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Cheers Hopewell! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Hopewell's controversial Pennington-Lawrenceville roundabouts were just shelved.
  • See how one resident's cookbook collection is now enriching Hopewell readers.
  • What services will Kessler's new Hopewell rehab center offer residents?

Also on today's calendar: Family Fun Day with Rachael White & Adam Piaka and 10 more events.

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Sun through high clouds, with a high of 70 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Sunday: Some rain, temps: high: 64, low: 60.
  • Monday: A couple of morning showers, with a high of 72 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Mercer County Pauses Hopewell Township Roundabout Plans Indefinitely After Resident Opposition (mercerme.com) — Plans for two roundabouts on Pennington-Lawrenceville Road in Hopewell Township have been paused indefinitely after strong resident opposition and a formal objection from township officials. Mayor David Chait said Mercer County agreed not to move forward at the Federal City, Stephenson, and Blackwell Road intersections, though leaders still plan to explore other ways to improve safety along the busy corridor.
   

2. A Gift in Her Memory: Cookbooks Donated to Hopewell Library to Honor Sara Cooper (mercerme.com) — Visitors to the Hopewell Branch of the Mercer County Library can now explore more than 100 donated cookbooks and a new $1,000 gift made in memory of longtime local resident Sara Cooper. Her husband hopes the collection will keep her love of cooking, entertaining, and community alive for Hopewell Valley neighbors who browse the shelves for inspiration.
   

3. Hopewell Township Celebrates the Opening of Kessler Rehab (hopewelltwp.org) — Hopewell Township has welcomed a new Kessler Rehabilitation facility, giving local residents closer access to physical rehabilitation and recovery services. Marked by a ribbon-cutting with Mayor David Chait and township officials, the center is expected to serve patients from Hopewell and surrounding communities who need help regaining strength, mobility, and independence after illness or injury.
   

4. Hopewell Valley football knocks off undefeated Steinert in marquee Mercer game (trentonian.com) — Hopewell Valley High School's football team delivered a standout home win over previously undefeated Steinert, powered by a stifling defense and key plays from several Bulldogs. Coach Dave Caldwell praised his players' toughness and resilience as they battled through injuries, with standout performances from Ben Franco, returning rusher Ethan Valenza, and kicker-defender Alden Levy sealing the 18-7 victory.
   

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