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Mercer Times Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Construction industry during 2024?

By Mercer Times | Apr 20, 2025

An employer classified under the Construction industry based in the Mercer Times publication area submitted four H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Mercer Times area weekly mass times

By Mercer Times | Apr 19, 2025

The following parishes in the Mercer Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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2022: Mercer County aging and government transfer dependency trends

By Mercer Times | Apr 19, 2025

Since 1970, Mercer County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 6.4%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 14.3%.

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rep. bonnie watson coleman shares views on federal cuts and holiday greetings online

By Mercer Times | Apr 18, 2025

U.S. Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman shared concerns about federal program cuts and the impacts on health services, and expressed Easter holiday goodwill.

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Princeton University honors Justice Sonia Sotomayor by dedicating building and unveiling portrait

By Mercer Times | Apr 18, 2025

Princeton University has dedicated a building named Sonia Sotomayor Hall, located at 36 University Place, in honor of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, a member of the Class of 1976.

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Bonnie Watson Coleman highlights pressing health and conflict issues in recent tweets

By Mercer Times | Apr 17, 2025

In April 2025, Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman addressed issues of health inequities and international conflict through her social media platforms.

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AG Platkin sues Discord for exposing NJ children to online predators and explicit content

By Mercer Times | Apr 17, 2025

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs have filed a lawsuit against Discord, Inc., alleging that the messaging application provider engaged in deceptive practices.

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Princeton University's Briger gift boosts environmental research and collaboration

By Mercer Times | Apr 17, 2025

Pete and Devon Briger have contributed significantly to Princeton University's Venture Forward campaign, leading to the naming of Briger Hall, an environmental studies building.

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Supreme Court to hear case on Trump's birthright citizenship proposal

By Mercer Times | Apr 17, 2025

The Supreme Court of the United States has agreed to hear oral arguments in a case challenging the Trump Administration's efforts to end birthright citizenship.

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Anthropologist Gananath Obeyesekere passes away at age 95 in Sri Lanka

By Mercer Times | Apr 16, 2025

Gananath Obeyesekere, an eminent anthropologist known for his work on the intersection of anthropology and psychoanalysis, passed away at his home in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

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Casino and internet gaming revenue sees disparity in March 2025

By Mercer Times | Apr 16, 2025

Today, the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement released the total gaming revenue results for March 2025.

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Florida man indicted for weapons offenses on Amtrak train

By Mercer Times | Apr 16, 2025

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Criminal Justice have announced an indictment against Jeffrey O. Kennerk, a Fort Lauderdale resident.

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Princeton faculty and alumni receive 15 Guggenheim Fellowships for 2025

By Mercer Times | Apr 15, 2025

Six Princeton University faculty members and arts fellows, along with nine alumni, have been awarded the prestigious 2025 Guggenheim Fellowships.

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Public health major Ravi Sangani named 2025 Goldwater Scholar

By Mercer Times | Apr 15, 2025

Ravi Sangani, a public health major at the college, has been selected as a 2025 Goldwater Scholar, a national honor for undergraduate students in mathematics, science, and engineering.

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Bonnie Watson Coleman critiques alleged Social Security data access efforts

By Mercer Times | Apr 15, 2025

In a series of recent tweets, Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman criticized attempts by a wealthy individual to access Social Security data, alleging potential corruption and highlighting her concerns about government transparency.

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Princeton selects Gordin's book as Pre-read for Class of 2029

By Mercer Times | Apr 15, 2025

Princeton University has selected Dean of the College Michael D. Gordin's book “On the Fringe: Where Science Meets Pseudoscience” as the Princeton Pre-read for the Class of 2029.

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Ravi Sangani honored as 2025 Goldwater Scholar for vision research

By Mercer Times | Apr 15, 2025

Ravi Sangani, a public health major from the class of 2026, has been honored as a 2025 Goldwater Scholar.

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State attorneys general file brief against Trump Administration's social security cuts

By Mercer Times | Apr 15, 2025

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined 20 other states in filing an amicus brief supporting an injunction to prevent the Trump Administration from enacting layoffs and closures at the Social Security Administration (SSA).

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Capital Health launches TeamBirth program to improve childbirth communication and care

By Mercer Times | Apr 14, 2025

Capital Health has announced the introduction of the TeamBirth program, an initiative designed to improve communication and decision-making in maternity care.

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Jeanette Avellan pleads guilty to $4 million theft and tax fraud

By Mercer Times | Apr 14, 2025

A Monmouth County woman, Jeanette Avellan, has admitted to stealing approximately $4 million from her employer and not paying the required taxes on the stolen money.