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Four candidates are running for two seats on the Hopewell Township Committee in the Nov. 3 general election, with questions about development, infrastructure, property taxes and the future of township…

Three candidates are seeking two seats on the Hopewell Borough Council in the Nov. 3 general election. Democratic candidates Sheri Hook, an incumbent seeking reelection, and Justine Levine are running…

Three candidates are running for two seats on the Hopewell Township Board of Fire Commissioners in the Nov. 3 general election. Linda Abey, Kevin R. Baranowski and Thomas Pearse-Drance are seeking three-year terms on the board, which oversees Hopewell Township Fire District No. 1. The election comes as the district faces questions about the future of volunteer and career emergency services, the demands of continued development and the cost of…

Hopewell Borough will once again close Columbia Avenue and several surrounding streets to vehicle traffic on Halloween, creating a pedestrian-only “Halloween Zone” for trick-or-treaters and their families. The closures will…

Hopewell Township is inviting residents to showcase their photography skills and capture the beauty, character and community of the township through its annual photo contest. Selected photographs will be featured…

A state investigation into a software error that mistakenly registered thousands of noncitizens to vote has uncovered approximately 1,090 additional voter-registration records requiring correction or further review, Gov. Mikie Sherrill…

Inside a barn at Needle Creek Farm Brewery on Thursday afternoon, giant pumpkins were being transformed into everything from fantastical creatures to intricate works of art. Power tools buzzed, pumpkin…

For Sara Cooper, cooking was about more than preparing a meal. It was about bringing people together, celebrating special occasions and enjoying time with friends and family. That love of…

Plans to replace two intersections along Pennington-Lawrenceville Road with roundabouts have been put on hold indefinitely after Hopewell Township officials formally opposed the proposals following widespread concerns from residents. Hopewell…

Lawrence Township Council unanimously introduced an ordinance Oct. 5 that would prohibit data centers throughout the township, taking a proactive approach to a growing development issue as neighboring communities raise…