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Mercer County officials and business leaders are pushing back against potential cuts to SEPTA rail service in New Jersey, warning of widespread disruption if service to Trenton and West Trenton…

The Hopewell Township Committee voted unanimously on April 14 to formally pledge up to $16.1 million in PILOT (Payment In Lieu of Taxes) funds to support improvements at Bear Tavern…

Hopewell Township residents can expect a slight decrease in the municipal tax rate this year, as the Township Committee introduced its 2025 budget at its April 14 meeting. The proposed…

One of the Hopewell Valley’s favorite ice cream spots, Melba Ice Creamery in Lawrenceville, reopened this weekend for the season. This year’s class of new scoopers—led by their fearless leader…

New Jersey electricity rates are soaring largely because of power-sucking AI data centers, and states must work together to maintain pricing and grid reliability, energy experts said. The Garden State…

On April 11, 1905, the Washington Crossing Toll-Supported Bridge officially opened for traffic, ushering in an era of horse-drawn carts, 10-cent tolls, and wood-plank decking. One hundred and twenty years…

Mercer County Executive Dan Benson on Thurs. April 10 unveiled his administration’s proposed $420.1 million 2025 budget, emphasizing continued fiscal repair, lean spending, and investments in core services as the…

Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson pressed the state Department of Environmental Protection this week to take stronger action to fix the long-troubled Trenton Water Works, saying the utility remains at risk of…

Voters over 50 continue to shape the outcome of elections in New Jersey — particularly in Mercer County — and are expected to play a decisive role in 2025, according…

As Easter approaches, the Hopewell Valley is alive with springtime spirit — from egg hunts and craft fairs to sunrise services and community meals, there’s no shortage of ways to…