About MercerMe
Connecting Hopewell Valley through trusted, free, independent local news since 2013. MercerMe bridges the information gap in a time of dwindling local coverage, offering hyperlocal reporting on government, events, and stories that matter. Powered by community support and local advertisers, we keep Hopewell Valley informed and connected.
Mary Galioto
Publisher + Founder
Mary McIntyre
Lynn Robins
Diane Carroll
Kim Robinson
Chris Lott
Seth Siditsky
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Our Story
Founded in December 2013 by Mary Galioto, MercerMe has spent a decade connecting Hopewell Valley through trusted local journalism. From its modest beginnings to becoming the area’s leading news source, our story is one of growth, resilience, and unwavering community support.
| 2013: | MercerMe launches, founded by Mary Galioto to provide Hopewell Valley with dedicated, hyperlocal news. |
| 2014: | Awarded a Grow and Strengthen Grant from the Center for Cooperative Media, bolstering our commitment to quality journalism. |
| 2019: | Transitioned from fully volunteer-based efforts to asking for community contributions to sustain our mission. |
| 2019: | Amie Rukenstein begins her tenure as volunteer editor, enabling growth while Mary focuses on funding, partnerships, and innovation. |
| 2024: | Selected for the NJ Civic Information Consortium Technology & Sustainability Accelerator, enhancing digital capabilities. |
| 2024: | Undergoes a comprehensive LION Publishers audit, with recommendations set for implementation in 2025. |
Our Mission
MercerMe is committed to delivering trusted, comprehensive, and free daily news for Hopewell Valley, empowering our community with timely reporting on local government, events, and issues that matter. As New Jersey faces a decline in print newspapers and reduced local coverage, MercerMe stands as the sole consistent news source in this growing news desert, championing community journalism to keep our neighbors informed, engaged, and connected.
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Customer #1
We are very fortunate to have MercerMe as a resource for our community.
Customer #2
[Legacy Newspapers] are a shadow of what they were years ago. No local coverage at all. You are the only game in town.
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