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Eric Schmidt discusses new AI book at Princeton University event

By Mercer Times | Nov 18, 2024

Princeton University will host an event featuring alumnus Eric Schmidt on November 20, where he will discuss his new book, "Genesis: Artificial Intelligence, Hope, and the Human Spirit."

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New Jersey reports mixed results in October gaming revenue

By Mercer Times | Nov 18, 2024

The New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement has released the gaming revenue figures for October 2024.

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Governor Murphy signs multiple bills into law

By Mercer Times | Nov 18, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy has enacted a series of legislative measures, according to a recent announcement.

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New Jersey launches youth competition against bias and discrimination

By Mercer Times | Nov 18, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division on Civil Rights (DCR) have announced a new initiative, the No Hate in the Garden State Youth Competition, aimed at combating bias and discrimination in New Jersey.

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Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman addresses global tolerance and U.S. educational efforts

By Mercer Times | Nov 18, 2024

In recent tweets dated from November 16-18, Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman discusses significant topics such as global tolerance on International Day of Tolerance and celebrates American Education Week's dedication to public school educators while...

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Governor Murphy signs law mandating personalized postpartum plans for pregnant patients

By Mercer Times | Nov 18, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy has signed a new piece of legislation, S912/A3887, into law in New Jersey.

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Flags to fly at half-staff for former NJ Senator Jim Wallwork

By Mercer Times | Nov 18, 2024

Acting Governor Way has ordered that U.S. and New Jersey flags be flown at half-staff on November 19, 2024, to honor the late Senator Jim Wallwork.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mercer County in week ending Nov. 9?

By Mercer Times | Nov 17, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Nov. 9, 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 Nov. 18?

By Mercer Times | Nov 17, 2024

These former Mercer Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Nov. 18.

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Which former Mercer Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Nov. 18?

By Mercer Times | Nov 17, 2024

These former Mercer Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Nov. 18.

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Mercer Times area weekly mass times

By Mercer Times | Nov 16, 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 Nov. 9?

By Mercer Times | Nov 15, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Mercer County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Nov. 9, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Grand jury decides no charges for police in fatal Manchester Township shooting

By Mercer Times | Nov 15, 2024

A state grand jury in New Jersey has decided not to press criminal charges against two police officers involved in the fatal shooting of Shannon Rose, a resident of Manchester Township.

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Attorney General releases footage from non-fatal police shooting in Newark

By Mercer Times | Nov 15, 2024

The Attorney General's Office has released body-worn camera footage from a police-involved shooting that occurred on August 12, 2024, in Newark, New Jersey.

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Attorney General investigates fatal fall after police chase in Guttenberg

By Mercer Times | Nov 15, 2024

The Attorney General's Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) is conducting an investigation into a death that followed a police encounter in Guttenberg, Hudson County, New Jersey.

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New Jersey declares drought warning amid increased wildfire activity

By Mercer Times | Nov 15, 2024

New Jersey is grappling with historically low precipitation, above-average temperatures, and worsening water supply conditions.

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Federal funds allocated for major NJ TRANSIT improvements

By Mercer Times | Nov 15, 2024

Governor Phil Murphy announced the allocation of $300 million in federal funding aimed at enhancing NJ TRANSIT and Amtrak infrastructure.

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New Jersey forms task force to address rising residential burglaries

By Mercer Times | Nov 14, 2024

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin convened a meeting in Newark with law enforcement leaders from across New Jersey to discuss the application of newly enacted laws that increase penalties for residential burglaries.

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Princeton enhances focus on indigenous studies with new professorship

By Mercer Times | Nov 14, 2024

The arrival of J. Kēhaulani Kauanui at Princeton University as the Eric and Wendy Schmidt Professor of Indigenous Studies and professor of anthropology marks a significant development in the institution's efforts to enhance Native American and...

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Governor Murphy opposes New York's congestion pricing plan

By Mercer Times | Nov 14, 2024

New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has voiced his opposition to New York's proposed congestion pricing plan.