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Four seniors awarded ReachOut 56-81-06 Fellowships for public service

By Mercer Times | Mar 21, 2024

Princeton University seniors Travis Kanoa Chai Andrade, Alison Parish, Meera Burghardt, and Isabella Moscoe have been awarded fellowships from ReachOut 56-81-06, an alumni-funded effort that supports seniors to complete a public service project of their design during the year after graduation.Chai Andrade, an anthropology major, was awarded the ReachOut Domestic Fellowship. He will be working in Hawai‘i with nonprofit organizations to develop long-term heritage stewardship plans aimed at returning land to Native Hawaiian communities. Chai Andrade, a Kanaka ʻŌiwi (Native...

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State Grand Jury Declines to Criminally Charge Officer in Connection with Fatal Police-Involved Shooting in Elizabeth on July 29, 2023

By Mercer Times | Mar 20, 2024

A state grand jury has decided not to file any criminal charges in relation to the fatal shooting of Estiben Alegria-Hurtado, 42, by an officer from the Elizabeth Police Department on July 29, 2023.The decision was reached after thorough investigations and presentations to New Jersey residents serving on the grand jury, in accordance with the Independent Prosecutor Directive of 2019. The Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) oversaw the investigation, ensuring a neutral and transparent process."After hearing the testimony and evidence, the jurors...

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Governor Murphy Signs Landmark Affordable Housing Legislation

By Mercer Times | Mar 20, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy signed a landmark affordable housing legislation in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, on March 20, 2024. The event was attended by various legislative partners and advocates who played significant roles in the development of the legislation.In his remarks, Governor Murphy expressed gratitude to Mayor Helmin Caba for the warm introduction and highlighted the importance of the legislation in making housing more affordable and accessible for working families across the state. He thanked key legislative partners, including Senate President Nick Scutari, Assembly...

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Governor Murphy Signs Landmark Affordable Housing Legislation

By Mercer Times | Mar 20, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy has signed landmark affordable housing legislation in New Jersey, marking a significant step towards addressing the state's housing challenges and obligations. The bill aims to create a stronger, fairer, and more affordable state for all New Jerseyans.The legislation establishes a new system for municipalities to meet their Mount Laurel affordable housing obligations, replacing the previous court-based process. Governor Murphy emphasized the importance of this legislation, stating, “One of our Administration’s top priorities has been to establish New...

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Attorney General Platkin Announces the Launch of the New “ARRIVE Together Dashboard”

By Mercer Times | Mar 20, 2024

Attorney General Platkin, along with the Office of Alternative and Community Responses and the Office of Justice Data, have introduced a new dashboard for the ARRIVE Together program in New Jersey. The dashboard aims to provide transparency and valuable insights into the program's operations and impact. Attorney General Platkin expressed pride in the program's accomplishments, stating, "With Governor Murphy’s and the Legislature’s continued commitment and financial support, we’ve proudly pioneered the nation’s first statewide alternative response program." The dashboard...

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AG’s Office Identifies Decedent and Officers Involved in Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Hamilton Township

By Mercer Times | Mar 20, 2024

TRENTON – The Attorney General’s Office has released information regarding a fatal police-involved shooting that took place in Hamilton Township, New Jersey, on March 8, 2024. The decedent has been identified as Vincent Correa, 44, of Hamilton. The officers involved in the shooting were Officer Derek Fiabane and Officer Paul Piromalli from the Hamilton Township Police Department.According to reports, the incident unfolded when uniformed officers responded to a 911 call about a domestic dispute at a residence on Orchard Avenue in Hamilton Township at approximately 10:07...

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Former Laurel School guard Mari Bickley’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Laurel School Guard Mari Bickley’s collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Former St. John Vianney High School guard Madison St. Rose’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, St. John Vianney High School Guard Madison St. Rose’s collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Former Brookline High School guard Margo Mattes’ collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Brookline High School Guard Margo Mattes’ collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Former Burlington Central High School guard Taylor Charles’ collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Burlington Central High School Forward Taylor Charles’ collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Former Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child Inc. guard Paige Morton’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Oak Knoll School of the Holy Child Inc. Forward Paige Morton’s collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Former Winston Churchill High School guard Parker Hill’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Winston Churchill High School Forward Parker Hill’s collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Former Windward School guard Skye Belker’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Windward School Guard Skye Belker’s collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Former Flintridge Prep High School guard Kaitlyn Chen’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Flintridge Prep High School Guard Kaitlyn Chen’s collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Former Brentwood High School guard Amelia Osgood’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Brentwood High School Guard Amelia Osgood’s collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Former Roosevelt High School guard Katie Thiers’ collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Roosevelt High School Forward Katie Thiers’ collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mercer County in week ending Mar. 16?

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 16, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Former Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart guard Chet Nweke’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart Guard Chet Nweke’s collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Former Flintridge Prep High School guard Ashley Chea’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Flintridge Prep High School Guard Ashley Chea’s collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.

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Former Holy Innocents Episcopal School guard Olivia Hutcherson’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By Mercer Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Holy Innocents Episcopal School Guard and Forward Olivia Hutcherson’s collegiate team the Princeton Tigers were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 9 seed.