TOP LOCAL News
By ELIZABETH A MEYERS
August 13, 2025
MONROE-JAMESBURG, NJ – An area limousine company has been included in the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development's (NJDOL) Workplace Accountability in Labor List (The WALL) for violating state laws regarding employee liability. According to the Department, Platinum Executive Limo ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Almost all young hockey players dream of making it to the National Hockey League – local resident Devin Kaplan actually did it.The Bridgewater native made his big-league debut in the Philadelphia Flyers' season-ending 5–4 loss at Buffalo April 18. He recorded one hit and one-shot ...
SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - Pickleball Kingdom, an indoor pickleball facility, is planning to open in South Brunswick Township, according to a press release. The company has not announced where or when the facility will open. Information will be announced on their website."We're excited to continue ...
WEST WINDSOR, NJ – Are you a Taylor Swift fan excited about the new album that the famous pop star will be dropping? Enjoy the music of Taylor Swift on Friday night at a concert in Mercer County Park as part of the Summer Concert Series. Fearless, a Taylor Swift tribute group, features musician ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Mercer County Prosecutor Janetta D. Marbrey is prioritizing security at houses of worship and nonprofits through federal government grant money, according to a Tuesday announcement. The Mercer County Prosecutor's Office (MCPO) Homeland Security Unit has partnered with a wide ...
NEW JERSEY - The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs is warning licensed professionals to be aware of an ongoing scam that tries to trick recipients into downloading malicious software. According to the Division, recipients receive a fictitious email encouraging them to download “a new license ...
EAST WINDSOR-HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The summer slowdown is in full effect, but two of the favorite local outdoor events in Hightstown and East Windsor will have attendees full of excitement for the weekend! The Hightstown Cultural Arts Commission will host the final “Fun Fridays” event this weekend to ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The Hightstown Police Department (HPD) asked for the public's help on Monday afternoon in identifying an individual in a “suspicious incident” caught on a home's Ring security camera. According to HPD, at approximately 2:24 p.m. on Monday, August 11, police officers responded to a ...
PLAINSBORO, NJ – New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and the Division of Consumer Affairs say that a Mercer County man who worked at the Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center in Plainsboro is facing criminal charges for allegedly having sexual contact with three patients, according to a ...
MERCER COUNTY – The Mercer County Library System is hosting a virtual adult program to help provide credible information regarding popular GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Monjaro, and Zepbound. The injectable medications are often offered to assist patients struggling with obesity, ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – The East Windsor police have charged a driver in a hit-and-run accident with drunk driving on Route 130, according to the Township Police Department. At approximately 6:29 p.m. on Wednesday, August 6, East Windsor Township Police officers responded to a call of a hit-and-run ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Rise is holding its 12th Annual Latino festival for a day-long celebration of music and culture with the community. The Latino Festival will be held on Saturday, August 16, between 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at Hightstown High School, located at 25 Leshin Lane. Performances at the ...
Every gardener has personal reasons for gardening, whether it be the hope that their garden brings joy, productivity, beauty, or peace throughout the growing season. Embrace what makes you happy as you tend, view, and enjoy every aspect of your garden.Weather, busy schedules, and life in general ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Does your child want to improve their performing arts skills or become less nervous speaking in public? Sign them up for classes at the Hightstown Library. A candidate for the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest possible award available for girl scouts to earn, will be teaching the ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Assemblywoman Tenille McCoy, who represents part of Mercer County, is holding a pair of public forums to provide information to businesses and young adults about their potential financial future. First, McCoy (D-Mercer) will hold the “Small Business Opportunity Panel” to hear ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – An East Windsor man is now facing criminal charges in connection with a motor vehicle theft from Ewing Township and attempting to run from police, according to the East Windsor Township Police Department (EWTPD.)On August 1 at approximately 12:56 a.m., an East Windsor Township ...
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – Get ready for a new hot pot and BBQ dining experience when KPot Korean BBQ and Hot Pot restaurant opens later this month at Quakerbridge Mall. For those diners who are new to hot pot, KPot has you covered with a simple five-step process that includes choosing soup bases, ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – If you are planning to take the test to become a U.S. Citizen or looking to start the process, consider enrolling for classes at the Hightstown Library that will help review for the exam. The Citizen Exam preparation classes will be held on Saturday, August 9 at 3:00 p.m. and on ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ The 26-year-old Somerville man who had all the right answers during a 16-game winning streak on the Jeopardy! TV game show last month threw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to the Somerset Patriots game at TD Bank Ballpark Thursday night.Scott Riccardi, a 2021 graduate, proudly ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – A driver now faces criminal charges after driving erratically in the parking lot of Shoprite grocery store and attempting to hit an employee, according to the East Windsor Township Police Department. The police department says that on Tuesday, August 5, at approximately 10:10 ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – The Mercer County Department of Public Health and Safety is helping families get a healthy start to the school year by providing health clinics for necessary vaccines. The county is offering free back-to-school vaccines for children who live in Mercer County and are uninsured or ...
BORDENTOWN CITY, NJ — Get ready for Fall birdwatching at an event at the Discovery Center at Point Breeze in Bordentown City this weekend.D&R Greenway Land Trust will be hosting wildlife biologist Harrison Hepding on Sunday, August 10 at 2PM to share his hands-on experience and extensive ...
EWING, NJ — An East Windsor man has been arrested in connection with a string of home burglaries that recently occurred in Ewing Township.Austin Pember, 24, has been charged with burglary, theft, credit card theft, trespassing and attempted burglary in relation to six residential burglaries that ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Rise is getting ready to reopen the food pantry after a lengthy restoration and under a new “Choice Pantry” model to help provide needed items to area families. To protect the health and safety of shoppers and Rise staff, the food pantry closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. Since ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – With energy prices expected to rise for New Jersey ratepayers, Mercer County is holding a community event to provide information about utility assistance programs. The Mercer County Utility Assistance Day will be held between 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 14 at the ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ– As the Hightstown Borough Council gathered on Monday night to adopt the 2025 Budget, the public hearing was dominated by one major concern: rising taxes. With the 2025 budget totaling almost $9.3 million, just over $6.8 million of that budget is raised through local taxes for ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – On the first Tuesday in August, millions around the United States came together to celebrate one night: National Night Out. East Windsor was no different. In every state across the country, residents gather in their local townships for a night of community engagement to promote ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – The Mercer County Prosecutor's Office will be one of nine counties that will create new mental health diversion programs (MHDP) under state grants announced by NJ State Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin. According to an announcement by the Attorney General's Office, the ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Mercer County is once again inviting amateur photographers to share their snapshots as part of the annual Amateur Photo Contest. This year, the theme of the contest is “Our Vibrant World.”The contest is open to amateur photographers of all ages who can submit one unframed, ...
NEW JERSEY – Tired of annoying spam phone calls? Does it feel like they are happening more and more often? If the answer is yes, you have good reason to feel that way.A new study by ranks New Jersey as No. 7 among the 50 states for spam phone calls. According to research by Kasinohai, New Jersey ...