Bordentown Top Stories
By ELIZABETH A MEYERS
May 1, 2025
BORDENTOWN, NJ – Whether it's a cup, a cone, Italian ices or a milkshake, proceeds from orders at the Bordentown Creamery on Tuesday, May 6, will benefit the Miracle League of Mercer County to support their programs. The Miracle League is celebrating 20 years of providing inclusive programs for ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — The popular PorchFest event is returning to Bordentown City this weekend.2025 PorchFest is taking place throughout Bordentown City on Saturday, May 3 from 12PM to 5PM.The annual event features local musicians of all genres performing mini-concerts at “host” houses in the City, ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Spring in Bordentown City means warm weather, outdoor dining, community events — and the return of the street sweeper. While residents may have noticed the sweeper running throughout April, the street sweeping season will officially begin on Thursday, May 1, according to a ...
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) were in Mercer County on Tuesday conducting a targeted activity that resulted in the detainment of two individuals. According to a statement by the Hopewell Township Police Department (HTPD), around 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Interested in getting new toys for your kids, but in an environmentally-friendly way? The Bordentown City Green Team has the initiative for you.The Green Team launched the “Bordentown Toy Library” in December 2024, which is designed to help reduce plastic waste. Toys create ...
MEDFORD, NJ — Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia L. Bradshaw and police officials from multiple jurisdictions unveiled a countywide program on Tuesday designed to create a less stressful atmosphere for special-needs motorists by improving communication between patrol officers and individuals with ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ – There’s a new location for Burlington County residents to safely dispose of confidential documents and special plastic this year.The Burlington County Institute of Technology’s Westampton Campus, located at 695 Woodlane Road, will host the County’s next Paper Shredding and Plastics ...
FIELDSBORO, NJ — A special event this weekend will benefit one of the area's most unique, and maybe haunted, sites.South Jersey Ghost Research will be hosting a Paranormal Expo on Saturday, May 3 from 10AM to 5PM at White Hill Mansion, located at 217 Burlington Street in Fieldsboro. General ...
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) is alerting motorists to detours and traffic delays as the Princeton Pike Bridge over I-295 is being demolished and replaced. The NJDOT says that the closures and temporary traffic stoppages are necessary to remove beams from ...
BELMAR, NJ - Assemblyman Avi Schnall (D-30) has sent a strongly worded letter to Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway and the Board of Governors, expressing deep concern over the selection of comedian Ramy Youssef as the commencement speaker for Rutgers-Newark’s 2025 graduation ...
MOUNT HOLLY, NJ – Spring prom season is here and the Burlington County Commissioners want to help keep it safe for all participating teens.To help encourage prom goers to have a safe, substance-free prom, the Commissioners are once again partnering with the Burlington County Sheriff’s Office, ...
JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST — Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst (JBMDL) will be holding its Annual Retiree Appreciation Day event this weekend. The event will take place on Saturday, May 3 from 8:30AM to 1PM at the Timmerman Center, located at 5441 8th Street, Joint Base ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Learn about Lenape healing traditions at a special program being hosted by D&R Greenway Land Trust in Bordentown City this weekend. D&R Greenway is holding a Lenape Medicinal Plant and Crops Talk on Sunday, May 4 from 11AM to 12:30PM at the Discovery Center at Point ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The Hightstown Elks is inviting members of the public to trot over to the Lodge on Saturday to enjoy the annual running of the Kentucky Derby with their festive celebration. During the Derby Day party, attendees will be able to watch live coverage of the Kentucky Derby while ...
MOUNT HOLLY, NJ — The Burlington County Commissioners adopted last week a 2025 County Budget that “reflects the board’s commitment to affordability and delivering essential services amidst the current climate of economic upheaval and uncertainty,” according to officials. The $271 million spending ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ – If you have a pet that is in need of a rabbies vaccination, you are in luck.The Burlington County Animal Shelter is offering a free rabies vaccine clinic this week to protect the county's four-legged friends. The Shelter's April vaccine clinic will be held between 3:00 p.m. and ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Are you a creative person who'd like to help beautify Bordentown City's downtown in time for Spring? The Bordentown City Creative Team has a perfect endeavor for you.The Creative Team is seeking entries for the Second Annual “What's a Birdhouse?” event, which invites residents ...
NEWARK, NJ – So far, more that 1,200 students and scholars have had their visas revoked, including a dozen students at Rutgers University. But there have been no raids on U.S. college campuses seeking them or undocumented students.But colleges are ready, if that should happen.“We’re getting ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Too much or not enough water and never when your garden needs it. This is a common complaint of gardeners no matter where they live. Make a few changes in your plant selection and garden care to help manage water use while growing healthy plants.All plants need sufficient moisture ...
NATIONWIDE — In January, Gerber Products Company initiated a recall and discontinuation of all batches of GERBER® SOOTHE N CHEW® TEETHING STICKS due to a potential choking hazard for babies and young children. The FDA is re-issuing a recall due to reports that the product is still available on some ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – The East Windsor Walmart store is going to look a little bit different soon since it is one of four of the company's stores in New Jersey planned for remodeling and improvements. According to an announcement by the superstore giant on Wednesday, April 23, the East Windsor Walmart ...
Princeton, NJ – On the fifth day of searching, authorities finally located the missing Princeton University student, Lauren Blackburn. “I am deeply saddened to share with you that the body of Lauren Blackburn ’26 was found at Lake Carnegie this morning,” Regan Crotty, dean of undergraduate ...
NEW BRUNSWICK - Peter Seligmann, a Rutgers alumnus and an influential voice in conservation, will address the graduates at the university’s 259th anniversary commencement ceremonies on May 18.As founder of Conservation International, Seligmann works with luminaries such as actor Harrison Ford to ...
TRENTON – Mothers who are breastfeeding their babies can now be exempt from serving jury duty during that time under a new law recently signed by Governor Phil Murphy. “Balancing the demands of motherhood and civic duty can be challenging, especially for new mothers,” said Murphy. “This bill ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Bordentown residents can safely dispose of unused or unwanted prescription drugs during Saturday's National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.The initiative, created by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), is taking place across the country on Saturday, April 26. The ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — Wondering what's happening in and around Bordentown this weekend? TAPinto Bordentown has you covered! Celebrate the Season at Bordentown City Green Team's Earth Month Party This Weekend: Celebrate not only Earth Day, but Earth Month, at a special celebration being hosted by the ...
MOORESTOWN, NJ — The Burlington County Farmers Market will be hosting its final special pre-season market this weekend before kicking off its 2025 season. The special market is taking place on Saturday, April 26 from 10AM to 1PM at the Burlington County Agricultural Center, located at 500 Centerton ...
WESTAMPTON, NJ — Burlington County seniors are invited to attend the annual Burlington County Sheriff's Office's Senior Citizen Police Academy taking place this spring. The free 6-week Academy will be held on Wednesdays from 1PM to 3PM from May 21 through June 25 at the Burlington County Library's ...
BORDENTOWN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Do you know a veteran from Bordentown Township who makes a difference in the community? Nominate them for the annual Bordentown Township Veterans Advisory Committee's Hometown Hero Award, which recognizes and celebrates the outstanding service and commitment of local ...
WARETOWN, NJ — A 19-year-old man has been charged in connection to the wildfires that burned 15,000 acres in Southern Ocean County this week.Joseph Kling of Ocean Township (Waretown) was arrested on Wednesday, April 23 and charged with Aggravated Arson and Arson, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D.