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News from September 2024

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Murphy Administration highlights need for improved healthcare affordability with new reports

By Mercer Times | Sep 25, 2024

The Murphy Administration has unveiled three reports evaluating the quality and affordability of health care in New Jersey.

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New Jersey announces 'Fund My Future' grants for job training support

By Mercer Times | Sep 25, 2024

The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) has announced a new grant opportunity aimed at providing career coaching and services to residents seeking job training and career advancement.

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AG Platkin announces fines for unlicensed moving companies

By Mercer Times | Sep 25, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs have announced that 23 unlicensed movers were issued Notices of Violation (NOVs) and assessed civil penalties totaling $125,000 following Operation Safe Move. This undercover operation targeted movers conducting business without the required licenses.

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TCNJ receives NSF grant to boost climate change education

By Mercer Times | Sep 25, 2024

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) has been awarded a grant of $2,955,563 from the National Science Foundation's Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program.

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DOE funds expansion for PPPL's national apprenticeship model

By Mercer Times | Sep 25, 2024

The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is set to expand its apprenticeship program nationwide, supported by funding from the DOE’s Office of Science.

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McCarter Theatre brings renowned artists for student engagement through Arts & Ideas initiative

By Mercer Times | Sep 24, 2024

Last year, Paula Abreu of McCarter Theatre Center managed to book Patti Smith for the mainstage season by offering a unique opportunity. Through McCarter's Arts & Ideas initiative, Smith engaged with Princeton University students in a public conversation facilitated by a Princeton professor and a graduate student before her concert.

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14.5 million available for New Jersey community-based violence intervention grants

By Mercer Times | Sep 24, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy and Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin have announced that $14.5 million will be available through a competitive grant process to support Community-Based Violence Intervention (CBVI) Programs across New Jersey. This funding cycle will commence in 2025.

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The College of New Jersey named top regional university by U.S. News

By Mercer Times | Sep 24, 2024

U.S. News & World Report has released its 2025 Best Colleges rankings, naming The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) as the top institution in the “Best Regional Universities—North” category.

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Attorney General announces reforms following investigations into New Jersey State Police

By Mercer Times | Sep 24, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has announced a series of recommended reforms for the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) following two separate investigations into the organization. The recommendations, which have been accepted by NJSP Superintendent Colonel Patrick Callahan, aim to address issues identified in the reports and additional reforms suggested by the Attorney General's Office.

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Governor Murphy launches clemency fellowship program for legal reform

By Mercer Times | Sep 24, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy has announced the establishment of a Clemency Fellowship Program to support his earlier clemency initiative aimed at addressing inequities in the criminal legal system.

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Governors launch initiative aiming for 1 million apprenticeships in clean energy by 2035

By Mercer Times | Sep 23, 2024

The U.S. Climate Alliance, a coalition of 24 governors from various states representing a significant portion of the U.S. economy and population, has introduced the Governors’ Climate-Ready Workforce Initiative.

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Governors launch initiative for one million apprenticeships in climate fields by 2035

By Mercer Times | Sep 23, 2024

The U.S. Climate Alliance, a coalition of 24 governors, has announced the launch of the Governors’ Climate-Ready Workforce Initiative.

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Attorney general announces updated leadership team

By Mercer Times | Sep 23, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced updates to his executive leadership team in the Department of Law and Public Safety. Angela Cai has been named Executive Assistant Attorney General, Daniela Nogueira as Chief Counsel, and Miae Park as Interim Chief of Staff.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Mercer County in week ending Sept. 14

By Mercer Times | Sep 22, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Mercer Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23?

By Mercer Times | Sep 22, 2024

These former Mercer Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 23.

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Mercer Times area weekly mass times

By Mercer Times | Sep 21, 2024

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

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Mercer County in week ending Sept. 14?

By Mercer Times | Sep 20, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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New Jersey allocates funds for lead remediation; expands nurse visitation program

By Mercer Times | Sep 20, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy has announced a significant financial commitment to address lead exposure in homes across New Jersey.

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29% of college applicants to Mercer County's 11 universities were admitted for fall 2022

By Mercer Times | Sep 19, 2024

Mercer County's 11 universities admitted an estimated 29% of applicants for fall 2022, an increase over the previous year.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Mercer County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Sept. 14

By Mercer Times | Sep 19, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.