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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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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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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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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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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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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.

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10 Mercer County biopharma companies could be negatively impacted by Inflation Reduction Act drug provision

By Mercer Times News Service | Apr 23, 2024

A provision of the “Inflation Reduction Act” (IRA) could threaten investments in "small molecule" drug development, said a visiting professor at Rutgers University.

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Renowned Sociologist and Critic of IQ Tests Remembered in Memorial Service

By Mercer Times | Apr 23, 2024

Howard Francis Taylor, a prominent figure in the field of sociology and a leading critic of IQ tests, passed away at the age of 83 last spring. Taylor's impact on the academic world will be commemorated in a memorial service scheduled for this Friday.Throughout his career, Taylor challenged the prevailing notions surrounding IQ testing and its implications on race and intelligence. Colleague Paul DiMaggio described Taylor as a pioneer in the critique of IQ testing, noting his meticulous statistical arguments that questioned the validity of such assessments.Elijah...

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Cold Case Investigation Leads to Arrest and Charges in 2008 Ewing Township Homicide

By Mercer Times | Apr 22, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Mercer County Prosecutor Angelo J. Onofri announced the charging of two suspects in connection with the 2008 robbery and fatal beating of Leroy Julious in Ewing Township, New Jersey. Breyon Goodman, 36, of Trenton, and Jason Howard, 41, face charges of Murder (1st degree), Felony Murder (1st degree), and Robbery (1st degree). Goodman was apprehended in Trenton on April 15, 2024, while Howard was served his complaints in Rhode Island, where he is currently incarcerated for an unrelated incident.According to the public documents filed...

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State Grand Jury Declines to Criminally Charge Officer Involved in Fatal Shooting in Englewood, N.J.

By Mercer Times | Apr 22, 2024

TRENTON — A state grand jury has voted "no bill" at the conclusion of its deliberations regarding the death of Bernard Placide, 22, of Englewood, New Jersey, who was fatally shot by an Englewood police officer on September 3, 2022.The investigation into Mr. Placide’s death was conducted by the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) and presented to New Jersey residents serving on the grand jury in accordance with the Independent Prosecutor Directive of 2019. The grand jury voted not to file any criminal charges against Englewood Police Officer Luana Sharpe....

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Former Wildwood Mayor Indicted for Job Solicitation and Tax Evasion

By Mercer Times | Apr 22, 2024

Former Wildwood Mayor Peter J. Byron faces a new indictment for alleged misconduct and tax-related offenses. According to Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, Byron abused his position by soliciting a job from a city attorney and failing to report the income from that position. Platkin stated, "As alleged, the former mayor inappropriately used his power and influence for unlawful personal financial gain, betraying the public’s trust."The indictment, filed on April 16, 2024, lists seven counts against Byron, including charges of official misconduct, tampering with public...

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Buckyballs in space: Weichman combines astrochemistry and spectroscopy to identify complex space molecules

By Mercer Times | Apr 22, 2024

Princeton's Marissa Weichman, an assistant professor of chemistry, is leading a team of researchers in a groundbreaking study to identify new buckyball-like molecules in space. Weichman explained that these molecules play a crucial role in driving the chemistry of planets, stars, and galaxy formation, emphasizing the significance of their research in understanding the origins of life.Weichman's lab has developed a device to measure the light absorption of fullerenes, geodesic hollow "carbon cages" that are the largest group of molecules identified in space. The team aims...

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Matthew Desmond's Princeton course 'Poverty, by America' field-tests promising solutions in collaboration with community partners

By Mercer Times | Apr 22, 2024

Princeton University professor Matthew Desmond is leading a thought-provoking seminar titled "Poverty, by America," where students are encouraged to tackle questions about American poverty head-on from multiple perspectives and field-test real solutions with community partner organizations. Desmond, the Maurice P. During Professor of Sociology, emphasizes the importance of engaging with the issue of poverty from diverse viewpoints, including those with lived experiences of poverty.Desmond's course is part of the Program for Community-Engaged Scholarship (ProCES), which...