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HoVal Commentary: Referendum would give unelected official too much power

The “Chart a New Course” initiative seeks to place a referendum on the November 2026 ballot that would fundamentally restructure Hopewell Township’s government. While the group frames this as...

HoVal Inbox: Ex-mayor says reject old scheme from Chart New Course

Why do the petitioners calling themselves “Chart New Course,” who propose new township governance, promote one specific form...

Trenton police detective indicted on misconduct charges

A Trenton police detective has been indicted on multiple criminal charges tied to an alleged unlawful use of...

Mercer ELC breakfast to focus on New Jersey business climate

The Princeton Mercer Regional Chamber will host a Mercer Executive Leadership Council breakfast May 21 in West Trenton....

Rider to host Dem congressional debate for NJ 12th

Rider University will once again serve as a hub for civic engagement when it co-sponsors the Democratic congressional...
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Shooting in Trenton leaves one dead, others injured

A shooting late Friday night in Trenton left one man dead and multiple others injured, according to the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office. ...

Cadwalader Park in Trenton to host CVC high school XC meets

For the second straight year, Trenton's Cadwalader Park will host Colonial Valley Conference high school cross country meets, with two “batch meet” races scheduled...

Commentary: Why HVRSD bond referendum does not add up

Hopewell Valley families are being asked to approve an $87 million school bond referendum. Supporters describe the proposal as essential and fiscally responsible. The...

Happy Valley: Plenty to do and see in Hopewell Valley this fall

You may (or may not) have noticed that there was no Happy Valley column in July or August. My amazing summer spent traveling with...

Complex Simplicity: Lake Placid, a clown and an abandoned town

I knew it was going to be an unusual vacation because of the clown. Driving on Route 87 North toward upstate New York, my...

Debate rages over control of Trenton Water Works

Simmering tensions over the future of Trenton Water Works boiled over this month as city leaders resisted mounting pressure to relinquish sole control of...