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News from April 2024

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Princeton Alumni Awarded Prestigious Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowships

By Mercer Times | Apr 22, 2024

Recent Princeton graduates Yuno Iwasaki and Ananya Agustin Malhotra have been named recipients of the 2024 Paul and Daisy Soros Fellowship for New Americans, a merit-based graduate school program for immigrants and children of immigrants. The fellowship, which aims to support individuals with the potential to make significant contributions to the United States, selected 30 fellows this year from a pool of 2,323 applicants.Yuno Iwasaki, who graduated in the Class of 2023, shared her excitement about the opportunity, stating, "I will use the grant to support my work towards...

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Mercer County in week ending Apr. 20

By Mercer Times | Apr 22, 2024

The only price of regular 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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FDA: 1 company in cities within Mercer County received 3 citations in Q1

By Mercer Times | Apr 22, 2024

There was one company in a city associated with Mercer County that received FDA citations as a result of one inspection conducted in the county over the first quarter of 2024, according to reports from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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FDA conducted inspections of 2 companies in cities located in Mercer County in Q4 2023

By Mercer Times | Apr 21, 2024

There were two companies in cities associated with Mercer County that received two FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Mercer County in week ending Apr. 20?

By Mercer Times | Apr 21, 2024

The only price of diesel 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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Which former Mercer Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22?

By Mercer Times | Apr 21, 2024

This former Mercer Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon April 22.

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Mercer Times area weekly mass times

By Mercer Times | Apr 20, 2024

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

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Attorney General’s Office Investigating Death in Toms River, N.J., Involving Officers from the Island Heights and Toms River Police Departments and the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office

By Mercer Times | Apr 20, 2024

TRENTON — The Attorney General’s Office in New Jersey has launched an investigation into a tragic incident that unfolded in Toms River, Ocean County, on April 19, 2024.According to the preliminary details, officers from the Island Heights and Toms River Police Departments, along with the Ocean County Sheriff’s Office, were involved in an arrest that led to the death of an adult male civilian. The identity of the deceased individual, who was taken into custody for outstanding warrants, has not been disclosed.The sequence of events indicates that the male resisted arrest...

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1 gas station in cities throughout Mercer County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Apr. 13

By Mercer Times | Apr 19, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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AG Platkin: State Board of Medical Examiners Permanently Revokes License of North Jersey Cardiologist for Alleged Sexual Misconduct Involving Six Female Patients

By Mercer Times | Apr 19, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs announced the permanent revocation of the medical license of a North Jersey cardiologist, John Strobeck, for alleged sexual misconduct involving six female patients. Strobeck, who had practices in Fair Lawn and Hawthorne, New Jersey, was accused of fondling and groping the patients under the guise of medical treatments between 2008 and 2014."Doctors who sexually exploit patients behind the closed door of an exam room are a danger to the public and a disgrace to their profession," stated Attorney...

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Attorney General’s Office Identifies Individuals Involved in Fatal Crash

By Mercer Times | Apr 19, 2024

TRENTON — The Attorney General’s Office has released the identities of the individuals involved in a fatal crash that occurred in Southampton Township, New Jersey, on April 9, 2024.According to the Attorney General's Office, the civilian who tragically lost his life in the collision has been identified as Frank Lando, Jr., a 65-year-old resident of Toms River, New Jersey.In the incident, New Jersey State Police Trooper Anthony Fernandes was conducting patrol duties on Route 70 when his marked police vehicle collided with Mr. Lando in the area of Burrs Mill Road in...

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AG Platkin: State Board of Medical Examiners Permanently Revokes License of North Jersey Emergency Room Doctor Following Patient’s Death

By Mercer Times | Apr 18, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs have announced the permanent revocation of the medical license of a North Jersey emergency room doctor, Shar Kennett, following alleged conduct that led to a patient's death in 2017 at Overlook Medical Center in Summit, New Jersey. Kennett agreed to the revocation to address accusations of gross negligence, malpractice, and incompetence that resulted in the demise of a 20-year-old patient who suffered respiratory arrest under her care.Attorney General Platkin expressed his condolences to the family...

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AG Platkin Announces New Law Enforcement Guidelines for Sexual Assault Responses at Sexual Violence Prevention Symposium in Trenton

By Mercer Times | Apr 18, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has announced a significant development in law enforcement guidelines for sexual assault responses in New Jersey. The announcement was made during the Sexual Violence Prevention Symposium held in Trenton.Platkin revealed that a new Directive has been issued, expanding the standard Sexual Assault Response Team activation period from five to seven days from the time the incident is reported. This extension aims to provide survivors of sexual assault with more time to access trauma-informed services.Speaking at the symposium, Attorney...

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Princeton's French theater troupe L’Avant-Scène celebrates 20th anniversary with performances, eminent guest speakers

By Mercer Times | Apr 18, 2024

A weekend of festivities is planned to celebrate the 20th anniversary of L’Avant-Scène, Princeton University’s French Theater Workshop, from April 18-20. Florent Masse, professor of the practice in French and Italian and founder of the program, has led Princeton undergraduate and graduate students in performing full-length plays in French for the past two decades.The celebration includes a revival of L'Avant-Scène's first full production, Georges Feydeau’s farce “Le Dindon,” which was first staged on campus in 2004. The play will run at the Wallace Theater in the Lewis...

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Princeton Grad Student Julian Chehirian to Exhibit at the Venice Biennale

By Mercer Times | Apr 18, 2024

Princeton grad student Julian Chehirian, along with his collaborators Lilia Topouzova and Krasimira Butseva, will be showcasing their work at the 60th Annual Venice Biennale which opens on April 20. The exhibition pavilion representing Bulgaria will feature their multimedia installation titled "Neighbours: Forms of Trauma (1945-1989)." Chehirian's mother, who returned to live in Sofia, Bulgaria, will be attending the Biennale's opening, adding a personal touch to the event."Neighbours" aims to shed light on a chapter of Bulgarian history often overlooked, focusing on the...

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Senior Shane Patrick awarded Barry Scholarship for study at Oxford

By Mercer Times | Apr 18, 2024

Senior Shane Patrick has been awarded the John and Daria Barry Scholarship for study at the University of Oxford. The scholarship, established in 2019, "is awarded to the leading students of the United States of America in recognition of their dedication to the pursuit of truth," as stated by the Barry Scholars announcement.Patrick, a Near Eastern studies major, will pursue an MPhil in Islamic Studies and history at Oxford. Reflecting on this opportunity, he expressed his enthusiasm by saying, "I am looking forward to the opportunity to continue developing as a scholar of...

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AG Platkin, Division on Civil Rights Announce Enforcement Actions in Ten Cases Involving Alleged Housing Discrimination

By Mercer Times | Apr 17, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division on Civil Rights (DCR) have revealed findings of probable cause in ten cases of alleged housing discrimination in New Jersey. The cases involve landlords and real estate agents who are accused of violating the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination by refusing housing to individuals who wished to pay rent using government rental assistance.In response to the enforcement actions, Attorney General Platkin emphasized, “No one should face discrimination when seeking a home. Access to safe, affordable housing is a basic...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Mercer County in week ending Apr. 13

By Mercer Times | Apr 16, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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AG: Trenton Officer Indicted for Various Offenses Including Conspiracy to Perpetrate Assault

By Mercer Times | Apr 16, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced the indictment of Trenton police officer Rudy Lopez, 38, from Hamilton, New Jersey, for multiple offenses, including tampering with public records and a pattern of official misconduct. The indictment also includes charges against Lopez's brother, Lisandro Rivera, 40, for allegedly conspiring to facilitate crimes financially.According to the investigation by the Corruption Bureau of the Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA), Lopez had been communicating with a state prison inmate who is a member of the Almighty...

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New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement Reports Strong March 2024 Total Gaming Revenue

By Mercer Times | Apr 16, 2024

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement has revealed the total gaming revenue results for March 2024, showcasing positive growth across various sectors. According to the report, the Casino Win for the nine casino hotel properties in March 2024 was $239.8 million, marking a 4.9% increase from the previous year's $228.6 million. Year-to-date, the Casino Win reached $656.1 million, slightly up by 0.1% compared to the prior year-to-date period.In terms of Internet Gaming Win, casinos and their partners reported $197.2 million for March 2024, reflecting a significant...