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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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Step aboard N.J.’s iconic oyster schooner during upcoming Mercer County visit

The A.J. Meerwald, New Jersey’s official tall ship, will dock along the Delaware River in Trenton from May 14 to 18. ...

Mercer County nonprofits brace for layoffs, service cuts amid funding freezes

Nonprofit organizations across Mercer County are reporting significant impacts from ongoing federal funding instability, according to a new report from the United Way of...

Trenton’s Wetzel Park gets $177K in upgrades including accessible playground

Trenton officials celebrated a slate of upgrades at Wetzel Park on Monday, including a new accessible playground, a batting cage, and a scoreboard, as...

Mercer superintendents vow to protect student rights amid federal education debate

Mercer County superintendents are standing together to defend inclusive public education as federal policy changes spark growing concern. ...

Mother and 13-year-old daughter shot to death in Mercer County home

Authorities are investigating the fatal shooting of a mother and her teenage daughter inside a Trenton residence Saturday morning, in a tragedy that city...

Mercer County tax rate to drop under Benson’s 2025 budget plan

Mercer County Executive Dan Benson unveiled a $420 million proposed budget for 2025 that trims the county tax rate by more than 6% while...