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Traffic Alert: Route 1 Ramp at 1-295 Closed Wednesday Afternoon

March 22, 2023

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP, NJ -- Motorists in the Mercer County area using 1-295 and Route 1 should expect delays Wednesday afternoon after the roadway was closed. 

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) reported on their Twitter page that the Route 1 southbound ramp to southbound 1-295 in Lawrence Township was "closed due to operational activity." 

DOT urged ...

Expect Road Closures, Traffic Delays from Saturday's Hamilton St. Patrick's Day Parade

HAMILTON, NJ -- If you're heading to the watch the St. Patrick's Day Parade or simply going out around Hamilton to run errands, expect traffic delays and road closures due to the parade. 

Hamilton Township says that beginning around 10:45 a.m on Saturday, March 18 -- and for the duration of the parade -- roads near Mercer Street and Nottingham Way could experience heavy ...

Update: Water Main Break Closes Klockner Road Reopened Wednesday Evening

HAMILTON, NJ -- UPDATE: Klockner Road reopened shortly after 8:00p.m on Wednesday. 

A water main break had shut down part of Klockner Road according to a Wednesday afternoon announcement by Hamilton Township. 

As a result, Klockner Road was closed between Whatley Road and Whitehorse Hamilton Square Road Wednesday until at least 6:00 p.m..

The Township said they ...

Gas Pipeline Work to Impact More of a Main Hamilton Road

HAMILTON, NJ -- Work along Whitehorse-Mercerville Road (CR-533) to replace an old gas line will be extended to more of the roadway beginning on Monday, March 6. 

Work will take place just north of Nottingham Way (CR-535) at the "Five Points" intersection stretching down to the intersection with Route 33. 

One week earlier, work began on Whitehorse-Mercerville Road ...

Utility Work to Close Part of Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd in Hamilton

HAMILTON, NJ -- Motorists driving through the heart of Hamilton Township could face traffic delays when utility work begins on Monday, February 27 starting at the "Five Points" area. 

Hamilton Township announced on Thursday that PSE&G will be replacing old gas pipes with newer ones along Whitehorse-Mercerville Road (also known as County Road 533) through the ...

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Rowan Today

RIPPAC gala honors leaders, raises $100K for scholarships, programming

Political and civic leaders joined together for the first-ever gala fundraiser presented by the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship (RIPPAC). And while the event paid tribute to four distinguished leaders in politics and industry, the biggest winners were Rowan University students.

Altogether, the gala raised more than $100,000 for intern scholarships and civic ...

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Healthy Living

How to Start Working Out: A Guide for Fitness Beginners

So you’re ready to start working out. Congrats! You’ve officially taken the first step to creating a happier and healthier life for yourself. If you’re wondering where to go from here, we’ve listed five of the most frequently asked fitness questions (and their answers) to help you get started.

Do I Need to Work Out Every Day?

If your goal is to lose weight and get ...

Overnight Breakfasts for an Easier Morning

We all know breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Yet, most of us are too rushed in the mornings to cook breakfast - or make what we really want. With these overnight breakfast ideas, you can have a filling and tasty meals ready to go!

Overnight and Slow Cooker Oats

Overnight oats are usually made in mason jars and don’t require any cooking! They sit overnight in a liquid ...

JCP&L Files Rate Review to Continue Service Reliability Enhancements and Support Customer Assistance Programs

Jersey Central Power and Light (JCP&L), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), today requested a review of its base electric rates by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU). The proposed rate adjustment supports an approximately $185 million investment that strengthens the energy grid, enhances the customer experience and funds new low-income and senior citizen customer ...

Mercer County to Hold Vietnam War Veterans Commemoration Event

March 23, 2023

MERCER COUNTY, NJ -- Mercer County will mark National Vietnam War Veterans Day with a solemn event honoring those who served and sacrificed. 

The commemorative event will be held on Wednesday, March 29 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mercer County Office Park gym located at 1440 Parkside Avenue in Ewing.

“I encourage the community to come out and help us remember the ...

Traffic Alert: Route 1 Ramp at 1-295 Closed Wednesday Afternoon

March 22, 2023

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP, NJ -- Motorists in the Mercer County area using 1-295 and Route 1 should expect delays Wednesday afternoon after the roadway was closed. 

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) reported on their Twitter page that the Route 1 southbound ramp to southbound 1-295 in Lawrence Township was "closed due to operational activity." 

DOT urged ...

St. Patrick’s Day Parade Brought the 'Green Grasses of Ireland' to Hamilton (50-Photo Gallery)

March 19, 2023

HAMILTON, NJ - The sun was out and beaming just like the residents of Hamilton Township who enjoyed the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade on Saturday. 

It was as if Mother Nature knew that the community has been waiting for the St. Patrick's Day Parade all year -- plus the extra week after it was postponed due to inclement weather. 

Thousands of people lined the route ...

With Leadership a 'Key Factor' Hamilton West Softball, Baseball Prepare for the Season

March 23, 2023

HAMILTON, NJ -- The Hamilton West High School softball and baseball programs will each have their own journeys against rivals and tough opponents within their league as well as in non-league competition this spring.

One thing that they have in common, however, is the willingness to work hard to capture as many hard-earned victories as possible.

Hamilton West Baseball

The ...

NJ School District Files Suit Against Social Media Companies for Impact on Student Mental Health

March 24, 2023

WARREN, NJ -- Watchung Hills Regional High School District (WHRHS)has filed a lawsuit in United States District Court against Meta Platforms, Inc., formerly known as Facebook, Inc. Instagram, YouTube, LLC, Snap Inc., TikTok Inc. and ByteDance Inc (“Defendants”). 

The school district says it has seen a steady rise in the mental health struggles of its students over the last ...

After 4 Dogs Found in Hamilton, Animal Shelter Warns Residents Not to Abandon Pets

March 22, 2023

HAMILTON, NJ -- The Hamilton Animal Shelter and Adoption Center is urging residents to not abandon animals. The warning came after four dogs were found in different parts of Hamilton Township within 10 days.

The Hamilton Animal Shelter has a high success rate of reuniting animals with their human families, officials said, pointing to 2022 statistics showing that stray dogs were ...

Girls on the Run Spring Registration now Open in Robbinsville.

March 23, 2023

ROBBINSVILLE, NJ -- Registration is open for the spring season of Girls on the Run in Robbinsville. 

Girls in 3rd through 5th grade are invited to join this transformative afterschool program at Town Center that uses physical activity to inspire and motivate ,them encourage lifelong health and fitness, and build confidence. Practices begin the week of April 3. 

Teams meet ...

Sandra Guage Joins Malamut's Workers’ Compensation Department

CHERRY HILL, NJ – Malamut & Associates, LLC (“Malamut”) announces Sandra Guage, Esq. has joined the firm.

Attorney Sandra Guage joined Malamut this week and will focus her practice on workers’ compensation matters.

Ms. Guage settled on a career in law at a very young age and pursued this path in order to give a voice to those in need. She has over 20 years of ...

TAPinto Launches Local News and Digital Marketing Platform in Hanover Township, New Jersey

HANOVER TOWNSHIP, NJ — There's more local news for Morris County residents, with the launch of TAPinto Hanover Township.

Laura Ali is the owner and publisher of the new TAPinto local news and digital marketing platform, which started providing local news to the community in February. It is the 10th TAPinto site in Morris County.

Ali said local leaders reached out to her, saying ...