillips, the borough's road commissioner, signify the finish of the reconstruction of Bridge Street, begun in August. From left are, (front row) Marina Bartelli of Chocolate Soup and Gerri Matey of The Healthy Habit; and (in back) Gordon Stewart of Milford Market, Mark Moninghoff of Moninghoff Appliance and Supply, Melissa Harrison of Mystique, John Phillips, Diane Martino of Bowker's Pharmacy, Tracy Stephans of This And That On the Corner, and Jean Madison of Cottage Garden Florist.MILFORD -- Local merchants' sales have been buffeted by a declining economy and by major downtown construction that often created painful traffic conditions and made parking problematic. The shopkeepers were all smiles, however, as they gathered recently to call attention to the finish of the $1,552,000 Bridge Street uplift.
Whether due to the economy, the road work or the combination, business was off significantly for a while, said Tracy Stephan of This And That On The Corner. As the reconstruction project came to an end and with Christmas approaching, sales have picked up. The downtown area "looks good" after its upgrade, she said. "It brings the charm back to Milford."
Student videographer ready for the action
by Matt DeBlass / Hunterdon County Democrat
Friday December 19, 2008, 6:39 AM
Chris RacioppiThe Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce recently honored six high school students for their entrepreneurial achievements or contributions to the community. We'll be profiling the winners over the next few weeks; Chris Racioppi of Delaware Township is featured here.
If you're used to filming live bands in places like Sayreville's Starland Ballroom or Asbury Park's famous Stone Pony, working in a studio is a piece of cake. That's the word from Hunterdon Central senior Chris Racioppi.
Retailers work hard to attract shoppers
by Renee Kiriluk-Hill / Hunterdon County Democrat
Thursday December 18, 2008, 1:34 PM
Second of two parts
It's not the lowest price; it's the best price that draws increasingly informed customers, say retailers, because quality does count. Beyond that, retailers are employing different tactics to draw shoppers with limited budgets during the recession.
Walmart's new store going up
by Patrick Pizzuti / Hunterdon County Democrat
Wednesday December 17, 2008, 2:30 PM
RARITAN TWP. -- Construction has begun on the Walmart in Raritan Town Square, the 470,000-square-foot center being built on the site of the old Flemington Fairgrounds on Route 31. It will be the third Walmart in the county.
Ground was broken on the Walmart site last month, said
Continue reading "Walmart's new store going up" »Markirk Salon honored for assisting Polytech
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Sunday December 14, 2008, 6:27 AM
COMMITTED TO POLYTECH -- Owners Marilena and Kirk Smith of Markirk Salon in Whitehouse Station provide apprenticeships and in some cases full-time jobs to Polytech cosmetology students. The couple received the school's 2008 Business Partnership Award for their commitment.Baker's 'hobby' keeps friends, teachers full
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Friday December 12, 2008, 6:19 AM
The Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce recently honored six high school students for their entrepreneurial achievements or contributions to the community. We'll be profiling the winners over the next few weeks; Kelly Ostrander is featured here.
Kelly OstranderRARITAN TWP. -- Cakes, cookies, muffins -- Kelly Ostrander makes them all. The Hunterdon Central High School senior has been running Kelly's Home Bakery since she was in seventh grade. She recently was named runner-up in the Chamber's Amazing Kids in Business award program.
New borough shop wants community to come 'hang out'
by Matt DeBlass / Hunterdon County Democrat
Tuesday December 09, 2008, 1:57 PM
A LITTLE OF EVERYTHING -- Mary Walker offers items ranging from coffee to clothes at her new business, Eleventh Hour, on Main Street in High Bridge.HIGH BRIDGE -- "Eleventh Hour," located at 11 Main St., is a little bit grocery store, a little bit coffee shop and a little bit performance space, said owner Mary Walker, but mostly it's just a place for the community to hang out.
Continue reading "New borough shop wants community to come 'hang out'" »25 years make a city boy into tree farmer
by Curtis Leeds / Hunterdon County Democrat
Sunday December 07, 2008, 11:46 AM
SEASONAL CELEBRATION -- Jerry and Kathy Cook are observing their 25th year operating Cook's Evergreen Farm in Readington Township, with gifts and prizes for customers that Mr. Cook says 'are like family to us.'
READINGTON TWP. -- As Jerry Cook celebrates the anniversary of Cook's Evergreen Farm on Railroad Lane off School Road here, he can't help but look back at how it all began 25 years ago.
Mr. Cook and his wife Kathy had just closed on the farm in November and planned to move here from South Plainfield. The farm's previous owner had planted the trees, but then died just before they were mature enough for sale. The Cooks were driving up the farm's driveway, and noticed someone following behind. When they got out of their car, the visitor asked Mr. Cook, "Can I tag a tree?"
Massage Therapy for people-on-the-go
by Matt DeBlass / Hunterdon County Democrat
Friday December 05, 2008, 6:50 AM
RELAX! -- Owner Greg Robertson and manager Christina Alizzo pause between customers in one of Massage Envy's 10 treatment rooms. The new business is open at the Shoppes at Flemington on Reaville Avenue.FLEMINGTON -- "People often see massage as a luxury, but it's more a necessity disguised as a luxury," says Greg Robertson, owner of the Massage Envy recently opened in the Shoppes at Flemington. A grand opening celebration with champagne and tours is set for Saturday, Dec. 13 from 4 to 7 p.m.
Kingwood teen has a mind for business
by John Monteith / Hunterdon County Democrat
Thursday December 04, 2008, 11:54 AM
AMAZING KID Kaitlynn Zolnay of Kingwood Township displays two products of her business Orchidaceous. The Delaware Valley Regional High School senior photographs pictures of orchids and sells them online and at home parties. She recently received an Amazing Kids in Business award from the county Chamber of Commerce. The Hunterdon County Chamber of Commerce recently honored six high school students for their entrepreneurial achievements or contributions to the community. We'll be profiling the winners over the next few weeks, starting here with Kaitlynn Zolnay of Kingwood Township.
Kaitlynn, 18, a senior at Delaware Valley High School and this year's drum major with the marching band, received honorable mention in the Amazing Kids in Business category.
"I have a passion for entrepreneurship," she said.
Cut glass site OK'd for homes
by Matt DeBlass / Hunterdon County Democrat
Thursday December 04, 2008, 10:18 AM
FLEMINGTON -- Houses may replace the mostly vacant commercial buildings at the Flemington Cut Glass site. After nearly 10 months of hearings and more than 15 hours of total testimony, the borough Board of Adjustment granted Fieldstone Development a use variance to build townhouses in the commercial zone.
Continue reading "Cut glass site OK'd for homes" »New bistro blends chefs' efforts
by Patrick Pizzuti / Hunterdon County Democrat
Thursday November 27, 2008, 5:03 AM
NEW BISTRO IN TOWN -- Chefs Brit Ash (left) and Robert Johnson step out of the kitchen long enough to pose in the new restaurant they've opened together in Raritan Township. RARITAN TWP. -- Chefs Brit Ash and Robert Johnson had been batting around the idea of opening a restaurant together for years. So, when space became available recently next to Mr. Ash's Cook-To-Order delicatessen on South Main Street, they wasted little time.
The result is South Main Bistro, which opened for business last month.
Mr. Ash, 36, is a Flemington resident and Hunterdon Central graduate. He has worked at the Harvest Moon Inn in Ringoes and the Ferry House in Princeton. Mr. Johnson, 37, is a South Hunterdon graduate and former co-owner of Giuseppe's restaurant in Lambertville.
Continue reading "New bistro blends chefs' efforts" »Car repairmen adjust to brake on economy
by Matt DeBlass / Hunterdon County Democrat
Tuesday November 25, 2008, 2:56 PM
While a shaky economy may be hurting the auto industry at the manufacturing and retail end of the business, local repair shops are finding a silver lining as customers are choosing repair work over the uncertainty of a new-car loan.
Continue reading "Car repairmen adjust to brake on economy" »Lebanon residents: Sonic bad for 'Mayberry'
by Mary Heffner / Hunterdon County Democrat
Sunday November 23, 2008, 6:25 AM
LEBANON -- Cooked-to-order meals and roller-skating car-hops don't seem to be enough to tempt some borough residents to support the Sonic restaurant proposed for the Route 22 property that was part of Daub's Nursery.
A third hearing of applicant Thomas Masica's plan is scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 10 at 7 p.m. in Borough Hall.
Continue reading "Lebanon residents: Sonic bad for 'Mayberry'" »Somerset names Chewey outstanding businessman
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Thursday November 20, 2008, 3:13 PM
David CheweyDavid Chewey of Franklin Township has received the 2008 Outstanding Businessperson Award from the Somerset County Business Partnership in the small business category. The Hunterdon man owns Garden Associates Landscape Architecture, at 3470 Route 22 west in Readington.
The award honors men and women who have made a difference and contributed to the success of their business and growth of their company. Consideration is given to career advancement, community involvement, and betterment of the quality of life in Somerset County.
Gas card savings offered
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Thursday November 20, 2008, 11:03 AM
RARITAN TWP. -- Management consultant Mark Winey spends a lot of time on the road, so he is always open to ideas that help save on fuel costs. When he found a program that would let him buy prepaid gas cards at a 20% discount, he liked the idea so much he decided to become a franchise owner.
Mr. Winey runs Clarity Management, which works directly with other businesses, but his new second business, National Gas Club, is for both business owners and members of the general public.
Continue reading "Gas card savings offered" »Retail, housing blend in Route 22 proposal
by Veronica Slaght / Hunterdon County Democrat
Tuesday November 18, 2008, 6:26 AM
CUSHETUNK MANOR -- This elegant shopping center could be constructed on Route 22 across from Bishop's Plaza in Whitehouse Station if the builder receives permission from Readington's zoning board. Designed by architect Hiland Turner of Bernardsville, the building would house retail shops on the first floor and low- and moderate-income apartments on the second.That's what local builder Tom Flath says about his plans to develop the property across from Bishop's Plaza on Route 22 in Whitehouse Station. The two-story building he'd like to construct there would look like a large manor home, he said, and would house retail shops downstairs and apartments upstairs.
Pfaltzgraff will close outlet around holiday
by Matt DeBlass / Hunterdon County Democrat
Monday November 17, 2008, 6:23 AM
FLEMINGTON -- The Pfaltzgraff outlet in Liberty Village is going out of business and will close sometime around Christmas. The shop, which has been in the old Stangl Pottery building since 1978, is one of 39 Pfaltzgraff stores nationwide that will close their doors this winter.
Apprentices learn in class, at work
by Warren Cooper / Hunterdon County Democrat
Thursday November 13, 2008, 3:33 PM
Even as technology transforms the classroom, Polytech is having success preparing vocational students the old-fashioned way: through apprenticeships. There are 117 students pursuing degrees and certifications through the school's apprenticeship program, with nearly 40 county professionals mentoring student tradesmen in the field.
POWER TO THE STUDENTS -- Polytech electrical instructor Lloyd Wismer (left) guides students Anthony Amabile and Scott Williamson (in blue) as they wire a model control panel in class. As student apprentices, they'll apply the whys and wherefores learned in the classroom to their work in the field.Landlord says: Flemington Should Aid Business
by Matt DeBlass / Hunterdon County Democrat
Thursday November 13, 2008, 6:46 AM
FLEMINGTON -- The closing of Bucks County Coffee is a symptom of the trouble businesses are having drawing foot traffic to Main Street, Flemington, said the building's owner, a problem that he believes can be solved only by the concerted efforts of business and municipal leaders.
Continue reading "Landlord says: Flemington Should Aid Business" »Chef Jan wins culinary gold
by Warren Cooper / Hunterdon County Democrat
Tuesday November 11, 2008, 2:24 PM
TURNING SQUASH INTO GOLD -- Chef Hwang June Jan of Jan's China Gourmet in Whitehouse Station takes first place honors at the 2008 IKA/International Culinary Olympics in Germany on Oct. 22 for these intricate banquet pieces carved from acorn squashes with edible sculptures inside.WHITEHOUSE STATION --The chef/owner of Jan's China Gourmet on Route 22 has won a gold medal in the 2008 international culinary Olympics in Germany.
Chef Hwang June Jan took first place honors in the cold food artistry event, preparing 10 dishes ranging from appetizers to desserts that would be served and displayed at a high-end banquet. The competition attracts about 1,500 chefs and thousands of spectators. More than 500 chefs competed in his event, Chef Jan said.
Continue reading "Chef Jan wins culinary gold" »Investors Savings helps food bank
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Saturday November 08, 2008, 10:59 AM
The grand reopening of Investors Savings Bank's Clinton branch included a food drive to aid NORWESCAP's Food Bank. Stan and Jean Gully of Annandale are at left with their children Ryan and Ian. With them are food bank director Helene Meissner and bank branch sales manager Linda Martin. The bank, on Old Highway 22, is still collecting food items; anyone who contributes will receive a free eco-friendly shopping bag.
Community spirit is mainstay at Tooze
by John Monteith / Hunterdon County Democrat
Thursday November 06, 2008, 10:37 AM
FAMILIAR FACES greet customers at Tooze family-style restaurant in Milford; the wait staff is all from the borough. From left are (kneeling) James Griffiths and Tyler Quinn; (sitting) Mary Osternout, Amber Wright, Kendall Covino and Alana Gannon; and (standing) Brian Schonheiter, Tyler Potts, owner Ralph Seher, Lindsay Fiebig, and owner Marcia Seher."I give thanks for every day here," said Ralph Seher, chef and co-proprietor with his wife Marcia of Milford's Tooze family-style restaurant.
Special-needs day care for dogs in Tewksbury
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Monday November 03, 2008, 6:11 AM
OLDWICK -- A new day-care center for dogs caters to animals who are elderly or with special needs.
"Friends were always asking me to help them out with their dog's healthcare issues or just to bring them over to romp on the farm," said Ms. Higgins. "Now that I have left the business world behind, I thought I could extend the offer to the public."
Continue reading "Special-needs day care for dogs in Tewksbury" »Merck cutting 7,200 positions worldwide
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Saturday November 01, 2008, 1:08 PM
READINGTON TWP. -- Merck and Co., which has its headquarters here, is eliminating another 7,200 positions -- 6,800 active employees and 400 vacancies -- across all areas of the firm worldwide by the end of 2011. About 40% of the total reductions will occur in the United States but spokeswoman Amy Rose said the impact operations in New Jersey and Pennsylvania may be "relatively small," as the company "contracts in some areas, then expands in others."
The latest job cuts add to the 10,400 positions the drug maker has eliminated since 2005, when it began an effort to reduce costs substantially.
Ag board topic for dinner to be switchgrass
by Hunterdon County Democrat staff
Friday October 31, 2008, 6:06 AM
FLEMINGTON -- This year's dinner meeting of the Hunterdon County Board of Agriculture takes place Saturday, Nov. 15 at the Flemington American Legion Hall, but reservations must be made and paid for by noon on Nov. 7.
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