Central Jersey ( Do Not Check )
Common Calendar, Packet Papers, June 27
Blood Drives The American Red Cross urges donors to make an appointment to give lifesaving blood or platelets in the new year to help keep the blood supply strong this winter. Type O negative blood donors and those giving platelets are especially urged to give now to keep critical blood products on the shelves for […]
Princeton Council applies for state bicycle grant
The Princeton Council has approved a grant application for funding to construct a grade-separated bicycle lane along Hamilton Avenue, between Moore Street and Linden Lane. The grant application will be submitted to the New Jersey Department of Transportation’s 2026 Bikeways program for the Hamilton Avenue Bikeway – Moore to Linden project. The town will learn […]
Hopewell Borough revises water sale referendum ballot question
Hopewell Borough Council has introduced a revised ordinance for the referendum ballot question that will have voters determine whether or not to sell the borough’s water utility to New Jersey American Water (NJAW). A public hearing will take place on the revised ordinance at the Borough Council’s July 10 regular meeting. The Council introduced the […]
‘We will continue the fight’
Juneteenth is a reminder that freedom is not a one-time event, but a journey. That’s the message that was delivered by state Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson at Lawrence Township’s annual Juneteenth celebration on June 18. About 50 people gathered for the celebration, which also featured the Lawrence High School Gospel Choir. Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865 […]
Preservation New Jersey names farm, tavern on historic endangered list
The landmark Washington Well Farm on Route 518 in Montgomery Township and Andrew Mershon Tavern in Titusville have been included on Preservation New Jersey’s 2025 list of the “Ten Most Endangered Historic Places.” The Washington Well Farm is listed as No. 9. It is located at 664 Route 518, east of Cherry Hill Road. The […]
‘Don’t be afraid’
Ending one journey to begin another, Princeton High School (PHS) senior graduates celebrated the end of their high school years when they walked across the Class of 2025 graduation ceremony stage. The high school’s commencement ceremony was held on the front lawn in front of the Tower at Princeton High School on June 18. Each […]
Princeton receives Sustainable Jersey grant for microforest
Sustainable Jersey has awarded a $10,000 grant to the Municipality of Princeton to support the town’s planned microforest at Quarry Park. The Princeton Council had earlier approved a bond ordinance that includes $35,000 for the microforest project. The Sustainable Jersey grant is in addition to the money approved by the Council. “We are very grateful […]
Two district administrators receive promotions
Long-time Lawrence Township Public Schools administrators Alyson Fischer and Sharon Rello have been promoted to new posts within the Lawrence Township Public Schools. Fischer, who is the Lawrence Intermediate School principal, has been named to be the director of School Counseling and Student Supports. She will be paid $176,000 in her new position. Rello has […]
‘It is just the beginning’
Hopewell Valley Central High School (HVCHS) senior graduates have closed one chapter and began another when they walked across the commencement ceremony stage with their diplomas. The HVCHS graduation ceremony for the Class of 2025 was held in the high school’s gym on June 19. “Seniors, as we are gathered here tonight and are able […]
Primary election results
The primary election on June 10 has set the stage for the general election on Nov. 4. Republican incumbent John Ciccarelli, who is currently serving as mayor, will face Democratic candidate Jill Gomez, for one, full-term committee seat. Both are running on their respective party lines.