Lawrence To Mark Nation's 250th With Fireworks, Live Music At Rider U.

Jake's Rockin Country Band headlines the July 1 event, with fireworks launching at 9:30 p.m.

Mercer Co. Earns Top-Tier Moody's Credit Rating, Reflecting Improved Fiscal Health

The upgrade from Aa2 to Aa1 could lower borrowing costs for future capital projects and infrastructure improvements.

Lawrence Township Police Mourn Death Of Retired Officer John Gocke

Gocke spent 23 years with the department and was a founding member of its first Tactical Response Team.

This Mercer County City Is Making It Harder For ICE To Work With Local Police

The establishing clear distinctions between judicial and administrative warrants — and advocates say more municipalities could be next.

Trenton Ironhawks Name Chuck Weber 1st Head Coach

The two-time Kelly Cup champion returns to Trenton, where he got his coaching start with the Titans in 2001.

Lawrence Town Hall Glows In Rainbow Colors All Month In Honor Of Pride

Councilwomen Amanda Santos and Bonne Giglio say the display reflects the township's commitment to inclusion for LGBTQ+ residents.

Ex-Treasurer Took $1K From Youth Football Club, Lawrence Police Say

The woman served as treasurer of the Lawrence Junior Cardinals, a local non-profit youth football and cheer organization.

NJ Man Who Ran Over Cop With ATV Arrested, Police Say

A search warrant of the man's home led to the discovery of multiple stolen and defaced firearms, high-capacity magazines and more.

7 People Injured In Trenton Shooting, Authorities Say

The shooting took place late Tuesday night in the area of Centre Street, authorities said.

Man Wanted After ATV Runs Over Police Officer In Mercer County

The man is wanted for aggravated assault on a police officer, authorities said.

NJ Woman Dies In Mercer County Crash, Police Say

The crash occurred Friday afternoon and involved a collision with a Ford F-250 utility body truck and a Kia wagon, police said.

Man Charged In Shooting Outside NJ Smoke Shop & Restaurant, Police Say

The shooting occurred on the back patio area of the restaurant in mid-May and led to three people being injured, police said.

Human Trafficking Crimes Lead To Prison For NJ Man

The man was sentenced in an operation that sold underage girls for sex on an online classified advertising website, authorities said.

3 Injured In Shooting Outside NJ Smoke Shop & Restaurant, Police Say

The shooting occurred early Sunday on the back patio area of the NJ Weedman’s Joint Restaurant.

NJ Officer Hurt After Chase Ends With Crash In Philadelphia

Another driver was also taken to the hospital.

Circus Vazquez Coming To Lawrence’s Quaker Bridge Mall May 15-25

The family-owned big top show features an international cast of acrobats, aerialists, jugglers and a beloved clown.

Hamilton's Azalea Festival Returns To Sayen Botanical Gardens Sunday

The free event features 250,000 blooming flowers, live music, food trucks, and free Mother's Day portraits at Sayen Botanical Gardens.

Mercer County's 2026 Equality Gala Set For June 20 At TCNJ

Mercer County's annual LGBTQIA+ celebration returns with awards, a red-carpet experience and a 250th anniversary theme.

Mercer Corrections Officer Pleads Guilty To Smuggling Drugs Into Jail For Bribes

Tyree Hobbs, 42, admitted to smuggling packages containing drugs and tobacco into the Mercer County Correctional Center for nearly 5 years.

Violent NJ Street Gang Leader Who Ordered Killings Faces Judge

The head of the "Get Money Boys," was found guilty on 17 counts including a murder-for-hire, the NJ AG said.

NJ's ‘Jeopardy!’ Champ To Get Hometown Honor In Lawrence Township

Lawrence Township will formally recognize Jamie Ding with an official proclamation.

Mercer Co. Dog Named Among NJ Lottery's 'Jersey's Top Dogs'

After thousands of entries and a statewide public vote, Bear earned a spot on the Lottery's brand-new 'Jersey Dog' scratch-off ticket.

Man Dies After Car Plunges Into Water Near Mall In Lawrence

Rickey Boone Jr., 22, of West Windsor, was pronounced dead at the scene after his vehicle left the roadway and entered the water, cops said.

NJ ‘Jeopardy!’ Champ Hopes Historic Run Shows Immigrants In Positive Light, Report Says

The Lawrence Township native said he hopes his winning streak showed immigrants "in a positive light."

‘Jeopardy!’ Champ Jamie Ding To Speak At Lawrence Township Schools Event June 3

After 31 wins and $882K in prize money, the Lawrenceville resident will speak to Lawrence Township Public Schools students and families.

Lawrence Father, Daughter Admit To Selling Fake Warhol, Picasso Art In $2M Fraud

Erwin Bankowski, 50, and Karolina Bankowska, 26, face up to 20 years after admitting they sold more than 200 counterfeit works to galleries.

NJ's Jamie Ding Bows Out of 'Jeopardy!' After 31 Wins, $882K In Winnings

The Lawrenceville housing official exits the show's top five all-time, with a Tournament of Champions berth waiting.

Lawrence's ‘Jeopardy!’ King Jamie Ding Joins Sherrill At Housing Order Signing

The 31-game champ and state housing official added star power to Sherrill's signing of an executive order aimed at closing NJ's housing gap.

Loaded Gun Found In Trash Can After Mercer Man Seen Discarding Weapon, Police Say

Robert Rivera was charged with multiple weapons & drug offenses after officers recovered a loaded revolver from a garbage can, police said.

Passenger Killed After Van Strikes Disabled Truck On I-295 In Mercer Co.

A 25-year-old man was fatally injured when a van he was riding in struck a disabled Mack truck on the shoulder, NJSP said.

Hamilton's Azalea Festival Returns To Sayen Botanical Gardens May 9

The free event features 250,000 blooming flowers, live music, food trucks, and free Mother's Day portraits at Sayen Botanical Gardens.

Trenton Garden Tour Marks America's 250th With Living History Experience

A narrated shuttle, 25-plus private gardens, & stops at five historic sites make the Old Mill Hill Society's June 6 tour its most ambitious.

NJ Thief Stole Cars With Tow Truck, Crushed Them At Scrapyard, Police Say

An Ewing man has been charged after investigators linked him to a two-month theft pattern caught on surveillance footage.

National Speciality Bakery Opens New Mercer Location

The Las Vegas-founded cake chain has opened its latest location at Hamilton Marketplace, offering Bundtinis to full celebration cakes.

Prisoner Van Hits Deer Near Mercer County Jail, Several Treated For Injuries

Several occupants of the Trenton police van complained of pain and were taken to Capital Health Regional Medical Center, police said.

Boy On Bicycle Seriously Hurt In Dirt Bike Crash On Sidewalk In Lawrence Twp.

Police said Keith Terwilliger was riding the wrong way on the sidewalk when he hit the boy head-on.

Mercer Woman Shot Man In Front Of Children, Police Say

A nearby home was struck by gunfire.

Lawrenceville’s Notre Dame HS Removes Staff After Charges Of Sexual Contact With Student

President Kenneth Jennings told families the employee has been relieved of duties as law enforcement investigates the charges.

Mercer Student Wins NJ's Shout Down Drugs Music Competition

The 16-year-old Peddie School junior's song about recovery earned her a $5,000 contract with the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey.

Lawrenceville's Jamie Ding Wins 25th Straight 'Jeopardy!' Game, Tops $702K

The Lawrenceville resident and Princeton grad has banked $702,000 and is closing in on James Holzhauer's 32-game record from 2019.