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2022: Mercer County aging and government transfer dependency trends

Since 1970, Mercer County’s population aged over 65 has increased by 6.4%, while income from age-related government transfers has risen by 14.3%.

By Mercer Times | Apr 19, 2025

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U.S. Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman shared concerns about federal program cuts and the impacts on health services, and expressed Easter holiday goodwill.

By Mercer Times | Apr 18, 2025

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Bonnie Watson Coleman highlights pressing health and conflict issues in recent tweets

By Mercer Times | Apr 17, 2025

In April 2025, Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman addressed issues of health inequities and international conflict through her social media platforms.

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AG Platkin sues Discord for exposing NJ children to online predators and explicit content

By Mercer Times | Apr 17, 2025

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs have filed a lawsuit against Discord, Inc., alleging that the messaging application provider engaged in deceptive practices.

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Supreme Court to hear case on Trump's birthright citizenship proposal

By Mercer Times | Apr 17, 2025

The Supreme Court of the United States has agreed to hear oral arguments in a case challenging the Trump Administration's efforts to end birthright citizenship.

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Casino and internet gaming revenue sees disparity in March 2025

By Mercer Times | Apr 16, 2025

Today, the New Jersey Division of Gaming Enforcement released the total gaming revenue results for March 2025.

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Florida man indicted for weapons offenses on Amtrak train

By Mercer Times | Apr 16, 2025

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Criminal Justice have announced an indictment against Jeffrey O. Kennerk, a Fort Lauderdale resident.

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Public health major Ravi Sangani named 2025 Goldwater Scholar

By Mercer Times | Apr 15, 2025

Ravi Sangani, a public health major at the college, has been selected as a 2025 Goldwater Scholar, a national honor for undergraduate students in mathematics, science, and engineering.

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Bonnie Watson Coleman critiques alleged Social Security data access efforts

By Mercer Times | Apr 15, 2025

In a series of recent tweets, Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman criticized attempts by a wealthy individual to access Social Security data, alleging potential corruption and highlighting her concerns about government transparency.

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Ravi Sangani honored as 2025 Goldwater Scholar for vision research

By Mercer Times | Apr 15, 2025

Ravi Sangani, a public health major from the class of 2026, has been honored as a 2025 Goldwater Scholar.

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State attorneys general file brief against Trump Administration's social security cuts

By Mercer Times | Apr 15, 2025

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin has joined 20 other states in filing an amicus brief supporting an injunction to prevent the Trump Administration from enacting layoffs and closures at the Social Security Administration (SSA).

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Jeanette Avellan pleads guilty to $4 million theft and tax fraud

By Mercer Times | Apr 14, 2025

A Monmouth County woman, Jeanette Avellan, has admitted to stealing approximately $4 million from her employer and not paying the required taxes on the stolen money.

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Attorney General Platkin leads coalition against proposed Affordable Care Act changes

By Mercer Times | Apr 14, 2025

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin from New Jersey has joined efforts with the Attorneys General of California and Massachusetts to oppose proposed changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)...

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TCNJ students gain recognition at Sigma Tau Delta Centennial Convention

By Mercer Times | Apr 14, 2025

Twenty-four students from The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) participated in the Sigma Tau Delta Centennial Convention in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, last month.

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Mercer County: Residents received $951.47 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By Mercer Times | Apr 13, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 3.1% of income in Mercer County, providing an average of $2,499 per capita to residents.

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Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman's social media highlights April 2025 events and reflections

By Mercer Times | Apr 12, 2025

Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman shared various topics with her constituents through recent tweets.

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New Jersey state authorities charge Lucchese Crime Family members for racketeering and gambling fraud

By Mercer Times | Apr 11, 2025

Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, in collaboration with the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) and the New Jersey State Police, has announced charges against 39 individuals, including members and associates of the Lucchese Crime Family, for a...

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Coalition supports law firms challenging Trump's executive orders

By Mercer Times | Apr 11, 2025

New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin, alongside a coalition of 21 attorneys general, has announced support for two law firms challenging executive orders they describe as unconstitutional.

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Grand jury decides not to charge officers in Hamilton shooting death case

By Mercer Times | Apr 11, 2025

A state grand jury decided not to charge any officers involved in the shooting death of Vincent Correa, aged 44, from Hamilton Township, New Jersey.

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Graduate student earns honor roll spot for student voter engagement work

By Mercer Times | Apr 10, 2025

Jaclyn Romano, a graduate student in her last semester of the Master of Public Policy program, has been named to the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge Student Voting Honor Roll.