TOP LOCAL News
By KRISTIN ANTONELLO
May 12, 2025
EAST WINDSOR, NJ — East Windsor Township’s program that recognizes local businesses for improving and contributing to the community is returning for 2025, Mayor Janice Mironov announced.East Windsor is currently seeking nominations for the 2025 Township Business Awards Program.“This program was ...
HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ — East Windsor and Hightstown families are invited to spend a night in Rosedale Park in Hopewell Township at Mercer County’s annual Come Out and Play Camp Out. Taking place beginning at 3PM on Saturday, June 7 and running through the morning of Sunday, June 8, parents and ...
A Letter to the community from McArter Theatre: After learning this past Friday, May 2, of plans to eliminate the National Endowment for the Arts, McCarter was notified that our approved grant for the current season had been withdrawn. Sadly, McCarter is far from alone in feeling the pain of this ...
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ – If you're planning to travel by plane for business or pleasure, consider signing up for the TSA PreCheck that makes it faster for travelers in the U.S. with a security check time averaging five minutes. Mount Laurel Township is partnering with IDEMIA, a TSA enrollment provider, ...
EWING, NJ – Travelers flying in and out of Trenton-Mercer Airport should not be concerned about air traffic control issues plaguing other airports, according to a Mercer County official. In response to an inquiry from TAPinto East Windsor/Hightstown, a Mercer County official says that ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – Four East Windsor Township police officers mounted their bicycles on Friday morning alongside hundreds of other law enforcement officers from around the state to head out on the Police Unity Tour. Sergeant Davison, Detective Adelung, Officer Smith, and Officer Kopyto are ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ — The East Windsor Police Department (EWPD) is seeking the public's assistance with locating a missing juvenile.Mikeyla Penalo (pictured) was last seen at about 6PM on Thursday, May 8, according to the EWPD. She was wearing a white t-shirt and jean shorts. Anyone with information ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ — The East Windsor Township Police Department (EWTPD) is asking for the public's help with identifying suspects who allegedly shoplifted from a Township store earlier this month.The incident occurred on Saturday, May 3, between 4:20PM and 4:40PM at the Burlington store, located at ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ — The Hightstown Police Department is celebrating the retirement of one of its dedicated officers.Officer Daniel Abbatemarco has taken an early retirement after serving the Hightstown community for 10 years. During his career with the Hightstown Police Department, he served as a ...
UPPER FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP, NJ – The New Jersey State Police (NJSP) is asking for the public's assistance in their months-long investigation of animal cruelty of dogs found abandoned on the side of the road. According to the NJ State Police, Troopers from Troop “C” Hamilton Station responded to the ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – East Windsor Township has a new council member – Joseph Miczak – who was sworn in on Tuesday, May 6, to serve the community at the local government level. Miczak fills the vacancy left by Councilwoman Denise Daniels, who resigned. She will be moving out of East Windsor Township, ...
EAST WINDSOR – HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – As we head into Mother's Day weekend we wish all Mothers and Mother-figures an enjoyable weekend. If you're enjoying time with mom or just looking for something fun to do this weekend, consider the below options!Music in the Air for Hightstown's Porchfest: The ...
TRENTON, NJ – Following the election Pope Leo XIV, Bishop David M. O’Connell on Thursday, C.M., J.C.D. of the Diocese of Trenton rejoiced in the election of the first American Pope. In a statement, Bishop O'Connell said "Today, the Diocese of Trenton rejoices and gives thanks to God for the ...
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Officers from the East Windsor Township Police Department (EWTPD) assisted in a dangerous multi-agency response to a domestic violence incident in Robbinsville Township on Tuesday. According to the Robbinsville Township Police Department (RTPD), at approximately 8:45 a.m. on ...
EWING, NJ – Looking for a quick getaway? Now, Frontier Airlines is making it possible with a new, non-stop flight between New Jersey and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Frontier Airlines has announced a nonstop service from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN) to Myrtle Beach International in South ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ — The Hightstown Police Department (HPD) is advising residents and visitors of a road closure taking place this weekend due to a popular event happening on a main street in town.The Hightstown Cultural Arts Commission is hosting the second annual PorchFest musical celebration on ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Dozens of area residents enjoyed an evening outdoors recently to support two worthy local organizations – the Hightstown Cultural Arts Commission (HCAC) and Higher Up – at the Tap into the Arts Fundraiser held at Old Hights Brewing Company.The event included live music by Shoebox ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The Hightstown Police Department (HPD) announced on Wednesday that an East Windsor man has been criminally charged with arson and other crimes in connection with fires at the end of March that caused concern in the community. According to HPD, officers responded to a fire between ...
BORDENTOWN, NJ — The New Jersey National Guard is hosting an event in Bordentown this weekend that will provide active military as well as retirees and their families with a plethora of information. Military Appreciation Day is taking place on Saturday, May 10, from 9AM to 2PM at the Joint Military ...
EAST WINDSOR – HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – One thing’s for sure, the Hightstown High School track and field program (boys and girls teams) isn’t lacking for leadership this spring.The Rams are paced by three senior captains Molly Fancella, Rachel Shumsky and Burke Thompson and sophomores Matt DeAngelo and ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – Celebrate that special woman in your life - your mom – at the annual Hightstown Elks Lodge's Mother's Day Family Breakfast on Sunday morning. The Hightstown Elk Lodge's annual Mother's Day Family Breakfast will be held between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 11. There will ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – In an unanimous 5-0 vote, the Hightstown Council adopted an ordinance on its second reading at its meeting on Monday to purchase a $1.2 million bond to cover the cost of emergency repairs to the borough’s water utility system that social media posts indicate currently leave ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ — While Saturdays and Sundays mean rest and recharging for most people, there was no taking-it-easy for some of Hightstown’s firefighters this past weekend.Hightstown Engine Co. No. 1’s Special Operations Water Team used the weekend to undergo training by Northeast Public Safety ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ — A longtime East Windsor resident has been honored for his volunteer service to the community by local elected officials.Simon “Skip” Berman was recently presented with the 2025 Sylvia Weiss Senior Citizen Award for Outstanding Service as a Volunteer by Mayor Janice S. Mironov.
MERCER COUNTY, NJ – Mercer County is offering a series of free educational events for senior citizens throughout May to provide information about health and wellness insight as well as details about valuable programs. The events will occur at senior centers throughout the County. Registration is ...
HIGHTSTOWN, NJ – The organizers of the annual Hightstown Family Fair are looking for vendors to participate in the fall festival that will bring thousands of people to the area. Hosted by the Hightstown-East Windsor Historical Society, the 2025 annual Hightstown Family Fair will be held on ...
TRENTON, NJ – A leading South Jersey Lawmaker – Assembly Majority Leader Lou Greenwald (D-Burlington/Camden) wants to help motorists obtain a much-needed legal document in a commonplace modern way. On Monday, Greenwald called for the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission (NJ MVC) to process ...
MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ – One NJ Lottery player scratched their way to a $250,000 payday! The Crossword Scratch-Off ticket was sold on May 1 at the Stop & Shop Supermarket located at 1600 Perrineville Road in Monroe Township. Each scratch-off ticket costs $10.The Crossword game began on May 19, ...
NEW JERSEY – The New Jersey State Police (NJSP) honored the life and service of Trooper II Marcellus Bethea on the one-year passing of his sudden death while undergoing elite training.As reported by TAPinto when Trooper II Bethea passed away on May 5, 2024 while training for the New Jersey State ...
EAST WINDSOR, NJ – Eight different dates have been set – with the first one on Friday, May 9 – for East Windsor's Car Seat Safety Program to make sure the smallest motorists are safely secured. As previously reported by TAPinto East Windsor/Hightstown, East Windsor recently received a more than ...