William Annin - Annins Corner, Liberty Corner, William Annin Middle School Mr. Local History Project

The Annins of Liberty Corner: Patriots, Flag Company and a Middle School

Views: 10,839 Update: February 16, 2024 – Thanks to you all, the BOE has taken the name change for William Annin Middle School off the docket. Your voices made a difference. January 22, 2024 – It seems that the Bernards… Read More »The Annins of Liberty Corner: Patriots, Flag Company and a Middle School

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Mr.localhistoryproject2 days ago

We just launched a new category on our website dedicated to highlighting local people and personalities throughout history in the area. Check it out at

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The famous and sometimes not-so-famous people and stories from the Mr. Local History Project researchers. Over 30 stories and counting.

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Mr.localhistoryproject3 days ago

Most fortunate towns have a guy just like Bill Hine. These people "make" a town if you took a moment to understand the person. We call Bill Hines "The Pope of Basking Ridge, NJ" who touched so many hearts with his song, poetry, and inspirational praise.

Meet Bill Hine -
https://www.mrlocalhistory.org/bill-hine-pope-of-basking-ridge/

Did your town have a Bill Hine?

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Mr.localhistoryproject4 days ago

NEW JERSEY DRIVE IN HISTORY -
We saw this photo and had to share it. Does anyone remember the drive-in? Check out our story about the history of NJ Drive-Ins. Did you know NJ had the first Drive-in? TRUE!

https://www.mrlocalhistory.org/the-lost-new-jersey-drive-in/

But who remembers having mosquito fog trucks? This photo at the Newark Drive In brought up all kinds of memories.

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Mr.localhistoryproject4 days ago

HEY BASKING RIDGE -
Stories always bring more stories and memories. Since we were thinking Pepper Mill Deli - now we revisit Bill Hine. Anyone remember a fun story? We take you back to the 1980s, the Pepper Mill and Brush's Deli in the Village of Basking Ridge.

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