New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Fish & Wildlife reminds the public to reduce the potential for encounters with black bears this fall by taking steps to properly manage trash…
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Township Committee Votes to Include Local Waterways in River Preservation Plan
by Cat Jacksonby Cat JacksonThe Hopewell Township Committee met last Monday, September 16, to discuss and pass a resolution adding several Hopewell Township waterways to the Lower Delaware River Management Plan. Lower Delaware River…
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As Election Day approaches in Mercer County, voters have several options to make their voices heard. Whether voting by mail, participating in early in-person voting, or casting a ballot at…
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With the November 5 election approaching, and lively local debate on the recent school district referendum, the need for nonpartisan voter education is high this fall. Hopewell Valley’s chapter of…
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The Hopewell Valley Arts Council is celebrating a decade of community tradition with its 10th Annual Amazing Pumpkin Carve at Woolsey Park from October 9 through 13, 2024. Bringing together…
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The Lawrence Hopewell Trail (LHT) welcomed over 500 cyclists for its annual Full Moon Bike Ride, marking another significant increase in turnout for the popular event. Riders of all ages…
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At the September 9 Pennington Borough Council meeting, Mayor Jim Davy and Council members responded to residents’ appeals for help with flooding problems. They also tackled other water-related issues including…
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Hopewell Valley School Bond Referendum Defeated in Special Election
by Mary Galiotoby Mary GaliotoIn a special election on Tuesday, September 17, the Hopewell Valley Regional School District’s bond referendum was decisively rejected, with nearly 69% of voters casting “No” ballots. Of the 2,877…
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Historical markers are popping up along the Lawrence Hopewell Trail. In furtherance of the Trail’s “The History Along the LHT” project, four more historical markers have been installed — two…
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Watershed Institute Receives $15,000 Donation from Stony Brook Garden Club for Children’s Interactive Playhouse
The Stony Brook Garden Club, celebrating its 85th year, presents The Watershed Institute, central NJ’s first environmental group, protecting clean water and the environment through conservation, advocacy, science and education,…