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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Mercer County in week ending Apr. 27

By Mercer Times | Apr 30, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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New associated faculty program fortifies institutional ties between PPPL and Princeton

By Mercer Times | Apr 30, 2024

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) and Princeton University have solidified their partnership through a new associated faculty program aimed at enhancing research collaborations and scientific innovation.Emily Carter, PPPL’s senior strategic advisor for sustainability science and associate laboratory director for Applied Materials and Sustainability Sciences, expressed the importance of attracting scholars from various disciplines to diversify the Lab's research portfolio. Carter highlighted the collaborative opportunities the...

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TCNJam raises over $130K for childhood cancer support

By Mercer Times | Apr 30, 2024

Forty-seven children are diagnosed with cancer every day.

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Porchfest 2024: University and Town Come Together for Community Music Festival

By Mercer Times | Apr 30, 2024

The third annual Princeton Porchfest took place on Saturday, April 27, bringing together the University and local community for a day of music and festivities. The free festival, presented by the Arts Council of Princeton with support from Princeton University, featured 15 neighbor-volunteered porches throughout town and on campus, transformed into mini-stages where audiences could enjoy various performances."Each April, Porchfest is an opportunity for the campus and community to enjoy a wide range of great performances, hang out with friends, and to shop or grab a bite...

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Governor Murphy inaugurates HAX headquarters in Newark

By Mercer Times | Apr 30, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy, Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, and the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) celebrated the opening of HAX, LLC's new U.S. headquarters in Newark.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Mercer County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 27

By Mercer Times | Apr 29, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Hudson Tunnel Project promises significant economic boost with job creation

By Mercer Times | Apr 29, 2024

A new report by the Regional Plan Association (RPA) indicates that the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP) is expected to generate $19.6 billion in economic activity and create around 95,000 jobs during its construction phase.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Mercer County in week ending Apr. 27?

By Mercer Times | Apr 28, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Mercer Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29?

By Mercer Times | Apr 28, 2024

This former Mercer Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon April 29.

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Mercer Times area weekly mass times

By Mercer Times | Apr 27, 2024

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

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mercer County in week ending Apr. 20?

By Mercer Times | Apr 26, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

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TCNJ partners with Hamilton Township schools for early college credits

By Mercer Times | Apr 26, 2024

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) has entered into a partnership with the Hamilton Township School District in Mercer County.

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Flags to be lowered in honor of late Congressman Donald Payne Jr

By Mercer Times | Apr 26, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy has signed Executive Order No. 357, mandating that U.S. and New Jersey flags be flown at half-staff on May 1 and May 2.

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Governor Murphy announces solar initiatives; NJ reports reduced state debt

By Mercer Times | Apr 26, 2024

Congressman Donald Payne, Jr., who served as the U.S. Representative for New Jersey's 10th Congressional District since 2012, passed away on April 24.

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AG Platkin and DEP Commissioner LaTourette Announce Resolution of Two Environmental Lawsuits and the Filing of Six New Enforcement Actions, Including Four in Environmental Justice Communities

By Mercer Times | Apr 25, 2024

New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette have announced the resolution of two environmental lawsuits and the filing of six new enforcement actions, with a focus on environmental justice communities."Today’s filings represent the latest action in the Murphy Administration’s initiative to right past environmental wrongs that were committed in environmentally stressed neighborhoods," said Attorney General Platkin. He emphasized the importance of holding violators accountable for repairing...

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Elke Weber receives BBVA Frontiers of Knowledge Award

By Mercer Times | Apr 25, 2024

Cognitive psychologist Elke Weber has been awarded a Frontiers of Knowledge Award in humanities and social sciences from the BBVA Foundation. The foundation recognized Weber "for her research on environmental decision-making and the factors that motivate action against climate change."Weber, the Gerhard R. Andlinger Professor of Energy and the Environment and professor of psychology and public affairs at Princeton University, was commended for her influential role as a policy adviser and her ability to draw on insights from various disciplines to enact beneficial actions...

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Vineland Police Sergeant Indicted for Misusing Authority in Child Sexual Exploitation Case

By Mercer Times | Apr 24, 2024

TRENTON — Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) announced today the indictment of a Vineland Police Department sergeant for allegedly misusing his authority to obtain child sexual exploitation and abuse material.The indicted officer, Christopher Ortiz, 39, from Estell Manor, New Jersey, faces charges including endangering the welfare of a child, official misconduct, and tampering with public records. The charges stem from Ortiz's alleged mishandling of evidence for personal use, specifically digital images...

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Department of Law and Public Safety to Host Crime Victims’ Rights Week Event to Honor Crime Victims and Those Who Support Them

By Mercer Times | Apr 24, 2024

The Department of Law and Public Safety is set to host an event to honor crime victims and those who support them as part of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. The event, organized by Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, the Division of Violence Intervention and Victim Assistance (VIVA), and the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ), aims to recognize the individuals and organizations dedicated to assisting survivors on their journey to healing.Attorney General Platkin emphasized the importance of supporting victims of crime, stating, “The aftermath of violent crime can be...

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Governor Murphy mourns Congressman Donald Payne Jr.'s passing

By Mercer Times | Apr 24, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy has expressed his sorrow over the death of Congressman Donald Payne, Jr., describing him as a "steadfast champion for the people of New Jersey."

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3 gas stations in cities throughout Mercer County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 20

By Mercer Times | Apr 23, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Apr. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.