The End of an Era: Plainsboro’s Longtime Mayor Retires
After 44 years as mayor, Plainsboro’s Peter Cantu, 84, is retiring! He’ll stay on the Township Committee until December 2026 but will
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From Snow Boots to Sandals: How to Winter Like a Wicoff
In 1956, Marjorie Wicoff decided that Christmas didn’t need snow—just sunshine! While everyone else was battling the cold, she headed to West
Behind the Book: An Evening with Local Author Kevin G. Chapman
This past Saturday, December 7th, local book lovers gathered at the Wicoff House Museum for an exciting evening with author Kevin G.
War of the Words: How Orson Welles Changed Plainsboro with a Radio Broadcast
On October 30, 1938, Orson Welles’ radio adaptation of War of the Worlds caused nationwide panic, especially in New Jersey. The broadcast,
Gobbling Up History: Plainsboro’s Thanksgiving Past
Thanksgiving in Plainsboro, New Jersey, offers a unique opportunity to reflect on the town's deep history and agricultural roots. Settled in the
There’s No Mooing in Baseball: How the Walker-Gordon Dairy Farm Was Involved in Our National Pastime
The Walker-Gordon Baseball Team holds a special place in the history of Plainsboro, New Jersey. Named after the Walker-Gordon Dairy Company, which
Creepy Chronicles: The History of the Haunted House
A door opens by itself. The stairs creak with no one on them. There's the faint sound of people whispering in an
Honoring Plainsboro’s Veterans
Every year, on November 11th, the United States observes Veterans Day, a time to reflect on the dedication, sacrifices, and service of
Polling Plainsboro
In honor of the Presidential election this week, we're taking a trip back in time to look at Plainsboro's political history. The
Shake, Rattle, and Roll: Lenape Rattles and Social Dances
Among the many items in Wicoff House Museum's Native American collection, the most interesting is arguably the rattles. Used in social dances
